Classical Adlerian psychology is a values-based, fully-integrated, theory of personality, model of psychopathology, philosophy
of living, strategy for preventative education, and technique of psychotherapy. Its mission is to encourage the development of
psychologically healthy and cooperative individuals, couples, and families, in order to effectively pursue the ideals of social
equality and democratic living . A vigorously optimistic and inspiring approach to psychotherapy, it balances the equally
important needs for individual optimal development and social responsibility.
With a solid foundation in the original teachings and therapeutic style of Alfred Adler, it integrates several powerful resources:
the rich contributions of Kurt Adler, Lydia Sicher, Alexander Müller, Sophia de Vries, and Anthony Bruck; the
self-actualization research of Abraham Maslow; and the creative innovations of Henry Stein.
Although many other psychologies have adopted fragments of Adler's......
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