A Jungian Perspective on the Therapist-Patient Relationship in Film 1st Edition

Grab the conversation between mind and screen with A Jungian Perspective on the Therapist-Patient Relationship in Film, 1st Edition by Ruth Netzer. This incisive work invites clinicians, film scholars, and students to explore how cinematic storytelling illuminates transference, countertransference, archetypes, and the subtle dance of therapeutic encounter.

Netzer blends rigorous Jungian theory with vivid film analysis, pairing accessible explanation with close readings of classic and contemporary cinema. You’ll find clear frameworks for recognizing the therapist-patient dynamic on screen, practical interpretive tools for research and teaching, and thoughtful reflections that deepen clinical insight. The book bridges analytical psychology and cinema studies, making it essential for psychotherapists, counselors, supervisors, and anyone studying psychotherapy in North America, the UK, Europe, Australia and beyond.

Imagine using film scenes to teach complex concepts, enrich supervision conversations, or spark new research—this volume provides the language and examples to do exactly that. Netzer’s engaging prose turns theory into usable practice, helping readers translate cinematic metaphors into therapeutic understanding and clinical empathy.

Perfect for personal libraries, academic courses, or professional reference, A Jungian Perspective on the Therapist-Patient Relationship in Film is a timely resource for anyone intrigued by the crossroads of psychology and cinema. Add this 1st Edition to your collection and transform the way you see therapeutic relationships—on screen and in practice. Order your copy today to begin that journey.

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