Systems Theory in Action: Applications to Individual, Couple, and Family Therapy

Smith-Acuña illuminates the structural hierarchy, roles and boundaries that give a system structure. The relationship between parts and wholes is both simple and profound, and particularly important in looking at systems structure. These morsels of wisdom are good examples of Smith-Acuña’s grace as a systems theory tour guide: one moment she’s digging deeper into the nuances among the theories, the next moment she’s simplifying without dumbing down, but in a manner which is enormously liberating. We enjoy the fun, full and informed journey with her.

Frank S. Pittman, III, MD
Author of Turning Points, Private Lies, Man Enough, and Grow Up!