“Paradox and Passion in Psychotherapy is an eloquent statement about the power of paradox to unshackle lives. It is not by any means an easy statement, nor should it be, but it is conveyed with both clarity and depth. These features, along with its personal anecdotes, case studies, and crisp description of the very latest in existential analytic inquiry, will inspire both students and professionals alike. Paradox and Passion in Psychotherapy is a roadmap to poignant living.”

Kirk Schneider, Ph.D., Author of Existential-Integrative Therapy and The Polarized Mind

“Emmy van Deurzen’s Paradox and Passion in Psychotherapy is that very rare thing - a book which inspires the reader and holds their attention from the first page to the last. Both learned and deeply accessible, it addresses unflinchingly the absurdity and wonder of the human condition, and shows how we can use the wisdom and insights of philosophy to become more vital and resourceful in both our everyday lives and our therapeutic practice. A classic text.”

Professor Simon du Plock, Middlesex University, UK

“This second edition is more than an update of a valuable text, but a refinement and development. By taking a personal and heartfelt approach, Professor van Deurzen clarifies how stormy life can be, offers insight into the ways that passion can steady the tiller as we engage with life''s difficult yet inherent paradoxes. A stimulating and challenging text that encourages the reader in their search for ethical and passionate engagement with both therapeutic practice and with life more generally.”