5th edition. — American Counseling Association, 2011. — 409 p. — ISBN 978-1-55620-271-1.
This student-friendly and well designed introductory text provides a thorough overview of 14 widely used theories. Experts examine each theory from the perspective of its historical background, major constructs, goals, cross-cultural considerations, and limitations. Traditional and brief interventions integrate theory with specific counseling strategies, giving students further insight into the counseling process and guidance in developing their personal counseling style. A consistent case study across chapters reinforces the differences between theories and illustrates assessment of client concerns and treatment planning. Introductory chapters explore core dimensions and brief approaches to the helping relationship, and how to best deliver counseling and advocacy services to diverse client groups. A complimentary test manual and PowerPoints for instructors’ use are available by request on university letterhead.
Foundations for Individual Counselling and PsychotherapyHelping Relationships: From Core Dimensions to Brief Approaches
Diversity and Social Justice Issues in Counseling and Psychotherapy
Theories of Counselling and PsychotherapyPsychoanalytic Theory
Jungian Analytical Theory
Adlerian Theory
Existential Theory
Person-Centered Theory
Gestalt Theory
Cognitive–Behavioral Theories
Dialectical Behavior Theory
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Reality Therapy/Choice Theory
Family Theory
Feminist Theory
Transpersonal Theory
Integrative ApproachesIntegrative Approaches: Expressive Arts, Narrative, and Symbolism