Routledge Archaeology of Psychotherapy in Korea - Routledge Studies

This is the first English-language book dedicated exclusively to the historical development of psychotherapy in Korea. It presents an archaeological research of literature examining the care and treatment of mind throughout Korean history, integrating spiritual, philosophical, cultural, social, and medical perspectives. The book traces the evolution of different therapeutic approaches to mental illness, including autochthonous practices, psychiatry, clinical psychology, counselling, and Western psychotherapy traditions. Archaeology of Psychotherapy in Korea offers scholars, practitioners, and students a comprehensive exploration of how Korean therapeutic work has developed and shaped professional growth in the field, providing unique insights into the intersection of Eastern and Western psychological approaches.