Félix Guattari

French psychotherapist and philosopher

Félix Guattari - French psychotherapist and philosopher
Born

April 30th, 1930
94 years ago

Died

August 29th, 1992
32 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

Links & References

Contributed significantly to the field of psychoanalysis and philosophy during the 20th century. Collaborated with Gilles Deleuze on seminal works that explored the intersection of desire, politics, and subjectivity. Engaged with social movements and critiqued modern capitalist society through the lens of psychoanalysis. Advocated for the integration of politics, desires, and social networks into therapeutic practices, establishing a unique approach to psychotherapy.

Co-authored 'Anti-Oedipus' with Gilles Deleuze

Developed the concept of 'schizoanalysis'

Influenced the fields of psychoanalysis and philosophy

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