Therapeutic Communities publishes academic papers, case studies, empirical research and opinion. The Journal is interested in publishing papers that critically and creatively engage with ideas drawn from a range of discourses: the therapeutic community movement and other related professional practice, psychoanalysis, art, literature, poetry, music, architecture, culture, education, philosophy, religion and environmental studies. It will be of value to those who work in health services, social services, voluntary and charitable organisations, and for all professionals involved with staff teams, service users and experts by experience in therapeutic communities, therapeutic environments and supportive organisations.