Genealogy, Psychology and Therapy 2nd Edition

Grasp the hidden shapes of family life with Genealogy, Psychology and Therapy (2nd Edition) by Paula Nicolson — a practical, scholarly guide that brings genealogical insight into everyday clinical work.

This revised edition illuminates how family history, ancestral patterns and transgenerational dynamics influence personality, attachment and mental health. Paula Nicolson combines clear theoretical frameworks with real-world case examples to show therapists, counsellors and psychologists how to map family stories, recognise inherited patterns and integrate genealogy into assessment and intervention.

You’ll find concise chapters on constructing family trees, identifying repeating relational themes, working sensitively with family trauma, and tailoring therapy to clients whose difficulties echo across generations. The book balances psychological theory with hands-on tools—ideal for clinicians in the UK and internationally, postgraduate students, and professionals seeking to deepen their clinical formulation skills.

Readers will benefit from a structured approach that enhances empathy, sharpens diagnostic clarity and opens new pathways for therapeutic change. Practical techniques for interviewing, ethical considerations and reflective practice guidance help practitioners apply genealogical thinking safely and effectively.

Whether you’re a practising therapist aiming to broaden your toolkit or a student wanting a rigorous introduction to transgenerational work, this edition offers accessible scholarship with direct clinical relevance.

Bring family history into clearer therapeutic focus — order Genealogy, Psychology and Therapy (2nd Edition) by Paula Nicolson today and start transforming how you understand and treat intergenerational patterns in your practice.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.