Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy

Lourie W Reichenberg

Victoria E Kress

Linda W. Seligman

Pearson Education US

A systematic, research-based approach to the diagnosis and treatment of the major mental disorders—updated to reflect the changes in the DSM-5 This thoroughly revised and updated edition of Linda Seligman's classic book, Selecting Effective Treatments combines the latest research on evidence-based practices with practical, how-to information on implementation. Filled with numerous illustrative case studies and helpful examples, this Fourth Edition features expanded coverage of:  Provides a bridge between the DSM-IV-TR and DSM-5 as mental health practitioners transition between the two Helps mental health practitioners explain their choice of treatment approach to their clients, to their supervisors and colleagues, and to MCOs Covers the changes in criteria in the DSM-5 Discusses trauma and its effect across the lifespan, suicide assessment and prevention, and new treatment approaches, including mindfulness Offers insights into childhood disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and attachment disorder Guides professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, borderline personality disorder, the schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and the bipolar disorders  With a new discussion of treatment strategies for dual diagnosis, Selecting Effective Treatments, Fourth Edition provides a pathway for treatment of mental disorders based on the most recent evidence-based research, while at the same time recognizing that the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders are part of a dynamic and evolving field that embraces individuality and personalization.

Selecting Effective Treatments

Linda Seligman

Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

The bestselling treatment guide, updated to reflect changes to the DSM-5 Selecting Effective Treatmentsprovides a comprehensive resource for clinicians seeking to understand the symptoms and dynamics of mental disorders, in order to provide a range of treatment options based on empirically effective approaches. This new fifth edition has been updated to align with the latest changes to the DSM-5, and covers the latest research to help you draw upon your own therapeutic preferences while constructing an evidence-based treatment plan. Organized for quick navigation, each disorder is detailed following the same format that covers a description, characteristics, assessment tools, effective treatment options, and prognosis, including the type of therapy that is likely to be most successful treating each specific disorder. Updated case studies, treatments, and references clarify the latest DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, and the concise, jargon-free style makes this resource valuable to practitioners, students, and lay people alike. Planning treatment can be the most complicated part of a clinician's job. Mental disorders can be complex, and keeping up with the latest findings and treatment options can itself be a full time job. Selecting Effective Treatments helps simplify and organize the treatment planning process by putting critical information and useful planning strategies at your fingertips <ul> <li>Get up to speed on the latest changes to the DSM-5</li> <li>Conduct evidence-based treatment suited to your therapeutic style</li> <li>Construct Client Maps to flesh out comprehensive treatment plans</li> <li>Utilize assessment methods that reflect the changes to the DSM-5 multiaxial system</li> </ul> Effective treatment begins with strategic planning, and it's important to match the intervention to your own strengths, preferences, and style as much as to the client's needs. Selecting Effective Treatments gives you the latest information and crucial background you need to provide the evidence-backed interventions your clients deserve.

Selecting Effective Treatments: A Comprehensive, Systematic Guide to Treating Mental Disorders

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