Clinical Handbook Of Couple Therapy

Author : Alan S. Gurman
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462513921
Total Pages : 754 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Handbook of Couple Therapy, Fifth Edition written by Alan S. Gurman and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2015-05-28 with total page 754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Regarded as the authoritative reference and text, this handbook presents the most effective, widely studied approaches to couple therapy. The distinguished coeditors bring together other leading experts, most of whom developed the approaches they describe. Adhering closely to a uniform structure to facilitate study and comparison, chapters cover the history, theoretical and empirical underpinnings, and techniques of each model. The volume also describes cutting-edge applications for particular relationship contexts (such as blended families, LGBT couples, and separated couples) and clinical problems (such as partner aggression, psychological disorders, and medical issues). New to This Edition *Chapters on interpersonal neurobiology and intercultural relationships. *Chapters on couple therapy for PTSD, functional analytic couple therapy, and the integrative problem-centered metaframeworks approach. *Many new authors.*Extensively revised with the latest theory and research. See also Clinical Casebook of Couple Therapy, edited by Alan S. Gurman, which presents in-depth illustrations of treatment.

Author : Alan S. Gurman
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1462509681
Total Pages : 466 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Casebook of Couple Therapy written by Alan S. Gurman and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2012-11-26 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal supplemental text, this instructive casebook presents in-depth illustrations of treatment based on the most important couple therapy models. An array of leading clinicians offer a window onto how they work with clients grappling with mild and more serious clinical concerns, including conflicts surrounding intimacy, sex, power, and communication; parenting issues; and mental illness. Featuring couples of varying ages, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations, the cases shed light on both what works and what doesn't work when treating intimate partners. Each candid case presentation includes engaging comments and discussion questions from the editor. See also Clinical Handbook of Couple Therapy, Fourth Edition, also edited by Alan S. Gurman, which provides an authoritative overview of theory and practice.

Author : Alan S. Gurman
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1606237640
Total Pages : 753 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Handbook of Couple Therapy, Fourth Edition written by Alan S. Gurman and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2008-06-24 with total page 753 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative handbook provides a definitive overview of the theory and practice of couple therapy. Noted contributors--many of whom developed the approaches they describe--combine clear conceptual exposition with thorough descriptions of therapeutic techniques. In addition to presenting major couple therapy models in step-by-step detail, the book describes effective applications for particular populations and problems. Chapters adhere closely to a uniform structure to facilitate study and comparison, enhancing the book's utility as a reference and text. See also Clinical Casebook of Couple Therapy, also edited by Alan S. Gurman, which presents in-depth illustrations of treatment.

Author : Jay L. Lebow
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118428862
Total Pages : 648 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Clinical Family Therapy written by Jay L. Lebow and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-07-05 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest theory, research, and practice information for family therapy The last twenty years have seen an explosion of new, innovative, and empirically supported therapeutic approaches for treating families. Mental health professionals working with families today apply a wide range of approaches to a variety of situations and clients using techniques based on their clinically and empirically proven effectiveness, their focus on specific individual and relational disorders, their applicability in various contexts, and their prominence in the field. In this accessible and comprehensive text, each chapter covers specific problems, the theoretical and practical elements of the treatment approach, recommended intervention strategies, special considerations, supporting research, and clinical examples. The contributors provide step-by-step guidelines for implementing the approaches described and discuss particular issues that arise in different couple, family, and cultural contexts. Handbook of Clinical Family Therapy covers treatment strategies for the most common problems encountered in family therapy, including: Domestic violence Adolescent defiance, anxiety, and depression Trauma-induced problems Stepfamily conflicts ADHD disruption Substance abuse in adults and adolescents Couple conflict and divorce Chronic illness A detailed reference for today's best treatment strategies, the Handbook of Clinical Family Therapy brings together the top practitioners and scholars to produce an innovative and user-friendly guide for clinicians and students alike.

Author : Joseph L. Wetchler
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136837418
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Clinical Issues in Couple Therapy written by Joseph L. Wetchler and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now updated in its second edition, Handbook of Clinical Issues in Couple Therapy provides a comprehensive overview of emerging issues that impact couple therapy. Unlike other guides that concentrate more on theoretical approaches, this invaluable resource contains the latest research and perspectives that every clinician needs when dealing with the challenging issues often found in practice. Carefully referenced, it explores a range of issues that include intimate partner violence, posttraumatic stress disorder and its effect on couple relationships, divorce therapy, remarriage and cohabitation issues, cultural issues, and couple therapist training. This insightful edited volume is suitable for a wide spectrum of readers, including couple and family therapists, counselors, psychologists, social workers, pastoral counselors, educators, and graduate students.

