A lthough this was written for therapists, it is equally useful for couples.

In the Preface, Bader and Pearson say, “we have found our developmental model for diagnosis and treating couples to be flexible enough to incorporate a wide variety of intervention strategies, yet purposeful enough to provide a clear sense of direction for couples in distress…Helping couples to help themselves is a goal we find continually challenging, exciting and stimulating.”

This book was written in 1988 when Bader and Pearson were becoming recognized for their revolutionary new ideas around couple therapy, through the Developmental Model. In working with them now, 30 years later, the principles remain the same.

Any couple will find themselves in this book. Therapists likewise. For further in-depth training, Bader and Pearson have developed extensive on-line training that turns Couple Therapy into a highly-skilled calling. Go to The Couples Institute.