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- this slightly voyeuristic, aging therapist really enjoyed the book and would recommend it for its unique insight into the effects of what, at the time, was a unique insight into the world of therapy. It is an insight which is told honestly, with a profound sense of love and affirmation and celebration of life. Carl Stonier, Ipnosis No 33.
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In 1964 Dr Everett Shostrom, a psychologist from California, produced a series of educational films titled "Three Approaches to Psychotherapy", therein filming complete psychotherapy sessions for the very first time. Three celebrated therapists demonstrated their models on a willing client called Gloria. Dr Shostrom had asked Gloria to be prepared to discuss, on film, a subject that was currently troubling her as a recently divorced mother - dating men and dealing with direct questions about her sex life from her fourth-grade daughter, 'Pammy'. At the time, the topic had pith, intrigue and moral uncertainty. Although the interviews quickly diverged from sex, an aura remained that underscored the state of psychotherapy, the era of the mid-60s, and the evolving consciousness and 'liberation' of women during that decade.Immediately upon the release of the films, reverberations began. They were translated into multiple languages and became a regular part of the college curriculum in psychology departments in the USA and abroad. The three therapists - Carl Rogers, Albert Ellis and Fritz Perls - were solicited for their responses and evaluations; the films were, controversially, shown in theatres and on TV. There was a lawsuit and a life-long relationship. The success of the films was said to be down to 'Gloria's genius'. Countless papers, theories, rumours and idiosyncratic research titbits circulated about Gloria and the films, yet what she experienced, how she was treated after the filming and how her personal life evolved, was never fully revealed. She had brilliantly happy moments, devoted relationships and profound loss. Her generosity with her time and spirit was her spark of grace.This beautifully written memoir blends the intimacies of family life, intuitive characterisation and an insight into the development of psychotherapy in California in the 60s. Gloria's daughter Pamela J Burry ('Pammy'), whose innocent question sparked Gloria's disquiet, has woven together a legacy of letters, notes, transcripts, tapes, articles and her own memories to write about a life which became the subject of much academic analysis, moral outrage, rumours of suicide and speculation in the years following the release of "Three Approaches to Psychotherapy", more popularly known as 'The Gloria Films'.
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As a psychotherapy student I saw the Gloria films. I was left with an uneasy feeling and wondering what happened to Gloria after the films. I was so pleased that Gloria's daughter wrote this wonderful book, unfreezing Gloria from that snapshot I had of her. This book also did more than any other person-centred theory book to bring Carl Rogers to life. Thank you so much for writing this book and sharing the memories of your vibrant, life-loving mother.
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Having watched the Gloria films many times for my own studies in psychotherapy and with the students I now teach, I had previously watched the films simply to understand the psychotherapeutic techniques utilised by the three therapists.
This book provides a glimpse at the world of the brave woman who placed herself in the hands of the film maker, only to find her "story" was being shown on TV when she had been assured that the therapy sessions were only to be seen by students of psychotherapy.
This would never be allowed to happen today - thank goodness for the ethical considerations of confidentiality imposed by professional bodies in the field at least in the UK.
Those of us in the profession do, however owe Gloria a debt of gratitude, for without her, the works of Rogers, Perls and Ellis may just have remained theoretical constructs within the books they wrote.
This book provides a glimpse at the world of the brave woman who placed herself in the hands of the film maker, only to find her "story" was being shown on TV when she had been assured that the therapy sessions were only to be seen by students of psychotherapy.
This would never be allowed to happen today - thank goodness for the ethical considerations of confidentiality imposed by professional bodies in the field at least in the UK.
Those of us in the profession do, however owe Gloria a debt of gratitude, for without her, the works of Rogers, Perls and Ellis may just have remained theoretical constructs within the books they wrote.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I loved this book, particularly because I'm a graduate student in mental health counseling and as part of our session labs we watched "The Gloria Films." Our instructor told us just a little about what happened to Gloria following this classic film but my interest was piqued. I love the fact that this was written by her daughter, someone who knew the real Gloria from her youth. This is exceptionally well written, but a very easy read, nothing deep. It's a joy to read and a nice break from the psychology textbooks I'm used to. Pammy writes honestly and lovingly about her mother and the aftermath of the films. I thought of Gloria as "quirky" when I watched the films but grew to love her upon completion of this book. I wish I could've met her and joined her for one of her "marathon" discussions! This book should be recommended along with the viewing of the film.
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Humanity and depth...
What a goldmine this book is. Its raw, honest, insightful and extremely interesting.
As a therapist having been exposed to the Gloria films many times, I was was also... Read more
As a therapist having been exposed to the Gloria films many times, I was was also... Read more
Published 29 days ago by M. R. Montgomery
An amazing account
This is an amazing account of Gloria's life and her experience of participating in the Shostrom films. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Dog crazy
Fun Yet Frustrating
Having watched the 'Three Approaches to Psychotherapy' film, I was immediately captivated by the spark and vivacity of Gloria, the central figure of a fascinating 1960's insight... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Little Pilgrim
Don't bother!
I was very disappointed with this book. I thought it was badly written, going backwards and forwards in time, and it was not always clear exactly what she was trying to say. Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2009 by Ms. C. Phoenix
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