LaGuardia and Watts use a storytelling approach to explore the philosophical and conceptual underpinnings of the different counseling theories covered in the counseling theories course. By doing so, this textbook shows students how to choose a personal counseling theory without being overly focused on technique--something that often happens with students who are anxious about what to do with clients. By first focusing students on the conceptual foundation, the authors thenintroduce a framework for integrating the techniques and clinical interventions for each theory. Each theory chapter will cover the historical background, philosophical development in relation to other theories/historical trends, biographical information about prominent figures related to the theory, key philosophical constructs related to mental health and change, the strengths and weaknesses of each theory, diversity issues, and current research trends. The theories covered include Psychoanalytic, Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral, Reality, Adlerian, Existential, Person-Centered, Gestalt, Feminist, Solution-Focused, and Narrative. The book concludes with a chapter on creating your own personal theory. The emphasis on the philosophical elements of counseling theories is unique amongst counseling theories textbooks. By digging into the philosophy that informed the different counseling perspectives students gain an in-depth, holistic understanding of each counseling theory, how it relates to their own personal philosophical perspecitve, and how theory and techniques developed and can be incorporated into their own practice.

Discovering Counseling Theory: Finding Your Theoretical Orientation

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Watts, Richard E.

La Guardia, Amanda

Psychology & Counseling

wiley

Intervention & Strategies in Counseling and Psychotherapy

First published in 1999. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor &amp; Francis, an informa company.

Carlson, Jon

Mental Health

Taylor&Francis

Taylor and Francis

Adlerian Therapy: Theory and Practice introduces the reader to Alfred Adler's seminal approach to psychotherapy. Starting from the principle that human behavior is goal oriented and socially embedded, Adlerian therapy is a brief psychoeducational approach that emphasizes understanding individuals' characteristic ways of moving through life - the life style - before working toward change. The authors demonstrate the relevance of Adlerian therapy today by illustrating how Adler's ideas have influenced current practice and emphasizing the short-term nature of its interventions. In addition, the authors show how Adlerian therapy works in practice with individuals, couples, families, and groups, as well as in educational settings. This book is for practitioners of all orientations who want to ground their practices in a holistic theory that makes sense for today's world. Students will also benefit from learning about Adler's theory and flexible strategies.

Adlerian Therapy: Theory And Practice

Maniacci, Michael

Amer Psychological Assn

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