The model of couple’s therapy described in this book is based on the idea that is necessary to work on the relational issues of couples in crisis in order to help them to rediscover mutual trust and intimacy.
Following the seminal ideas of Murray Bowen and James Framo on the differentiation of Self, the book illustrates when and how to invite each partner’s family of origin in therapy to re-visit the past and to repair still open wounds.
Andolfi and Mascellani propose that in couple therapy the presence of children as special consultants opens the door to playfulness and creativity and to the search of more authenticity. Even inviting couple’s friends can be a special resource to help the couple to reach a sense of wellness.
