The Masterson Approach has evolved from 32 years of scientific inquiry, including four formal research projects, nine books, and 75 papers. this volume marks an important stage in a professional journey that has had many turnings. Clinical concern and theoretical introspection evoke a wish to share, which led to writing and teaching.

Preface, The Authors, Prologue: Evolution, I. THE MASTERSON APPROACH, II. THE SCOPE OF PSYCHOTHERAPY, III. THE ART OF CONFRONTATION WITH THE BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER OF THE SELF, IV. COUNTERTRANSFERENCE, V. NEW PERSPECTIVES, Index

James F. Masterson, M.D. and Ralph Klein, M.D.