DVD Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice : Skills, Strategies, and Techniques

GET TO KNOW THE ORIGINS, DEVELOPMENT, AND KEY FIGURES OF EACH MAJOR COUNSELING THEORYThis comprehensive text covers all the major theories in counseling and psychotherapy along with an emphasis on how to use these theoretical models in clinical practice. The authors cover the history, key figures, research base, multicultural implications, and practical applications of the following theoretical perspectives: Psychoanalytic, Individual/Adlerian, Existential, Gestalt, Person- Centered, Behavioral, Cognitive-Behavioral, Choice Theory/Reality Therapy, Feminist, Constructive, Family Systems, Multicultural, and Eclectic/Integrative. This text has case examples that bring each theory to life.The entire book has been updated with the latest research and techniques. Pedagogical features include learner objectives, "Putting It in Practice" boxes, questions for reflection, case examples and treatment planning, and chapter summaries. Every theory is examined from cultural, gender/sexual, and spiritual perspectives. The instructor supplement package includes a Respondus test bank, chapter outlines, supplemental lecture ideas, classroom activities, and PowerPoint slides. It also includes video demonstrations corresponding to every major theory and linked to each chapter's contents. In addition, a WPLS course will be available after publication.Expanded video elements closely tied to sections of the textNew visuals, including graphics, charts, and tables to facilitate student understanding of theories and how they relate to one anotherIncreased coverage of multicultural and ethical issues in every chapterCultural, gender, sexuality, and spiritual issues are integrated into every chapterThe Sommers-Flanagan's hands-on, practical approach emphasizes how students and practitioners can apply these theories in real-world practice. Students are empowered to develop theoretically-sound and evidence-based approaches to conducting counseling and psychotherapy.

this Is A Wonderful Text That Will Both Inform And Inspire. It Is Comprehensive, Well-written, And Alive With Both History And Emerging Developments In Counseling And Psychotherapy. I Recommend It Most Highly.

—michael J. Mahoney, Professor Of Psychology, University Of North Texas And Author Of Human Change Processes And Constructive Psychotherapy

the Quality And The Depth Of The Therapeutic Concepts And Strategies Covered In This Valuable Resource Are Outstanding.

'david J. Carter, Assistant Professor Of Counselor Education

university Of Nebraska At Omaha

counseling And Psychotherapy Theories In Context And Practice Provides An In-depth Understanding Of The Origins, Development, And Key Figures Of Each Major Theory And Strongly Emphasizes The Application Of These Theories In Real-world Practice. This Engaging And Illuminating Text Is Packed With Useful Learning Aids, Instructions For Ongoing Assessment, And Valuable Case Studies From The Authors? Own Experiences All Designed To Facilitate Comprehension And Lead To Effective, Ethical Practice.

dynamic Discussions Of Leading Theoretical Models And Associated Therapeutic Techniques Are Complemented By Numerous Student-friendly Features, Including:

• chapter Objectives
• self-assessment Exercises
• practitioner Commentaries
• ethical Practice Highlights
• multicultural Perspectives
• putting It In Practice Examples
• questions For Reflection And Student Review Assignments

counseling And Psychotherapy Theories In Context And Practice Is A Unique And Comprehensive Text For Students In Counselor Education, Psychology, And Social Work, As Well As A Captivating, Informative Resource For Professionals.

