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Record Nr.

UNINA9910208830203321

Autore

Simpkins C. Alexander

Titolo

Zen meditation in psychotherapy : techniques for clinical practice / / C. Alexander Simpkins, Annellen M. Simpkins

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Hoboken, New Jersey : , : Wiley, , 2012

©2012

ISBN

1-118-15568-8

9786613306531

1-283-30653-0

1-118-15932-2

1-118-15934-9

1-118-15933-0

Descrizione fisica

xi, 258 p. : ill

Altri autori (Persone)

SimpkinsAnnellen M

Disciplina

616.89/14

Soggetti

Psychotherapy - Religious aspects - Zen Buddhism

Meditation - Therapeutic use

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

The psychology of meditation and its efficacy for clinical practice -- Neuroscience findings : how meditation can change the brain -- Zen traditions -- Zen philosophy -- Zen practices -- The way of Zen therapy : following the path for treatment -- Regulating affect for anger and depression -- Dissolving anxiety and trauma -- Taming impulse for addiction and weight management -- Fostering loving relationship -- Relieving stress and burnout -- Developing acumen -- Conclusion : living life as an art.

Sommario/riassunto

"Zen meditation presents a practical advantage to people undergoing psychotherapy as a practice providing tools for seeing directly and objectively, a skill which many clients lack. This inspiring guide provides clinicians with the neuroscientific and clinical evidence supporting the use of meditation and mindfullness to improve their clients' mental health. Filled with vivid case examples, traditional texts,



modern interpretations, and meditation research, this book offers step-by-step guidance in performing and teaching meditation, mindfulness, and focusing techniques clinicians can easily translate into their practice"--Provided by publisher.