Kiesler Circle Training

Kiesler Circle Training

A manual for treating interpersonal problems

• for use in group setting and one-to-one situations
• can be used for social anxiety disorders and borderline personality disorders


Kiesler Circle Training was developed to help treat people with interpersonal problems. American psychologist Donald Kiesler’s circle model describes how interpersonal behaviour patterns permanently influence each other. The patient learns how to assess their impact on others better and to think through and try out new behaviour. The Kiesler Circle is particularly useful in treating chronic depressive disorder (CBASP) but can also be used, for example, for social anxiety disorders and borderline personality disorders.

After an introductory theoretical section and a number of case studies, the book goes into how the training is carried out over five modules. Each module works on certain aspects, such as nonverbal communication or conflict training. The book contains fact sheets, work materials and role-play templates which provide a wide range of practical aids. For use in closed and open group settings as well as one-to-one situations.


Target group
Psychological and medical psychotherapists in individual practices or clinics, psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers