Synopses & Reviews
Contemporary Psychotherapies for a Diverse World is the first book of its kind to cover the standard counseling theories and integrate multiculturalism into every theory chapter. In addition, every theory chapter is authored by an expert with experience applying individual therapies to a diverse range of clients. Along with traditional theories, the text includes chapters on reality therapy, feminist therapy, and narrative therapy. The chapter on ethics includes multicultural and feminist perspectives. Student-friendly and engaging, Contemporary Psychotherapies provides case examples, end-of-chapter resources, and suggestions for taking learning beyond the classroom.
About the Author
Michael D. Spiegler (Ph.D., clinical psychology, Vanderbilt University, 1969) has been director of the Community Training Center at the Palo Alto VA Hospital, was on the faculty at the University of Texas, Austin, and currently is Professor of Psychology at Providence College.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Contemporary Psychotherapies for a Diverse World, by Jon Frew and Michael D. Spiegler 2. Ethics for a Diverse World, by Melba J. T. Vasquez 3. Psychoanalytic Therapy, by Neil Altman 4. Adlerian Therapy, by Jon D. Carlson and Matt Englar-Carlson 5. Existential Therapy, by Clemmont E. Vontress 6. Person-Centered Therapy, by David J. Cain 7. Gestalt Therapy, by Jon Frew 8. Behavior Therapy I: Traditional Behavior Therapy, by Michael D. Spiegler 9. Behavior Therapy II: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, by Michael D. Spiegler 10. Reality Therapy, by Robert E. Wubbolding 11. Feminist Therapy, by Pamela Remer 12. Family Therapy, by Sandra A. Rigazio-DiGilio and Teresa McDowell 13. Narrative Therapy, by Kathie Crocket Glossary References Index