This book argues that the work of revered psychotherapist, Sigmund Freud, is without basis and that the very foundation of dynamic psychotherapy is rooted in theories that can no longer be supported today.
Author, Anthony Stevens, discusses how some of the most influential schools of psychodynamic therapy have been built on the psychology of their charismatic founders. He argues that they have consequently turned into exclusive and aggressive rival sects because of this.
In An Intelligent Person's Guide To Psychotherapy, Stevens argues that the way to correct this is by conducting extensive research to discover the beneficial parts that these different therapeutic methods have in common. In combination with work from psychoanalysts such as Carl Jung, which embraces more open-minded humanity, a new paradigm could be born - one which transcends the differences between previous thinking and one that is adopted by modern "evolutionary psychotherapists."
You should read this book if…

• You have an interest in psychology and psychoanalysis
• You feel that some of the current thinking in psychotherapy is outdated and needs to be rethought
• You are a fan of the work of Carl Jung