Claudio Naranjo

Chilean psychiatrist and psychotherapist

Claudio Naranjo - Chilean psychiatrist and psychotherapist
Born

November 24th, 1932
92 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Chile

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A prominent psychiatrist and psychotherapist, contributed significantly to the field of psychotherapy and the development of the Enneagram personality system. Held teaching positions at universities and founded various training programs focused on personal and spiritual growth. Also involved in the integrative approach of humanistic psychology, blending personal development with psychological theory. Wrote numerous books on psychology, spirituality, and self-discovery, influencing both practitioners and laypeople in understanding personality dynamics and emotional healing.

Developed and popularized the Enneagram personality system

Wrote extensively on psychotherapy and human growth

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