Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell

Third Edition (Updated Edition)
Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell
May 2018 | 160 pages | Sage UK
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Description

Susan Howard explains in a clear, jargon-free style, the concepts at the heart of the psychodynamic approach, and, drawing on case material, describes the therapeutic practice which rests on those ideas. Assuming no previous knowledge of the subject, the book introduces:

  • the history of the approach
  • main key concepts
  • practical techniques used by practitioners

In the first chapter, you are introduced to a client, Layla, whose case you'll revisit throughout the book, helping you connect theory and practice. This edition also includes new material on working with diversity and difference, neuroscience and extended discussion on ethics.

Contents

Chapter 1: Beginnings

Chapter 1: Beginnings

Chapter 2: Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 2: Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 3: How Did We Get Here?

Chapter 3: How Did We Get Here?

Chapter 4: Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?

Chapter 4: Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?

Chapter 5: Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 5: Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 6: Psychodynamics and Neuroscience

Chapter 6: Psychodynamics and Neuroscience

Chapter 7: Beyond Theory and Practice

Chapter 7: Beyond Theory and Practice

Chapter 8: Evidencing Success

Chapter 8: Evidencing Success

Description

Susan Howard explains in a clear, jargon-free style, the concepts at the heart of the psychodynamic approach, and, drawing on case material, describes the therapeutic practice which rests on those ideas. Assuming no previous knowledge of the subject, the book introduces:

  • the history of the approach
  • main key concepts
  • practical techniques used by practitioners

In the first chapter, you are introduced to a client, Layla, whose case you'll revisit throughout the book, helping you connect theory and practice. This edition also includes new material on working with diversity and difference, neuroscience and extended discussion on ethics.

Contents

Chapter 1: Beginnings

Chapter 1: Beginnings

Chapter 2: Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 2: Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 3: How Did We Get Here?

Chapter 3: How Did We Get Here?

Chapter 4: Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?

Chapter 4: Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?

Chapter 5: Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 5: Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling

Chapter 6: Psychodynamics and Neuroscience

Chapter 6: Psychodynamics and Neuroscience

Chapter 7: Beyond Theory and Practice

Chapter 7: Beyond Theory and Practice

Chapter 8: Evidencing Success

Chapter 8: Evidencing Success

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Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell


May 2018 | 160 pages | Sage UK

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Susan Howard explains in a clear, jargon-free style, the concepts at the heart of the psychodynamic approach, and, drawing on case material, describes the therapeutic practice which rests on those ideas. Assuming no previous knowledge of the subject, the book introduces:

  • the history of the approach
  • main key concepts
  • practical techniques used by practitioners

In the first chapter, you are introduced to a client, Layla, whose case you'll revisit throughout the book, helping you connect theory and practice. This edition also includes new material on working with diversity and difference, neuroscience and extended discussion on ethics.


Table Of Contents:

  • Chapter 1: Beginnings
  • Chapter 2: Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling
  • Chapter 3: How Did We Get Here?
  • Chapter 4: Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?
  • Chapter 5: Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling
  • Chapter 6: Psychodynamics and Neuroscience
  • Chapter 7: Beyond Theory and Practice
  • Chapter 8: Evidencing Success

Recent Product Reviews:

This is an excellent book that demystifies the often complex and confusing theoretical concepts that underpin the psychodynamic approach. A significant strength of it chapter on neuroscience which neatly connects the psychological with the neurological, which has often been neglected in such texts.
Mr Clive Carswell, Counselling, British School of Osteopathy
Concise, well written introduction to the basics of psycho dynamic counselling.
Mr Paul Demetriou-Crane, Education, Havering College of Further and Higher Education
Students studying Psychodynamic Counselling will find this third edition absorbing, essential reading. The introduction of case material provides a thread throughout the text and the extra chapters exploring neuroscience and research are useful and vital inclusions. Social work colleagues and other professionals will appreciate the clear explanation of basic concepts.
Pam Firth, The Counselling Foundation

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