Heine has done a remarkable job of succinctly and objectively describing the nature of psychotherapy, psychodiagnosis, and the various forms of therapy. He places special emphasis on psychoanalysis, behavior therapy, and client-centered therapy. A final chapter presents a comprehensive survey of the newer and emergent forms of therapy. Beginning therapists will find this book a mine of information and an excellent introduction; more experienced therapists will be rewarded by an excellent review of other forms of therapy.

Heine is not content to merely summarize what is known. With wit, erudition, and a sound grasp of theory he attempts to integrate what is