Encountering Feminism

This book comprises a collection of papers which explore the relationship between feminist and person-centred theories - their areas of overlap and their areas of divergence. As a feminist and a person-centred practitioner, this is a topic I have thought a lot about, and up until now I have felt extremely frustrated at the paucity of literature on the subject. I was not disappointed. The editors, the Yorkshire-based Gillian Proctor and American Mary Beth Napier, have assembled an appealing cornucopia of essays on the subject, some heavily academic, others written in a more personal sytle. This makes for a varied and surprising read, bursting with ideas and passion. - Postmodernism flowed through this volume, mostly without overt mention, and the interplay between all three of these philosophies provides an exciting and heartening glimpse of a possible future, not just for therapy but for society in general. Encountering Feminism is a shining beacon to light the way to such a future. Yvonne Bates Ipnosis, Number 18, 2005 I thoroughly recommend this book. It re-examines and critiques two abiding philosophies that have influenced my own work and life, reconciles them and shows their relevance to contemporary therapeutic practice. Val Simanowitz, Counsellor & Supervisor, Counselling Psychotherapy Journal, April 2005.