In this breakthrough book, psychologist and qigong teacher Patrick Dougherty shows the reader simple, powerful ways to integrate elements of Taoist philosophy and Chinese medicine into Western mental health practices. From teaching simple mind/body techniques, such as focused breathing and imagery, to explaining how the energetic world we live in affects our emotional and psychological health, Dougherty shows us how to quickly and easily enhance our well being. Perhaps the most exciting aspect of this book is its emphasis on our fundamental interconnectedness, and how following the practices in this book can lead to a more open-hearted engagement with the world.
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Praise for QIGONG IN PSYCHOTHERAPY Following the centuries-old tradition of Taoist writers, Patrick Dougherty has taken complex principles of Taoism and made them elegantly simple. In Qigong and Psychotherapy you will find practical techniques that are easy to apply in both psychotherapy and everyday life. There are real life examples to show how these techniques can be used to both deepen and speed the process of psychotherapy, and the exercises are written with clear and easily followed directions for immediate application. While this book offers relief from suffering, it also goes beyond that to lead the reader to greater engagement and deeper connection with all of life. Qigong in Psychotherapy distills Taoist wisdom into accessible means for living a whole and joyful life. --Henry Emmons, MD, author of The Chemistry of Joy: A Three-Step Program for Overcoming Depression Through Western Science and Eastern Wisdom
Patrick Dougherty s first work is brilliant. He has brought the Eastern Spiritual practice of qigong into his Western psychological counseling sessions and made a perfect marriage. He has successfully delineated in positive, specific and constructive terms the means one can incorporate in one individual life...as a lay person, psychologist, qigong practitioner or health care provider. The information and concepts flow effortlessly into the reader s consciousness in this easy to read presentation. Everyone will benefit from exploring this delightful book. --Gregory C. Gerber, MD, Medical Director, Energy Enhancement Systems
The Chinese have used qigong for thousands of years to help people with physical and mental health problems and now these practices are being incorporated into Western health care. Patrick Dougherty has found the essence of qigong and made it easy to understand and simple to use. This is a wonderful book for psychotherapists, their clients and anyone interested in a holistic approach to mental health. You really can do much for people by doing just a little. --Chunyi Lin, Qigong Master, creator of Spring Forest Qigong, coauthor of the Amazon.com bestseller, Born A Healer
Patrick Dougherty s first work is brilliant. He has brought the Eastern Spiritual practice of qigong into his Western psychological counseling sessions and made a perfect marriage. He has successfully delineated in positive, specific and constructive terms the means one can incorporate in one individual life...as a lay person, psychologist, qigong practitioner or health care provider. The information and concepts flow effortlessly into the reader s consciousness in this easy to read presentation. Everyone will benefit from exploring this delightful book. --Gregory C. Gerber, MD, Medical Director, Energy Enhancement Systems
The Chinese have used qigong for thousands of years to help people with physical and mental health problems and now these practices are being incorporated into Western health care. Patrick Dougherty has found the essence of qigong and made it easy to understand and simple to use. This is a wonderful book for psychotherapists, their clients and anyone interested in a holistic approach to mental health. You really can do much for people by doing just a little. --Chunyi Lin, Qigong Master, creator of Spring Forest Qigong, coauthor of the Amazon.com bestseller, Born A Healer
Patrick Dougherty s first work is brilliant. He has brought the Eastern Spiritual practice of qigong into his Western psychological counseling sessions and made a perfect marriage. He has successfully delineated in positive, specific and constructive terms the means one can incorporate in one individual life...as a lay person, psychologist, qigong practitioner or health care provider. The information and concepts flow effortlessly into the reader s consciousness in this easy to read presentation. Everyone will benefit from exploring this delightful book. --Gregory C. Gerber, MD, Medical Director, Energy Enhancement Systems
The Chinese have used qigong for thousands of years to help people with physical and mental health problems and now these practices are being incorporated into Western health care. Patrick Dougherty has found the essence of qigong and made it easy to understand and simple to use. This is a wonderful book for psychotherapists, their clients and anyone interested in a holistic approach to mental health. You really can do much for people by doing just a little. --Chunyi Lin, Qigong Master, creator of Spring Forest Qigong, coauthor of the Amazon.com bestseller, Born A Healer
Patrick Dougherty s first work is brilliant. He has brought the Eastern Spiritual practice of qigong into his Western psychological counseling sessions and made a perfect marriage. He has successfully delineated in positive, specific and constructive terms the means one can incorporate in one individual life...as a lay person, psychologist, qigong practitioner or health care provider. The information and concepts flow effortlessly into the reader s consciousness in this easy to read presentation. Everyone will benefit from exploring this delightful book. --Gregory C. Gerber, MD, Medical Director, Energy Enhancement Systems
The Chinese have used qigong for thousands of years to help people with physical and mental health problems and now these practices are being incorporated into Western health care. Patrick Dougherty has found the essence of qigong and made it easy to understand and simple to use. This is a wonderful book for psychotherapists, their clients and anyone interested in a holistic approach to mental health. You really can do much for people by doing just a little. --Chunyi Lin, Qigong Master, creator of Spring Forest Qigong, coauthor of the Amazon.com bestseller, Born A Healer
About the Author
Patrick Dougherty, M.A., L.P. is a Licensed Psychologist, who has been a practicing psychotherapist in St. Paul, MN since 1977. Dougherty has been a student of Master Chunyi Lin and Spring Forest Qigong since 1995. He has been teaching psychotherapists how to incorporate Qigong into psychotherapy since 2000, with continuing education credits approved by the Minnesota Boards of Psychology, Social Work, and Marriage and Family Therapy in 2004. He offers classes in Qigong in Psychotherapy for professionals annually and has presented with Master LIn at several professional conferences.
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A Brilliant Book!,
This review is from: Qigong in Psychotherapy: You can do so much by doing so little. (Paperback)
I'm reading Qigong in Psychotherapy for the second time and I suspect I'll read it more times. I think this book is brilliant! Though the title might suggest it's just for psychotherapists (or their clients)I think it's a wonderful book for everyone who's interested in being happy and healthy. It weaves wonderful stories about the author and his clients with clear explanations about things like stress and breath and qigong, and practical tools to make good living more available. I find the subtitle accurate: "you can do so much by doing so little". This book is the kind I love to read from a little every night before I go to sleep - inspiring and soothing at the same time.
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Inspiring,
This review is from: Qigong in Psychotherapy: You can do so much by doing so little. (Paperback)
Inspiring to listen to someone who has long worked with helping people heal in the traditional modalities and has been able to step into a really growth and spiritual place. May many in his field learn the simple tools and make our world a better place through his valuable insights.
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Qigong in Psychotherapy,
This review is from: Qigong in Psychotherapy: You can do so much by doing so little. (Paperback)
Thoughtful and insightful not just for people in the field but for everyone interested in improving life - it should be subtitled "Heal Your Heart - Help Your Life" - An easy read - I enjoyed the wonderful real life stories - it really makes you think about your family and the people you meet and what a few chosen words can mean - I would highly recommend this book! If you have not experienced Qigong yet that should be your next step!
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