Veteran couples therapists Drs. Sheras and Koch-Sheras introduce an exciting new approach in which partners co-create a unified vision for their relationship. By using the ?4 Cs? in this order: commitment, cooperation, communication, and community, any couple can transcend their individual identities to nurture ?the couple as entity, ? in effect, crafting a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. Positive, solution-oriented, and packed with exercises and illustrative case studies, this innovative book is an indispensable resource for therapists seeking to empower their clients and...

While it is common knowledge that physical illness affects mental wellbeing and vice versa, there has been a surprising lack of cooperation between psychotherapists and MDs in serving patients' needs. The Collaborative Psychotherapist provides step-by-step guidance on how psychotherapists can work with their medical colleagues on a routine basis. The authors interview four veteran therapists and one medical doctor who provide valuable insider knowledge of how to collaborate successfully. The volume authors also provide advice on how therapists can extend their skills to collaborate more...