20 Best Books For Counseling Students (2023 Update)

In an emotionally revealing way john bradshaw shows us how toxic shame is the core problem in our compulsions, co-dependencies, addictions and the drive to super-achieve. the result is a breakdown in the family system and our inability to go forward with our lives. drawing from his 22 years of experience as a counselor, bradshaw offers us the techniques to heal this shame. using affirmations, visualizations, "inner voice" and "feeling" work plus guided meditations and other useful healing techniques, he releases the shame that binds us to the past. this important book breaks new ground in the core issues of societal and personal breakdown, offering techniques of recovery vital to all of us.

Foundations of counseling and psychotherapy provides an overview of the most prevalent theories of counseling within the context of a scientific model that is both practical and up-to-date. authors david sue and diane sue provide you with the best practice strategies for working effectively with your clients using an approach that recognizes and utilizes each client’s unique strengths, values, belief systems, and environment to effect positive change. numerous case studies, self-assessment, and critical thinking examples are included.

Instant new york times bestseller! now being developed as a television series with eva longoria and abc! *paperback includes an exclusive interview with the author and a reader's guide*"rarely have i read a book that challenged me to see myself in an entirely new light, and was at the same time laugh-out-loud funny and utterly absorbing." — katie couric"this is a daring, delightful, and transformative book." — arianna huffington, founder, huffington post, and founder & ceo, thrive global"wise, warm, smart, and funny. you must read this book." — susan cain, new york times best-selling author of quietfrom a new york times best-selling author, psychotherapist, and national advice columnist, a hilarious, thought-provoking, and surprising new book that takes us behind the scenes of a therapist's world–where her patients are looking for answers (and so is she) one day, lori gottlieb is a therapist who helps patients in her los angeles practice. the next, a crisis causes her world to come crashing down. enter wendell, the quirky but seasoned therapist in whose of-fice she suddenly lands. with his balding head, cardigan, and khakis, he seems to have come straight from therapist central casting. yet he will turn out to be anything but. as gottlieb explores the inner chambers of her patients' lives–a self-absorbed hollywood producer, a young newlywed diagnosed with a terminal illness, a senior citizen threatening to end her life on her birthday if nothing gets better, and a twenty-something who can't stop hooking up with the wrong guys–she finds that the questions they are struggling with are the very ones she is now bringing to wendell.

In any endeavor, dreams and goals not backed by concrete plans and preparations can result in failure. and marriage is no exception, claims h. on the other hand, thorough premarital counseling and preparation can result in lifelong marriages that are fulfilling and god honoring. that's where the church comes in. more and more churches are realizing that their responsibility lies not only in pronouncing men and women 'husband and wife,' but also in making sure the proper foundation is laid so that marriages have a better chance of standing strong under pressure. since its introduction in 1977 as premarital counseling, this book has been used by thousands of churches throughout the country as both a guide and reference tool. now dr. wright has added new material to cover some perplexing issues that have come into prominence only recently. among those special concerns are interracial marriages, second marriages, and marriages of persons from dysfunctional families. writing for both pastors and other premarital counselors, h. norman wright sets you at ease about the counseling process, even if you've had only limited counseling experience. as the author of the popular before you say i do and numerous other books on marriage, h. norman wright documents in the premarital counseling handbook methods hat have proved successful. these will help insure that the marriages performed in your church will resist the pressures that are destroying today's married couples.

