Transactional Analysis in Psychotherapy: A Systematic Individual and Social Psychiatry

Eric Berne

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About this audiobook

In Transactional Analysis in Psychotherapy: A Systematic Individual and Social Psychiatry, Eric Berne presents a groundbreaking approach to understanding human behavior and communication. Berne's theory of transactional analysis provides a framework for analyzing the interactions between individuals and groups, offering valuable insights into the underlying psychological dynamics at play. This seminal work explores the concept of ego states, the roles we adopt in our interactions, and the games we unconsciously play, providing a powerful tool for therapists and individuals seeking to improve their relationships and overall well-being.

About the author

Eric Berne (1910-1970) was a Canadian-born psychiatrist and the founder of transactional analysis. He received his medical degree from McGill University and later studied psychoanalysis at the New York Psychoanalytic Institute. Berne's groundbreaking work in transactional analysis has had a profound impact on the field of psychotherapy and continues to influence practitioners and researchers to this day.