Theories of Psychotherapy & Counseling: Concepts and Cases : Theories of Psychotherapy & Counseling: Concepts and Cases
Theories of Psychotherapy & Counseling: Concepts and Cases : Theories of Psychotherapy & Counseling: Concepts and Cases
ISBN: 9781305087323
Publication Date: 22 March 2015
Comprehensive in scope yet succinct in its descriptions and explanations,Theories of Psychotherapy & Counseling: Concepts and Cases , 6th Edition equips students with a solid understanding of the systematic theories of psychotherapy and counseling. Proven author and professor Dr. Richard S. Sharf delivers a thorough explanation of concepts as well as insightful case summaries and therapist-client dialogues that illustrate techniques and treatment in practice.
He demonstrates how theories can be applied to individual therapy or counseling for common psychological disorders-such as depression and generalized anxiety disorders-as well as how to apply them to group therapy. For the major theories presented in the text, basic information about background, personality theory, and theory of psychotherapy provides a means for understanding the application of psychotherapy theory. Insight into the personal lives and philosophical influences of theorists helps explain how the theorists view human behavior. A final chapter compares and critiques each of the theories.
New to the Edition
- Chapter 17 is now "Comparison and Critique" and Chapter 16 is now "Integrative Therapies." Having the summarizing chapter at the end of the textbook allows students to learn and understand each theory before reading about its strengths and limitations. As the final chapter, Chapter 17 also provides a good review for the final exam.
- Chapter 2, "Psychoanalysis," and Chapter 3, "Jungian Analysis," have been revised and clarified to improve students' grasp and understanding of these difficult topics.
- New content includes a new case that illustrates person-centered play therapy...