Mara Selvini Palazzoli

Mara Selvini Palazzoli was an influential Italian psychiatrist and psychotherapist known for developing a family therapy approach called systemic therapy. She studied how families interact as a whole system, rather than focusing only on individual members. Her work emphasized understanding patterns and communication within families to address issues like psychological problems or conflicts. Palazzoli's methods often involved collaborative consultation and careful observation, helping families recognize and change their relational dynamics. Her contributions have significantly shaped modern family therapy, making her a key figure in the field of systemic and family-centered mental health treatment.