Bend into Shape is the only complete compilation of both classic and modern Bioenergetic techniques. Bioenergetics is a form of somatic psychotherapy created by Alexander Lowen in 1957 and practiced world-wide. The book covers interventions based on body segments, character type, emotions, and various populations such as couples, children and the elderly. The book considers up to date modern issues such as the relational model, including ways to work with transference and countertransference in psychotherapy. It is designed for students of somatic psychotherapy as well as certified Bioenergetic therapists. The authors are both long-time Bioenergetic therapists and experienced trainers in the field.

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Foreword Introduction Part I: Foundations in Bioenergetic work with Clients Chapter 1: Ethics Chapter 2: Energy Chapter 3: Assessment Body Reading Stress Position Relational Assessment techniques Part II: Techniques by Character Types Chapter 4: Schizoid Character Structure Chapter 5: Oral Character Structure Chapter 6: Borderline Character Structure Chapter 7: Narcissist Character Structure Chapter 8: Masochist Character Structure Chapter 9: Rigid Character Structure Part III: Special Considerations Chapter 10: Special Issues Trauma Shame Abuse Anxiety Chapter 11: Special Populations Eating Disorders Medical Conditions and Chronic Pain Alcohol, Drugs, and Bioenergetics Children and Bioenergetics Seniors Couples Part IV: Techniques by Other Categories Chapter 12: Techniques by Body Segments Chapter 13: Techniques by Emotional Issues Acknowledgements Appendix: Code of Ethics References About the Authors