Author : Mike Robbins
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135451311
Total Pages : 520 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Family Therapy written by Mike Robbins and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-03-01 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new Handbook of Family Therapy is the culmination of a decade of achievements within the field of family and couples therapy, emerging from and celebrating the dynamic evolution of marriage and family theory, practice, and research. The editors have unified the efforts of the profession's major players in bringing the most up-to-date and innovative information to the forefront of both educational and practice settings. They review the major theoretical approaches and break new ground by identifying and describing the current era of evidence-based models and contemporary areas of application. The Handbook of Family Therapy is a comprehensive, progressive, and skillful presentation of the science and practice of family and couples therapy, and a valuable resource for practitioners and students alike.

Author : Michele Harway
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0471694401
Total Pages : 525 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Couples Therapy written by Michele Harway and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-01-21 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential guide to successful couples therapy at every stage ofthe lifecycle A variety of therapeutic interventions can help couples developthe tools for a successful relationship. Yet many practitionersbegin seeing couples without extensive training in couples work. Tofill this gap in their therapeutic repertoires, noted couplestherapist Michele Harway brings together other well-known expertsin marriage and family therapy to offer the Handbook of CouplesTherapy, a comprehensive guide to the study and practice of couplestherapy. The book's chapters provide a variety of perspectives alongdevelopmental, theoretical, and situational lines. Recognizing theneed for clinically proven, evidence-based approaches, chaptersprovide detailed coverage of the most effective treatment modes.Couples at different stages of the lifecycle feature prominently inthe text, as do relevant special issues and treatment approachesfor each stage. Subjects covered include: Premarital counseling from the PAIRS perspective (an extensivecurriculum of interventions for premarital couples) The first years of marital commitment Couples with young children Couples with adolescents Therapy with older couples Same sex couples A variety of theoretical approaches, includingCognitive-Behavioral, Object Relational, Narrative, Integrative,and Feminist and Contextual Special issues and situations, including serious illness,physical aggression, addiction, infidelity, and religious/spiritualcommitments or conflicts Providing a diverse set of treatment approaches suited to workingwith a wide range of adult populations, the Handbook of CouplesTherapy is an essential resource for mental healthprofessionals working with couples.

Author : Alan S. Gurman
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781593858216
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Handbook of Couple Therapy, Fourth Edition written by Alan S. Gurman and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2008-06-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative handbook provides a definitive overview of the theory and practice of couple therapy. Noted contributors--many of whom developed the approaches they describe--combine clear conceptual exposition with thorough descriptions of therapeutic techniques. In addition to presenting major couple therapy models in step-by-step detail, the book describes effective applications for particular populations and problems. Chapters adhere closely to a uniform structure to facilitate study and comparison, enhancing the book's utility as a reference and text. See also Clinical Casebook of Couple Therapy, also edited by Alan S. Gurman, which presents in-depth illustrations of treatment.

Author : Mudita Rastogi
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1412959594
Total Pages : 449 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Multicultural Couple Therapy written by Mudita Rastogi and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2008-12 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This a practical guide to multicultural counselling from a variety of perspectives.

Author : Douglas H. Sprenkle
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1606233254
Total Pages : 239 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Common Factors in Couple and Family Therapy written by Douglas H. Sprenkle and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2009-08-10 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Doug Sprenkle - Awarded the American Family Therapy Academy (AFTA) 2010 Award for Distinguished Contribution to Family Therapy Research and Practice! Grounded in theory, research, and extensive clinical experience, this pragmatic book addresses critical questions of how change occurs in couple and family therapy and how to help clients achieve better results. The authors show that regardless of a clinician's orientation or favored techniques, there are particular therapist attributes, relationship variables, and other factors that make therapy specifically, therapy with couples and families more or less effective. The book explains these common factors in depth and provides hands-on guidance for capitalizing on them in clinical practice and training. User-friendly features include numerous case examples and a reproducible common factors checklist.