Introduction
Dr. David V. Keith’s lifelong work as an educator, psychiatrist, and family therapist has had a significant influence within the field of family medicine, pediatrics, and experiential family therapy. His prolific research and writings reinvigorate Carl Whitaker’s symbolic-experiential approach to family therapy. His personal and professional relationship with Dr. Whitaker has been an instrumental resource in Dr. Keith’s extensive contributions to understanding the role of family therapists and the systemic nature of familial relationships. Dr. Keith’s extraordinary and meaningful career continues to pioneer the growing profession of family therapy.
Career
Dr. Keith has been in practice for more than 20 years. He received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. At West Virginia University, Dr. Keith completed his internship and transitional year. He concluded his residency in psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Keith is board certified...
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Agundez, J.C., Fisher, A.R. (2018). Keith, David. In: Lebow, J., Chambers, A., Breunlin, D. (eds) Encyclopedia of Couple and Family Therapy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-15877-8_996-1
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