Psychotherapy

In this early‑twentieth‑century treatise the author sets out to clear the fog surrounding modern psychotherapy, arguing that the field deserves more than the sensational headlines and vague remedies that dominate popular discourse. Drawing on a solid foundation of medical training and experimental work, he explains why a rigorous, scientific approach is essential for physicians, clergy, and anyone who encounters mental distress in daily practice. The opening sections lay out the underlying principles of psychology itself, offering readers a careful grounding before any discussion of illness begins.

The later chapters turn toward concrete applications, showing how psychological insight can complement medical treatment without slipping into superstition or moralizing. By contrasting genuine therapeutic techniques with the era’s “faith cures,” the author illustrates how disciplined study can improve patient care. Readers gain a clear picture of the author’s laboratory‑based experience, his cautious stance on case selection, and his ambition to replace myth with methodical understanding.