
Virginia Satir books in order
American psychotherapist & non-fiction author
- Lived
- 1916–1988
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 1
Virginia Satir published 1 poetry collection, beginning with Self-esteem (1975).
Updated September 2026
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Self-esteem
Virginia Satir's most-read book.
Poetry in order

Self-esteem (1975)
About Virginia Satir
Virginia Satir was an American author, clinical social worker and psychotherapist, recognized for her approach to family therapy. Her pioneering work in the field of family reconstruction therapy honored her with the title "Mother of Family Therapy". Her best known books are Conjoint Family Therapy, 1964, Peoplemaking, 1972, and The New Peoplemaking, 1988.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Virginia Satir FAQ
- How many books has Virginia Satir written?
- Virginia Satir published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Virginia Satir's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Self-esteem.
- What is Virginia Satir's last book?
- Self-esteem (1975).
- What is Virginia Satir's most famous book?
- Self-esteem (1975) is Virginia Satir's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.