“The greatest contribution of this volume is its in-depth empirical evaluation of the many theoretical and clinical concepts it presents….Can promote the reintegration of psychodynamic principles into the general mental health field and encourage the further development of an empirical basis for psychodynamic constructs and techniques.”

—Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association


“Bringing together some of our most distinguished psychoanalytic clinicians and researchers, this volume is a rare treasure trove of contemporary psychodynamic thinking and practice rooted in an evidence-based framework. It is set to become essential reading for mental health professionals in training and beyond.”

—Alessandra Lemma, DClinPsych, Visiting Professor, Psychoanalysis Unit, University College London, United Kingdom


“This magnificent handbook not only demonstrates the tremendous richness of psychodynamic thinking about psychopathology, but also links it to empirical research and to neighboring disciplines like personality and social psychology, psychiatry, and neuroscience. I highly recommend this unique volume to anyone interested in the empirical validation of contemporary psychodynamic concepts.”

—Stephan Doering, MD, Professor and Director, Department of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy, Medical University of Vienna, Austria


“From stellar editors and contributors, this impressive volume is a thoughtful gift to the field. Its perspectives on psychopathology are cutting edge and empirically supported. Readers from graduate students to senior clinicians and researchers will find this book invaluable.”

—J. Christopher Muran, PhD, Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies, Adelphi University; Director, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Psychotherapy Research Program