Becoming a solution detective a strengths-based guide to brief therapy / John Sharry, Brendan Madden, Melissa Darmody.
| Author/creator | Sharry, John |
| Other author | Madden, Brendan. |
| Other author | Darmody, Melissa. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | 2nd ed. |
| Publication Info | New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, |
| Description | xv, 164 p. ; 23 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "<EM>Becoming a Solution Detective</EM> is a practical, how-to guide for therapists, counselors, social workers, psychologists, nurses, and other professionals who are interested in making their practice solution-focused quickly and effectively. The authors, co-founders of the Brief Therapy Group in Dublin, Ireland, demystify the process of psychotherapy, making the concept of solution-based therapy accessible and relevant through case examples, practice exercises, and role-plays. The book's hands-on approach allows practitioners to adopt the authors' simple, self-teaching style and apply it to their work with clients.<BR><BR>It<EM> </EM>includes practical information on: <UL><LI>differences between the solution-based approach and traditional therapy <LI>establishing a successful therapeutic alliance with clients <LI>determining detailed, meaningful goals for the client <LI>mapping the clients journey to a solution <LI>possible ́dead ends in applying this type of therapy <LI>and much more!</LI></UL><EM>Becoming a Solution Detective</EM> is equally effective for newcomers to solution-focused therapy and professionals seeking to apply its principles to their own practices. As an academic textbook, the book is ideal for individual study in a variety of courses, including social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, education, and any other helping professions. <UL></UL>"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Abstract | "Becoming a Solution Detective is a practical, how-to guide for therapists, counselors, social workers, psychologists, nurses, and other professionals who are interested in making their practice solution-focused quickly and effectively. The authors, co-founders of the Brief Therapy Group in Dublin, Ireland, demystify the process of psychotherapy, making the concept of solution-based therapy accessible and relevant through case examples, practice exercises, and role-plays. The book's hands-on approach allows practitioners to adopt the authors' simple, self-teaching style and apply it to their work with clients"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 155-159) and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2011028346 |
| ISBN | 9780415896214 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 9780415896221 (paperback) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |