Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice [Paperback]

Mechthild Scheffer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 1986

The first contemporary study of Bach's techniques by one of Europe's leading practitioners.

More than 50 years ago, English physician Dr. Edward Bach grew disenchanted with orthodox medicine as he came to understand that many physical complaints have a strong psychosomatic element. Over many years of study, he discovered 38 flower remedies that act on the disharmony within the patient and pave the way toward recovery. Bach Flower Therapy describes the remedies in such a way that patients taking them will gain deeper insight into the remedies underlying psychological concepts, thereby enhancing the potential for self-healing.

Intended for practitioners and lay readers alike, the book includes lists of symptoms to facilitate diagnosis.

Editorial Reviews

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"Scheffer describes the flower remedies in such a way that a patient will gain deeper insight into the remedy's underlying psychological concept. Also included are chapters on remedies in practice and experiences in treatment."
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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Healing Arts Press (December 1, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892812397
• ISBN-13: 978-0892812394
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #120,513 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable book for anyone using Bach Flower Remedies., September 5, 1999

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This review is from: Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice (Paperback)

This book is the definitive guide to Bach Flower Remedies and is extremely insightful and well presented. It gives the positive and negatives for each Flower Remedy and a detailed description of each of the 38 Bach Flower Remedies. I have used it extensively in my Veterinary Practice for animals and for myself and people I know and it is a must for anyone using Flower Remedies for people or animals, though more geared towards people. I would highly recommend this book to the experienced practitioner or those seeking to learn about Bach Flower Remedies in general. Anna Maria Scholey MA Vet.MB MRCVS

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Flowering health, December 9, 2003

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Pieter "Toypom" (Johannesburg) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice (Paperback)

This excellent work on the Bach flower remedies is one of the best books on the subject that I have encountered. The author provides the history of Dr. Bach and the remedies, deals with the remedies as a holistic healing modality and offers a possible interpretation as to how and why they work.

There is a chapter devoted to finding the right remedy for specific diseases - lists of symptoms are included to facilitate diagnosis. The practical application of the remedies is thoroughly explained and there is an interesting discussion of the 38 flowers from which they are made and their qualities.

A helpful Question and Answer section addresses frequently asked questions. The book concludes with a bibliography, list of useful addresses and an index. In additional to this informative book and for a wider look at holistic medicine, I highly recommend Gerber's masterpiece Vibrational Medicine.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a must have!, October 23, 2000

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Kimberley A. Selle "kimberley523" (Minneapolis, MN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice (Paperback)

I began studying and using the Bach Flower Remedies about 6 months ago. I have read and re-read this book regarding different essences. It contains case studies along with both "essay" descriptions of the positive and negative states of each essence as well as check lists of qualities a person might exhibit if they were in need of that particular essence. Very informative and very useful in deepening your understanding the essences.