An introduction to counselling /

McLeod, John, 1951-

An introduction to counselling / Introduction to counseling John McLeod. - Fourth edition. - xi, 786 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 674-757) and index.

An introduction to counselling -- The social and historical origins of counselling -- Theory in counselling: Using conceptual tools to facilitate understanding and guide action -- Themes and issues in the psychodynamic approach to counselling -- The cognitive-behavioural approach to counselling -- Theory and practice of the person-centred approach -- Working with family systems -- Constructivist, narrative and collaborative approaches: Counselling as conversation -- Transactional analysis: A comprehensive theoretical system -- Existential issues in counselling theory and practice -- Multicultural counselling -- New horizons in counselling: Feminist, philosophical, expressive and nature-based approaches -- Combining ideas and methods from different approaches: The challenge of therapeutic integration -- The counselling relationship -- The process of counselling -- Issues of power and diversity in counselling practice -- Virtues, values and ethics in counselling practice -- Different formats for the delivery of counselling services -- The role of research in counselling and psychotherapy -- Being and becoming a counsellor -- Critical issues in counselling.

"This bestseller provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of counselling and therapy. The book has been thoroughly updated with new references and examples and now has information on topics such as: Transactional analysis; The use of natural environment in counselling; The contribution of arts-based approaches; Integrating theory into practice ."--Publisher's website.

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