Wilhelm Reich

Wilhelm Reich was an Austrian psychoanalyst, known for his controversial theories on orgone energy and character analysis. A student of Freud, Reich’s work diverged significantly, focusing on the link between psychological health and sexual well-being. His ideas, especially on orgone energy, were considered unorthodox, leading to his imprisonment and the banning of his publications by the U.S. FDA. Despite this, his theories on character and the body’s expression of emotions influenced various therapeutic practices. Reich’s legacy remains complex, with some aspects of his work gaining recognition while others are dismissed as pseudoscience.