A Step-by-Step Guide to Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy: A Socially Responsible Approach to Clinical Practice

This book provides a step-by-step practical guide to Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy (SERT) for clinicians working with individuals, couples, and families. It integrates knowledge from multiple disciplines to explain how sociocultural systems influence client well-being and offers a clinical sequence for addressing clinical issues. Written by a founder of SERT, the book is accessible to mental health professionals and students and promotes equitable and socially responsible practice.

Format: Hardback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book provides a step-by-step practical guide to Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy (SERT) for practicing clinicians, catering to individuals, couples, and families. While most therapists acknowledge the impact of sociocultural systems on their clients' lives, few understand the intricate connections between broader societal factors, interpersonal neurobiology, relational processes, and client well-being. Written by the founder of SERT, Carmen Knudson-Martin, this book draws upon knowledge from various disciplines to innovatively weave together a practical and accessible guide that demystifies the relationships between micro and macro processes and relational/self-development.

The book is organized into four parts, each covering key aspects of SERT. Chapters delve into conceptualizing clinical issues through a socio-emotional lens, the therapist's role in assessment, goal-setting, clinical decision-making, the practical implementation of the three phases of the SERT clinical sequence, and self-of-the-therapist work and clinical research that inform the model. The clear writing style and detailed examples make complex social processes accessible, illustrating how good practice must be equitable and socially responsible.

This practical guide is a must-read for mental health professionals across various disciplines, including seasoned family therapists, counselors, psychologists, social workers, and students in training. By embracing the principles and techniques outlined in this book, practitioners can enhance their skills and effectiveness in addressing the complex social and emotional needs of their clients.

Weight: 860g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032218335