This book looks at human development from philosophical, psychological and therapeutic perspectives. It draws on will be existentialism and evaluates its psychological significance. Perspectives are linked to theory and practice and connections made between therapeutic practice and clients' developmental needs at different times of life. Key Features: • The work of six major existential philosophers reviewed in a chapter each, exploring their work in relation to thematic aspects of life • Links between a person's developmental needs at different times and circumstances of life, and the practice of psychotherapy • Chapters on the history of human development, and implications for practice
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