Sculpting of a Psychiatrist

Sculpting a Psychiatrist takes readers to the author's personal journey in the field of psychiatry over four decades. The book unveils the early days of medical, psychological, and psychiatric training in Yugoslavia and how moving to the United States changed the author’s professional path. He reviews the effectiveness of different types of therapy like cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches. These experiences and encounters shaped the author's professional identity. Ultimately, the author paints a vivid picture of his vision—a holistic and integrated approach to psychiatry that embraces the biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual facets of mental health. Like a sculptor meticulously shaping his creation, the author envisions an ongoing process of learning and development, working continuously toward the ideals of compassionate and effective care.