Review
“…clearly points the way to satisfying and lasting intimacy… filled with wise and rational alternatives… easy-to-follow… a gem.” —
Arnold A. Lazarus, Ph.D., ABPP, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Rutgers University
“…down-to-earth book… reflects… practical wisdom about intimate communication… useful to practitioners and clients alike. I recommend it highly.” — Michael Mahoney, Ph.D., Author of HUMAN CHANGE PROCESSES and CONSTRUCTIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY
“…for people who have spent a lifetime messing up their relationships with other people… I recommend it very, very strongly…” — William Glasser, M.D., Author of REALITY THERAPY IN ACTION
“…of interest to all who labor in the field of marriage counseling…” — Raymond Corsini, Ph.D., Editor of CURRENT PSYCHOTHERAPIES and HANDBOOK FOR INNOVATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPIES
“A breath of fresh air… Seven simple guidelines to improving interpersonal communication — New, easy to apply and fun to follow.” — Cyril M. Franks, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Graduate School, Rutgers University
Product Description
This is the first book to apply Dr. Ellis’s famous “Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy” principles to intimate relationships. The seven guidelines for better couple communication offered in this user-friendly guide emphasize non-blaming acceptance, integrity, mutual support, appreciation, replacing irrational ideas and expectations with realistic attitudes. Dozens of real-life couple vignettes show readers how they can readily learn and implement the seven guidelines in their own lives.
Dr. Ellis’s realistic, objective perspective provides practical and authoritative guidance couples can use to improve their relationships — no “pie-in-the-sky” solutions. MAKING INTIMATE CONNECTIONS is an effective resource for couples seeking greater closeness, intimate partners who are willing to make “unilateral” changes, marriage and family therapists — a breakthrough relationship guide from the father of rational therapy.