Title: The Neuroscience of Psychotherapy: Healing the Social Brain (Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology), Third Edition
Author: Louis Cozolino
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Description: “The Neuroscience of Psychotherapy: Healing the Social Brain” presents a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between neuroscience and psychotherapy, now in its third edition. Authored by Louis Cozolino, this book is part of the Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology, offering insights into the ways in which therapeutic interventions impact the brain and promote healing.
Published by W. W. Norton & Company, this third edition incorporates the latest research and developments in the field of neuroscience and psychotherapy. Cozolino delves into the neurobiological mechanisms underlying psychological processes, attachment, trauma, memory, and resilience, providing a framework for understanding how psychotherapy influences brain function and neural plasticity.
With a focus on the social brain and the importance of interpersonal connections in therapeutic healing, this book offers practical implications for clinicians and therapists. Drawing on insights from neuroscience, attachment theory, and interpersonal neurobiology, Cozolino illustrates how therapeutic relationships can foster neural integration, emotional regulation, and psychological growth.
Whether you’re a practicing therapist, a student of psychology, or anyone interested in the intersection of brain science and psychotherapy, “The Neuroscience of Psychotherapy” serves as an invaluable resource for gaining a deeper understanding of the neurobiological basis of healing in the context of therapeutic relationships.