Sensitively updated and revised for modern practice, Anthony Storr's legendary work continues to be an indispensible introductory text for aspiring psychotherapists.Professor Jeremy Holmes, a friend and colleague of Anthony Storr's and himself a leading psychotherapist, has updated this accessible and humane account of the practice of psychotherapy to include:*integrative psychotherapeutic approaches *revised classification of personality types *new sections on selection and assessment*consideration of evidence-based psychodynamic practice *broadened appeal to the full range of mental health professionalsRetaining Anthony Storr's wisdom, vision and classic approach, whilst bringing the text totally up to date, this will be a cornerstone volume for beginner and experienced psychotherapist alike. It will also appeal to psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, nurses, social workers, counsellors and other mental health professionals.