Working with the Body in Analytic Therapy - Alexander Lowen

Alexander Lowen (1995) demonstrates with John who is dissatisfied with his body. Through exercises, Lowen helps John use his body to express his full range of feelings. Lowen explains that he does not rely on the mind to change behavior because of its lack of power. Lowen expects the body to free itself. The demonstration concludes with Lowen’s elaboration on his work.

Educational Objectives:

1. To state what features in a person's body express his emotional conflicts.

2. To name a body technique that directly effects a personality program.