Note: this is the bound book only and does not include access to the enhanced pearson e – text. to order the enhanced pearson e – text packaged with the bound book, use isbn 0133388735. to order this title packaged with mycounselinglab without pearson e – text, use isbn 0134391055. theories of counseling and psychotherapy: systems, strategies, and skills offers an innovative look at emerging and well-established counseling theories. organizing theories into four broad themes (background, emotions, thoughts, and actions), authors underscore key similarities and differences in each approach. moving beyond a traditional theories book, chapters include skill development sections that connect counseling theories with clinical practice. fully revised, this edition brings a stronger multicultural focus, includes over 400 new research references, and offers new activities to sharpen clinical understanding. the enhanced pearson e – text features embedded video. improve mastery and retention with the enhanced pearson e – text*the enhanced pearson e – text provides a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content. the enhanced pearson e – text is: engaging. the new interactive, multimedia learning features were developed by the authors and other subject-matter experts to deepen and enrich the learning experience. convenient. enjoy instant online access from your computer or download the pearson e – text app to read on or offline on your i – pad and android tablet. * affordable. the enhanced pearson e – text may be purchased stand-alone or with a loose-leaf version of the text for 40-65% less than a print bound book. *the enhanced e – text features are only available in the pearson e – text format. they are not available in third-party e – texts or downloads. *the pearson e – text app is available on google play and in the app store. it requires android os 3.1-4, a 7" or 10" tablet, or i – pad i – os 5.0 or later.

For use in substance abuse counseling and drugs and behavior courses or for practicing counselors and clinicians as an on-the-job resource. a step-by-step guide through the process of working with substance-abuse and/or behavioral addiction clients. recognized for its clear, practical approach, substance use counseling offers prospective and practicing clinicians and counselors a sound base of knowledge about alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (atod), and practical help for working with individuals and families who seek assistance for substance abuse and/or behavioral addiction. while the chapters build on each other as they take readers through the counseling process, each chapter can also be used as a stand-alone resource. illustrative case studies with critical-thinking questions give readers opportunities to examine and discuss a wide variety of cases. this popular guide also features individual chapters on special populations to delve further into the topic of substance abuse and address ways to measure the problem. to keep readers up to date with the most current practices and trends shaping the field, the sixth edition reflects the changes in the dsm-5 related to the criteria for assessment and diagnosis of substance use disorders (including a new chapter on behavioral addictions and extensively updated terminology); the changing face of substance use; new effective treatment assessments, methods, and settings; and new chapter cases. also available with mylab counseling this title is also available with mylab counseling- an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with the text to engage students and improve results. within its structured environment, students see key concepts demonstrated through authentic video footage, practice what they learn, test their understanding, and receive feedback to guide their learning and ensure they master key learning outcomes.

Practical with a wealth of examples, this text shows readers to how to be effective counselors in each aspect of the counseling process. the professional counselor is organized, first and foremost, around the process of counseling-from the first session through termination. individual chapters look at assessment, at goal setting, at treatment planning, and, finally, at termination. one of the key features that sets this text apart from a standard counseling process text is that it also examines and presents interventions from theoretical perspectives such as affective interventions, cognitive interventions, behavioral interventions, and systemic interventions (chapters 8-11). as a result, interventions are presented not just as techniques, but they are rooted in theory and foundational theraputic perspectives. from reviews of the text: "[a] very clearly written text that the first-semester master of counseling students can easily grasp . . . . [c]hapters are structured in a manner that provides concreteness and continuity within the content. therefore, it is easy to follow and understand for entry-level students. the written language of the book is very clear. the content is supported by good examples that help with the comprehension . . . . [t]he interventions (affective, cognitive, behavioral, and systemic) chapters are very well described." –gulsah kemer, university of arizona state university "[key strengths are: ] the authors include the multicultural perspectives in many chapters. the structure and organization for each chapter are well planned. [and] the writing style is easy to understand for the readers." –yu-fen lin, university of north texas dallas "[p]rovides the beginning counselor the opportunity for a comprehensive overview of the process of counseling while further delivering specific interventions and approaches (i.e. fundamental counseling skills) . . . . the key strengths of this text are the concise explanations of counseling concepts with practical clinical applications . . . . [m]any of my students comment on how helpful the text is in understanding the concepts of counseling . . . . this text is superior to others that i have used in that it explains practical applications of interventions and how to deliver those to the client." –oscar sida, university of nevada las vegas also available with mycounselinglab this title is also available with mycounselinglab–an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with the text to engage students and improve results. within its structured environment, students see key concepts demonstrated through video clips, practice what they learn, test their understanding, and receive feedback to guide their learning and ensure they master key learning outcomes.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.

