Introdução à Psicoterapia Existencial

Explore the foundations of existential psychotherapy with this introductory course. Delve into the core philosophical principles underpinning phenomenological-existential approaches in psychology.

This course examines the philosophical underpinnings of approaches rooted in Phenomenology, Existential Hermeneutics, and Existential Philosophy. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of how these philosophies shape therapeutic practice.

We'll explore the key ideas of influential thinkers including:

• Wilhelm Dilthey: Discover the concept of the "vital nexus" and its relevance to human existence, drawing from his work Ideas About a Descriptive and Analytical Psychology.
• Edmund Husserl: Understand the crucial role of the phenomenological attitude in existential therapy.
• Martin Heidegger: Analyze his existential hermeneutics, focusing on his seminal work Being and Time.
• Friedrich Nietzsche: Examine the tragedy of existence and the concept of the will to power as central to understanding the human condition.

The course consists of 5 recorded lectures (1.5 hours each) complemented by PDF reading materials. Led by Prof. Dr. Felipe Saraiva Nunes de Pinho, a psychologist (UFC) with expertise in Psychodrama, Linguistics (UFC), and Philosophy (Universidad de Barcelona).

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Existential Clinical Foundations: Explore the historical and tragic aspects of human existence.
2. Wilhelm Dilthey and the Vital Nexus: A deep dive into Dilthey's ideas on descriptive and analytical psychology.
3. Phenomenology with Edmund Husserl: Understanding the application of the phenomenological attitude in therapy.
4. Existential Hermeneutics of Martin Heidegger: A detailed discussion of Being and Time.
5. The Tragic Existence in Nietzsche: Exploring life as the will to power.

This course is ideal for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of existential psychology, philosophical psychology, and the theoretical basis of existential therapy.