"This is a wonderful text that will both inform and inspire. It is comprehensive, well-written, and alive with both history and emerging developments in counseling and psychotherapy. I recommend it most highly."-Michael J. Mahoney, Professor of Psychology, University of North Texas and author of Human Change Processes and Constructive Psychotherapy"The quality and the depth of the therapeutic concepts and strategies covered in this valuable resource are outstanding."-David J. Carter, Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, University of Nebraska at OmahaCounseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice provides an in-depth understanding of the origins, development, and key figures of each major theory and strongly emphasizes the application of these theories in real-world practice. This engaging and illuminating text is packed with useful learning aids, instructions for ongoing assessment, and valuable case studies from the authors' own experiences - all designed to facilitate comprehension and lead to effective, ethical practice.Dynamic discussions of leading theoretical models and associated therapeutic techniques are complemented by numerous student-friendly features, including: Chapter objectives Self-assessment exercises Practitioner commentaries Ethical practice highlights Multicultural perspectives "Putting It in Practice" examples Questions for reflection and student review assignmentsCounseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice is a unique and comprehensive text for students in counselor education, psychology, and social work, as well as a captivating, informative resource for professionals. Learn the various counseling theories through authentic examples led by actual practitioners working with real clients This comprehensive two-DVD set promotes student learning by illustrating each of the counseling theories covered in the textbook Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice, Second Edition by John and Rita Sommers-Flanagan. However, the DVDs can be used in conjunction with this text or as a stand-alone teaching tool in any course covering psychotherapy theories and techniques. Unique in its presentation of real clinicians from a variety of work settings—including school and college counselors—working with actual clients, the DVDs: Feature practitioners and clients who represent ethnic, gender, age, and religious diversity Model how to develop a positive therapeutic relationship from any theoretical perspective Help students not only understand the differences between theories, but also the difference between theory and technique Offer commentary by the authors on how the counselor in the session made decisions from a theoretical perspective as well as why a particular counseling theory was appropriate for the client's situation Exploring Psychoanalytic, Adlerian, Existential, Person-Centered, Gestalt, Behavioral, Cognitive-Behavioral, Reality, Feminist, Solution-Focused, and Family Systems theories, these two DVDs shed light on these theories in real practice with clients. Contents 8 Preface 14 Contributors 20 Chapter 1 Introduction to Psychotherapy and Counseling Theory and Technique 26 Chapter 2 Psychoanalytic, Brief Analytic, Object Relations, and Interpersonal Approaches 58 Chapter 3 Individual Psychology: The Therapeutic Approach of Alfred Adler 99 Chapter 4 Jung and the Practice of Analytical Psychotherapy 136 Chapter 5 Existential Theory and Therapy 163 Chapter 6 Carl Rogers: Person-Centered Theory and Therapy 199 Chapter 7 Behavioral Theory and Therapy 239 Chapter 8 Cognitive Theory and Therapy 283 Chapter 9 Choice Theory and the New Reality Therapy 322 Chapter 10 Feminist Theory and Therapy 359 Chapter 11 Constructivist Theory and Therapy 388 Chapter 12 Multicultural and Non-Western Theories 426 Chapter 13 Integrative Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy 463 Author Index 536 Subject Index 546 About the Authors 554 "Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice provides an in-depth understanding of the origins, development, and key figures of each major theory and strongly emphasizes the application of these theories in real-world practice. This engaging and illuminating text is packed with useful learning aids, instructions for ongoing assessment, and valuable case studies from the authors' own experiences - all designed to facilitate comprehension and lead to effective, ethical practice." "Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice is a unique and comprehensive text for students in counselor education, psychology, and social work, as well as a captivating, informative resource for professionals."--Jacket Student-friendly and comprehensive, Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice, Second Edition provides an in-depth understanding of the origins, development, and key figures of each major theory and strongly emphasizes the application of these theories in real-world practice. Pedagogical features include opening chapter outlines, "Putting It In Practice" boxes, practitioner reflections, ethical highlights, case examples, as well as chapter summaries, chapter glossaries, and recommended readings and resources. The Second Edition includes a new section on treatment planning in each chapter and increased coverage of multicultural issues. "This is a wonderful text that will both inform and inspire. It is comprehensive, well-written, and alive with both history and emerging developments in counseling and psychotherapy. I recommend it most highly."--Michael J. Mahoney, Professor of Psychology, University of North Texas and author of Human Change Processes and Constructive Psychotherapy. "The quality and the depth of the therapeutic concepts and strategies covered in this valuable resource are outstanding.".-David J. Carter, Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, University of Nebraska at Omaha. Counseli