An indispensable resource for those who may or may not have any psychological or psychiatric training but whose everyday work calls upon them to help stressed and troubled persons. this fourth edition revises the content to meet the current understanding of mental disorders and of the common problems counselors face on a daily basis. +

The definitive guide for prospective graduate students in clinical and counseling psychology has now been revised and updated for 2022/2023, with all-new data on more than 300 doctoral programs. this is the book that students rely on for finding the programs that meet their needs and maximizing their chances of getting in. profiles encapsulate each program's specializations or tracks, admission requirements, acceptance rates, financial aid, research areas, and clinical opportunities. a detailed time line and multiple worksheets help students decide where to apply, build their credentials, develop strong applications, and make an informed final decision. in addition to the latest program data, the 2022/2023 edition includes a new chapter on deciding between a doctoral or master's degree, shares insights on how covid-19 is altering the admissions process, and addresses other timely topics.

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A user-friendly guide to essential counseling techniques and skills concise, yet thorough, 45 techniques every counselor should know is designed to prepare students to enter their field with sound ideas for applying theory-based techniques to their counseling. coverage of each technique starts with the presentation of the theoretical origins, then provides a step-by-step guide to implementation, and culminates with opportunities for application. transcriptions, case examples, multicultural implications, and outcomes-based research demonstrate real-life application of how the techniques can be used in counseling practice. this indispensable resource provides hands-on help for working with clients from all backgrounds to create positive changes in their lives and meet their counseling goals. the 3rd edition features new case studies and application questions and five new techniques detailed in new chapters on mindfulness meditation (ch. 17); assigning homework (ch. 29); narrative theory (ch. 43); strengths-based counseling (ch. 44); and client advocacy (ch.

Resilience-centered counseling: a liberating approach for change and wellbeing provides readers with a therapeutic approach that is resilience-focused, strength-centered, and grounded in the cutting-edge principles of postmodernism, humanism, cybernetics, and neurobiology. the text recognizes that people are far more than the challenges they face and that counseling is a collaborative invitation to better oneself. the book reimagines how clinicians can work efficiently and pragmatically in assisting others while also becoming the heroes of their own lives. with an emphasis on evidence-informed practice, each chapter seeks to engage the reader in a new way of understanding the clinical encounter. individual chapters explore the counselor as healer, interdependency, trauma, feminism, resilient counseling relationships, wonderment, building resilient communities, and more. resilience-centered counseling helps those in the helping professions form authentic counseling relationships and join their clientele in seeking liberation from the weight of depression, anxiety, trauma, and fear. the book is an exemplary guide for courses in counseling theories, interventions, and psychotherapy at the master's and doctoral level.

For students preparing for a career in school counseling, as well as for professionals seeking information about the nature of school counseling services for courses in school counseling this book provides information about the school counseling profession and the leadership role professional counselors have in schools. widely popular in its previous editions, this book continues to provide information about the school counseling profession; define the leadership role professional counselors have in schools; and advocate for the development of comprehensive programs of services that identify the role of counselors in schools while assisting all students in academic, career, and social/personal development. in it the author traces the development of school counseling, presents contemporary roles and functions for school counselors, and explores future possibilities for the profession. the book is based on the philosophy that the most efficient and effective way to provide counseling in schools is through comprehensive programs of services designed to meet the needs of students, parents, and teachers during the elementary, middle, and high school years. it illustrates the common goals and various functions found in the practice of school counseling at the three levels of education, as well as aspects that influence the role of counselors in schools.

