Publications on Bowen Theory

The Bowen Center’s Publication page features a large collection of books on Bowen theory, some of them published by the Center.

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Thinking Systems: Applying Bowen Theory in Clinical Practice, by Anne S. McKnight, EdD, is a compilation of fifteen case studies presented and discussed by faculty of the Bowen Center between 1994 and 2021. These clinical presentations, with an introduction to each chapter by Dr. McKnight, represent a range of family challenges that both clinicians and family members interested in applying Bowen theory will find useful. Learn more and purchase.

Family Therapy in Clinical Practice, by Murray Bowen, MD, is a collection of Dr. Bowen’s published papers, from the early essays on schizophrenic families and their treatment through the development of his eight concepts. Family Evaluation, written by Michael E. Kerr, MD, with an epilogue by Dr. Bowen, describes the concepts of Bowen theory, utilizing clinical case examples to discuss the applications of theory in treatment.

• Available in print and Kindle versions on Amazon. Please note that neither book is published by the Bowen Center.

Featuring books on Bowen theory written by current and former Bowen Center faculty members. Each book is described on its Amazon or publisher purchase link.

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• Family Systems Journal is an interdisciplinary journal published by the Center since 1994. See and begin your subscription with the current issue. Visit the back issue page to purchase older issues.

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