Beware the Talking Cure Psychotherapy May Be Hazardous to Your Mental Health

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Has psychotherapy gone too far? In this book, the author debates the merits of psychotherapy & discloses the dangers of some alarming therapeutic trends & techniques. Campbell gives definition to the vague, amorphous & often scary world of therapy. BEWARE THE TALKING CURE educates readers on the differences between a psychiatrist, a therapist & a counselor, giving practical advice to people seeking help. While not discounting the need for "good" therapy for people in pain, Campbell discusses the prevalence of the media's answer to psychological help: the talk show. The book weeds out & exposes certain therapy techniques as damaging & shows how therapists can use tactics he labels "Bait & Switch" & "Blame the Client" to dominate & control. Although seeking help for problems is recommended, Campbell warns the reader of pitfalls & therapies that may be dangerous & even deadly. Distributed by Baker & Taylor, Ingram, Brodart & the Distributors. Order direct from Upton Books, an imprint of SIRS, Inc., P.O. Box 2348, Boca Raton, FL 33427-2348. Phone (800) 232-7477. FAX (407) 994-4704. Published by: Upton Books.