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Living in Paradox

The Theory and Practice of Contextual Existentialism

Ned Farley

Living in Paradox focuses on the emergence of contextual existential theory and practice from more traditional existential psychology. It speaks to the needs of the whole person in their process of becoming with attention to the spiritual domain. Farley addresses the diversity of humankind and the need to be culturally aware as we attempt to address the dilemmas that present themselves to us in our work. He also expresses the importance of context in connection to our relational selves, and the ways in which we create meaning and values in our lives. He explains how the "worlds" of existential theory must be examined clearly in both assessment and practice. Finally, he makes a case for the importance of existential practitioners to participate in the larger mental health arena. This includes working from within to guide the evolution of ideas connected to assessment and diagnosis, as well as therapy itself.
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University Press of America
Pages: 128 • Trim: 6 x 9
978-0-7618-4151-7 • Paperback • August 2008 • $44.99 • (£35.00)
Subjects: Philosophy / General, Psychology / General
Ned Farley, (Ph.D.), is a faculty member and chair of the Masters in Mental Health Counseling Program and chair of the Masters in Integrative Studies in Psychology program in the School of Applied Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy at Antioch University Seattle.
Chapter 1 I: Contextual Existentialism
Chapter 2 II: The Nature of Paradox
Chapter 3 III: The Contextual Development of the Individual
Chapter 4 IV: The Use of Intuition
Chapter 5 V: Contextual Existential Assessment
Chapter 6 VI: Diagnosis, the DSM, and Language
Chapter 7 VII: Treating the Whole Person
Chapter 8 VIII: Working with Couples
Chapter 9 Afterward (and AfterWords)
The process oriented nature of this book, Farley's clear and succinct writing style, and his creativity as a practitioner make this book extremely approachable. Most of all, it is a clarion call to live mindfully and therefore creatively and avoid the traps of dualistic thinking.
— Jayashree George; Art Therapy: Journal Of The American Art Therapy Association


Concise and accessible, this useful book presents the theory of contextual existentialism, weaving classic existential thought principles of humanitic psychology and the here-and-now approaches of phenomenology and Zen Buddhist practice. It then draws on case examples to show how contextual existentialism can come alive in the therapy room. The book includes a structure for assessment and diagnosis that avoids freezing clients in time and lays a foundation that allows clinicians to see their clients with fresh eyes at each therapy session. It also provides practical instructions and guidance for working with one's intuitive sense while sitting with clients. It's an excellent resource for clinicians who want to work in the present tense.
— Anne Ihnen, MA LMHC, Psychotherapist; co-author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Mindfulness


Living in Paradox

The Theory and Practice of Contextual Existentialism

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Summary
Summary
  • Living in Paradox focuses on the emergence of contextual existential theory and practice from more traditional existential psychology. It speaks to the needs of the whole person in their process of becoming with attention to the spiritual domain. Farley addresses the diversity of humankind and the need to be culturally aware as we attempt to address the dilemmas that present themselves to us in our work. He also expresses the importance of context in connection to our relational selves, and the ways in which we create meaning and values in our lives. He explains how the "worlds" of existential theory must be examined clearly in both assessment and practice. Finally, he makes a case for the importance of existential practitioners to participate in the larger mental health arena. This includes working from within to guide the evolution of ideas connected to assessment and diagnosis, as well as therapy itself.
Details
Details
  • University Press of America
    Pages: 128 • Trim: 6 x 9
    978-0-7618-4151-7 • Paperback • August 2008 • $44.99 • (£35.00)
    Subjects: Philosophy / General, Psychology / General
Author
Author
  • Ned Farley, (Ph.D.), is a faculty member and chair of the Masters in Mental Health Counseling Program and chair of the Masters in Integrative Studies in Psychology program in the School of Applied Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy at Antioch University Seattle.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
  • Chapter 1 I: Contextual Existentialism
    Chapter 2 II: The Nature of Paradox
    Chapter 3 III: The Contextual Development of the Individual
    Chapter 4 IV: The Use of Intuition
    Chapter 5 V: Contextual Existential Assessment
    Chapter 6 VI: Diagnosis, the DSM, and Language
    Chapter 7 VII: Treating the Whole Person
    Chapter 8 VIII: Working with Couples
    Chapter 9 Afterward (and AfterWords)
Reviews
Reviews
  • The process oriented nature of this book, Farley's clear and succinct writing style, and his creativity as a practitioner make this book extremely approachable. Most of all, it is a clarion call to live mindfully and therefore creatively and avoid the traps of dualistic thinking.
    — Jayashree George; Art Therapy: Journal Of The American Art Therapy Association


    Concise and accessible, this useful book presents the theory of contextual existentialism, weaving classic existential thought principles of humanitic psychology and the here-and-now approaches of phenomenology and Zen Buddhist practice. It then draws on case examples to show how contextual existentialism can come alive in the therapy room. The book includes a structure for assessment and diagnosis that avoids freezing clients in time and lays a foundation that allows clinicians to see their clients with fresh eyes at each therapy session. It also provides practical instructions and guidance for working with one's intuitive sense while sitting with clients. It's an excellent resource for clinicians who want to work in the present tense.
    — Anne Ihnen, MA LMHC, Psychotherapist; co-author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Mindfulness


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