IN QUEST OF THE MYTHICAL MATE: A Developmental Approach To Diagnosis And Treatment In Couples Therapy

by Ellyn Bader, Peter Pearson

In Quest of the Mythical Mate presents a valuable and fertile developmental model for diagnosing and treating couples that is flexible enough to incorporate a wide variety of intervention strategies, yet purposeful enough to give a clear sense of direction to couples in distress. As such, this volume provides a powerful therapeutic approach for all professionals who treat couples.

Genres: Psychology, Relationships, Counselling

286 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1988

Reviews

[jenice Valerio · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book! I’m highly interested in psychology, couples, and people so because of that this book gave me everything I wanted. Also, I loved the way Ellyn and Peter spoke about their clients; they showed nothing but empathy, grace, and curiosity.

[Allie Brookman · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book. Definitely for couples therapists. It is a deep dive into the developmental model of couples therapy, which I really enjoy.

[Maggie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's an interesting look at developmental stages of couples and how to help them become more developmentally mature to make it as a couple. I liked the examples they used and the assessment tools that they share.

[Natalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this approach and how they classified couples as having conflicts because of different developmental stages. Will probably use it in the future if I work with couples.

[Gia]

Recommended by Pat Stryde.

[Jill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting view on the stages couples experiences through life together.