Health Psychology in Clinical Practice

Health Psychology in Clinical Practice provides first-hand accounts from experienced Health Psychologists in the UK, explaining their work and importance. It is a valuable resource for trainees and practitioners, providing a guide to clinical health psychology and defining its role for the future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 18 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Health Psychology in Clinical Practice is a comprehensive collection of firsthand accounts from esteemed and experienced health psychologists in the United Kingdom. These professionals elucidate their roles, methodologies, and the profound impact of their work in the field. Over the past few years, health psychologists have emerged as pivotal figures in delivering high-quality, evidence-based clinical support to patients. By employing various therapeutic approaches, they have been able to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals facing various health challenges.

Trainees and aspiring clinical practitioners within the health psychology community are eager to delve deeper into this aspect of their profession. This book serves as a valuable resource, offering insights that are largely absent from the majority of literature on clinical practice in psychology, which is primarily authored by clinical psychologists. Unlike such literature, which often has limited relevance to health psychologists, this book provides a wealth of information that can be invaluable to those seeking to enhance their understanding and expertise in this field.

As a compilation, the first-hand accounts within Health Psychology in Clinical Practice provide a comprehensive guide that will shape the future of clinical health psychology for the next decade or more. This book is an indispensable resource, serving as a crucial snapshot of practice in the discipline in the United Kingdom. Moreover, it will greatly support trainees and individuals aspiring to pursue careers in health psychology, with a focus on practice rather than research or teaching.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 139 x 215 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367637316