ABSTRACT

Surviving Space is a collection of papers on infant observation and related issues by contemporary experts in the field, commemorating the centenary of Esther Bick and the unique contribution she has made to psychoanalytic theory. As part of the prestigious Tavistock Clinic Series, this is an essential addition to this highly-valued and innovative series. Infant observation is crucial to most psychotherapy training, and this work would be of obvious value to those commencing their training, as well as valuable insights for all psychotherapists.

chapter |23 pages

Introduction

part I|47 pages

Pioneering Ideas: The Papers of Esther Bick

part II|209 pages

Pushing at the Boundaries

chapter Six|12 pages

Mrs Bick and infant observation

chapter |3 pages

Endpiece