The Complete Father ― Essential Concepts and Archetypes

Fatherhood is a foundational human endeavor steeped in the history of familial and societal development. Every father has within himself the makings of a “complete” parent in terms of his sense of fulfillment. Are you the type of father that you truly want to be? Do you feel secure in your decision-making? Do you sense that you come across as too strict at times, or too lenient? Can you be playful and spontaneous when you want to be? Are you comfortable with having those difficult conversations? Drawing on Carl Jung’s theories this book discusses several father archetypes, presenting a positive view of fatherhood that emphasizes its manifestations and benefits in childrens’ lives rather than the difficulties and struggles of parenting.

Michael O. Weiner is a child psychotherapist in private practice. In addition, he currently teaches as an adjunct professor at Adelphi University School of Social Work and provides early childhood education consultation at the preschool and elementary school levels. He lives in New York, New York. Les Paul Gallo-Silver is an associate professor of Health Science at LaGuardia Community College, CUNY and an adjunct professor of Social Work at Adelphi University. In addition, he is a clinical supervisor at the Wellness Center at LaGuardia Community College. He lives in New York, New York.