Treatment and Management of Maladaptive Schemas

This volume explores new ground in the area of personal transformation, achieved partly through a person's volition with a guide or catalyst. The authors research and define the dynamics of paradigmatic-thinking, incorporating a series of case vignettes of personal transitions. They describe impediments to such change, as well as the post-transformation state of mind where vulnerabilities may persist. The resultant need for on going commitment may include guidance or coaching in order to sustain the positive effect of a change in paradigm. An important feature of the book is a case study written by 'Rex,' a participant in Dr. Kreuter's earlier work. Rex has achieved significant change in his thought process, both in how he sees the world (less sinister) and his self-perspective (worthy and connected). An in-depth view of the 'new' Rex shows the extent to which change has been possible in one human being. Combined with other evidence of shifting paradigms drawn from a cross-section of therapeutic practice, the authors connect the clinical data with their own developed philosophy on the subject of human behavior and the ability to change with the assistance of a therapist guide to effectuate and sustain such change.

Eric A. Kreuter is a partner with Marks Paneth LLP, a NYC-based regional accounting and business consulting firm. He specializes in litigation support and forensic investigations. Dr. Kreuter testifies as an expert witness in court. He has an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Manhattan College, a Master of Arts degree in Industrial Psychology from Long Island University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Say brook University, where he also serves as a Trustee of the Board. Dr. Kreuter served as a Research Fellow with the Cambridge Institute for Psychology and Religion and is Editor of the International Journal for Psychology Research, published by Nova Science Publishers. He is a Certified Public Accountant and also holds certifications in the fields of management accounting, forensic investigations and human resource management. Dr. Kreuter has numerous publications in the fields of psychology, business, poetry and human resource management. He is a former Associate Professor of human resource management at Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, New York. Dr. Kreuter is Treasurer of The National Association for Poetry, Inc and Board member of Hermandad, Inc.

Kenneth M. Moltner is counsel to a New York City law firm, practicing commercial litigation and matrimonial law. He has presented Continuing Legal Education lectures to attorneys at the New York City Bar Association and the New York County Lawyer's Association including on New York State litigation practice. He is an adjunct professor who teaches a continuing education course in Litigation at Hunter College and has taught at New York University's SCPS. Mr. Moltner is a graduate of New York University, Phi Beta Kappa with Honors in Politics, and obtained his J.D. from New York University School of Law. His community experience includes service as a former Chair of a Manhattan Community Board, member of the board of a not-for-profit organization and a Special Master for a New York State Supreme Court Justice, among other positions. He is also a recipient of a New York City Council Proclamation for Community Service.