45 Techniques Every Counselor Should Know

A user-friendly guide to essential counseling techniques and skills, 45 Techniques Every Counselor Should Know, is designed to prepare students to enter their field with sound ideas for applying theory-based techniques to their counseling. Coverage of each technique starts with the theoretical origins, provides a step-by-step guide to implementation, and culminates with opportunities for application. Transcriptions, case examples, multicultural implications, and outcomes-based research demonstrate real-life application of how the techniques can be used in counseling practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 28 January 2019
Publisher: Pearson Education (US)

A comprehensive and user-friendly guide to essential counseling techniques and skills, Concise yet thorough, 45 Techniques Every Counselor Should Know is meticulously crafted to equip students with a solid foundation for applying theory-based techniques to their counseling practice. Each technique is introduced with its theoretical origins, followed by a step-by-step guide to implementation, and concluded with practical application opportunities. Transcriptions, case examples, multicultural implications, and outcomes-based research vividly showcase real-life applications of these techniques in counseling practice. This indispensable resource offers hands-on assistance for working with clients from diverse backgrounds, fostering positive changes in their lives, and achieving their counseling goals.

The 3rd Edition of this invaluable resource introduces several exciting enhancements. It includes new case studies and application questions, as well as five new techniques detailed in dedicated chapters on Mindfulness Meditation (Ch. 17), Assigning Homework (Ch. 29), Narrative Theory (Ch. 43), Strengths-Based Counseling (Ch. 44), and Client Advocacy (Ch. 45). These additions further enrich the learning experience and equip students with the latest tools and approaches in the field.

Whether you are a novice counselor or a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your skills and expertise, Concise yet thorough, 45 Techniques Every Counselor Should Know is an essential resource that will empower you to deliver effective and compassionate care to your clients. By embracing these techniques, you will be well-equipped to make a meaningful impact on their lives and help them achieve their counseling goals.

Weight: 648g
Dimension: 188 x 232 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780134694894
Edition number: 3 ed