About the Book

“This engaging, evidence-based and brilliantly written book provides a comprehensive understanding of Alfred Adler’s previously unpublished technique of memory interpretation and offers practical strategies for using it. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in therapy, coaching psychology, and self-development, and it provides valuable insights and practical tools for practitioners and clients alike.”  –– Andrea Giraldez-Hayes, Ph.D., Director of the M.S. in Coaching, Cambridge University

“Engaging… Soul Metaphors will be an invaluable guide for those who want to understand and explore the meaning of early recollections. …This third-generation Adlerian book offers an important contribution to Adlerian psychology.” — Bengu Erguner-Tekinalp, Ph.D., Professor of Counseling, Drake University, President of the North American Society of Adlerian Psychology

“This beautifully written book truly revives a lost art. Having had my own memories interpreted, I can attest that the method speaks the truth. I see many fascinating applications for early memory interpretation, including in life coaching contexts. Soul Metaphors describes a wonderful vehicle for self-understanding; the day may come when having one’s memories interpreted is as common as getting a check-up at the doctor or the dentist.”  ­–– Giorgia Dario-Paolucci, Personal/Professional Coach, Organization Relationship System Coach, and Senior Human Resources Officer, United Nations

“Every student of psychology should know as much about Adler as about Freud, Skinner, or Piaget. Yet few do. This intellectually fascinating book fills in a key gap in the literature, not only explaining Adler’s method of early memory interpretation, but also providing a succinct and thorough overview of Adler’s insightful theory of personality. Soul Metaphors belongs in every psychology department’s core curriculum.” –– Robert L. Russell, Ph.D., Developmental Psychologist

“In my more than 30 years in social work, early memory interpretation stands out as one of the most exciting tools I’ve encountered for understanding the human psyche. Wonderfully written and engrossing, Soul Metaphors is a must-read for all behavioral health professionals.”  –– Sandra M. Fine, LCSW