Atmospheric Landscapes : Felt Spaces and Backgrounds of Psychotherapy

This book examines the philosophical concept of atmospheres, rooted in phenomenology and aesthetics, and its relevance to psychotherapy and psychiatry by exploring the affective, spatial, and pre-reflective conditions shaping therapeutic encounters, focusing on what light this sheds on psychotherapeutic theory.

This book examines the philosophical concept of atmospheres, rooted in phenomenology and aesthetics, and its relevance to psychotherapy and psychiatry by exploring the affective, spatial, and pre-reflective conditions shaping therapeutic encounters, focusing on what light this sheds on psychotherapeutic theory. The book builds on prior work on atmospheres and psychopathology, expanding the discussion with contributions from diverse authors. Topics include the role of felt spaces in therapy, atmospheric landscapes in clinical practice, and the interplay between subjectivity and therapeutic environments. Each chapter invites readers to shift between theoretical and pragmatic perspectives, fostering a dynamic exploration of atmospheres in mental health. This book is ideal for psychotherapists, psychiatrists, and scholars in phenomenology, aesthetics, and clinical psychology. It offers valuable insights for those interested in the affective and spatial dimensions of therapy, as well as anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of atmospheres in mental health contexts.