Desires of the Heart

The Evolution of an American Psychiatrist

William F Kenny

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Petra Books
18 November 2022

Biography: science, technology & engineering; Psychotherapy; Popular medicine & health; Coping with illness

"An insightful psychiatrist's memoir with careful reflection on the theory and practice of psychiatry, case studies and selected articles published over a diverse career.

""...childhood's time is rekindled in the ashes of lost opportunities. As each person is encouraged to share their needs, the fear of rejection pales and loving is risked again. This I believe is the essence of the healing experience: to be able to be who we are in the presence of another.""

""Listening is like standing quietly in a hurricane. Everything is moving and there is no ground to shape individual identity. Accusations fly in the wind, uprooting defences and causing even greater awareness. My first task is to create a safe haven for the human voice. I do this by insisting that they accept me as a listener and not as a judge."""

By: William F Kenny
Imprint: Petra Books
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 203mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 472g
ISBN: 9781989048979
ISBN 10: 1989048978
Pages: 110
Publication Date: 18 November 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. William Kenny, fellow of the American Psychiatric Association was educated in New York, New Jersey and Montreal (MDCM). William received a US Army commendation for medical service in Vietnam. He himself spent three years in psychoanalysis in NYC, and taught and practiced in New York and Connecticut, He was director of the Orange County Mental Health Center, NY, the Greenwich Hospital Mental Health Services, CT, and the Lewis County Mental Health Center, NY, before accepting a position at Queen's University, Ontario, as Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, as well as a position at the Wellness Centre. William has been married for over 50 years and they have two children.

Reviews for Desires of the Heart: The Evolution of an American Psychiatrist

"""A fascinating read and giving me much to think about in terms of psychotherapy and life."" - Dr. Stephen H. McNevin, BSc, MD, FRCPC, Dept. Psychiatry, Queen's University School of Medicine."