Synopses & Reviews
Review
This introductory text provides information on 26 counseling andpsychotherapy modalities in plain language. Chapters are grouped in sections on psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral,humanistic-existential, integrative and eclectic, and constructivist approaches. Each counseling and psychotherapy method is described andevaluated within the same framework, with information on origins, theory and basic concepts, practice, clients helped by this modality,and a case study. There are also chapters on the therapeutic relationship, diversity, professional development, ethical issues,and research. The book includes case study and discussion questions in a clean, easy-to-read layout with many headings and checklists.Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
Synopsis
Are you interested in the field of counselling and psychotherapy or just starting out in your training? Trying to get to grips with the many different approaches and decide which are right for you? This book can help
An ideal introductory text that assumes no prior knowledge, leading authors in the field provide overviews of 26 counselling and psychotherapy approaches in accessible, jargon-free terms. Each approach is discussed using the same framework to enable easy comparison and evaluation, covering:
- Development of the Therapy
- Theory and Basic Concepts
- Practice
- Which Clients Benefit Most?
- Case study
Four further chapters offer an insight into
the therapeutic relationship,
working with diversity,
professional issues, and
research, while resources such as
suggested reading,
discussion issues,
appendices of further information and a comprehensive
glossary help you consolidate your learning.
So look no further if you want to know the differences between counselling and psychotherapy, compare psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories, discover how constructivist approaches can be applied in practice, learn about third wave CBT therapies, or just get an general overview of the field; this second edition of a bestseller gives you a whirlwind tour of the breadth, complexity, fascination and problems of the field of counselling and psychotherapy.