Developed for helping professionals, counseling theory and practice explains what it means to be an effective helper, discusses foundations of classic counseling and psychotherapy theories, provides an overview of emerging theories, and gives students the opportunity to develop their own approaches to counseling and psychotherapy practice. the book is organized into four primary sections, each addressing theoretical schools. section 1 explores psychodynamic approaches, including psychoanalysis, jungian therapy, and adlerian therapy. section 2 is devoted to existential-humanistic approaches such as existential therapy, gestalt therapy, and person-centered counseling, while section 3 discusses cognitive-behavioral approaches, including behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, rational-emotive behavior therapy, and reality therapy. section 4 describes post-modern therapies and examines the relatively new approaches of narrative therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and relational cultural therapy, a form of feminist therapy. the final chapter explores a number of more recent and emerging theories. informative and engaging, counseling theory and practice is well-suited to courses for both pre-service professionals and those already in the field.dr. edward neukrug is a professor of counseling and human services at old dominion university. a licensed professional counselor and licensed psychologist, he has experience in outpatient therapy, crisis counseling, substance abuse counseling, couples and family counseling, private practice, and as a school counselor. dr. neukrug is a nationally known author, presenter, and researcher. he is the author of eleven books: the dictionary of counseling and human services; skills and techniques for human service professionals; counseling theory and practice (2nd ed.) ; the world of the counselor (5th ed.) ; experiencing the world of the counselor: a workbook for counselor educators and students (4th ed.) ; theory, practice and trends in human services: an introduction to an emerging profession (6th ed.) ; essentials of testing and assessment for counselors, social workers, and psychologists (3rd ed.) ; a brief orientation to counseling: professional identity, history, and standards (2nd ed.) ; skills and tools for today's counselors and psychotherapists; counseling and helping skills: critical techniques for becoming a counselor; and sage encyclopedia of theory in counseling and psychotherapy (editor).

The seventh edition of this work uses examples and step-by-step outlines of how to begin developing basic counselling skills. important personal issues of being a helper are raised for the reader to consider as they enter professional roles.

"for anyone in a caring, facilitative or managing role, counselling skills provides a uniquely comprehensive, accessible and practical guide to interpersonal helping. it introduces a way of working that is both focused and personalised: tailored to an individual client's specific goals and preferences. the book will be invaluable to anyone who wants to help others deal with their problems." mick cooper, university of strathclyde, uk "not everyone possesses the skills required to ensure that professional communication is compassionate and supportive, but the skills can be learned and this book on counselling skills provides just the resource needed. its authors have the experience as practitioners and teachers to imbue the text with wisdom derived from life, academia and counselling. the book is carefully crafted and beautifully written; it includes exercises and examples that enhance learning; it is comprehensive and completely relevant for anyone who seeks to use counselling skills competently in their work." professor sue wheeler, university of leicester, uk "the book offers a sound and accessible introduction for anyone considering formal counselling skills training … as a bereavement counsellor i will gladly keep a place for this book on my bookshelf, as it offers a useful refresher in basic skills. i would certainly recommend it to colleagues within pastoral caring roles and other caring professions." sally smith, counselling psychology student at the university of wolverhampton, uk this bestselling book is designed to help counselling trainees acquire and develop the skills and techniques needed to have therapeutic impact with their clients. it also provides those in the helping professions with an easy-to-follow model of 'embedded counselling' that provides tools and strategies for offering counselling relationships within a diversity of work settings. the new edition is thoroughly revised and features nine new chapters, addressing such topics as: an a-z of practical counselling skills, dealing with difficult relationships, issues caused by cultural diversity or life transitions, and issues in loss and bereavement. the book also covers: key counselling skills such as caring, listening, questioning and reframing, reflection, attunement to a client, challenging and giving advice building a counselling relationship developing understanding of clients' issues resolving difficult feelings and emotions ethical principles of counselling practice working together to change behaviour counselling skills, 2nd edition is packed with exercises and information on recent studies, to help readers relate theory to their own practice. written in an accessible, engaging style, with numerous case examples, this book is suitable for students taking courses or modules in counselling skills, counsellors in training, and any professionals who may provide counselling support within their roles, including teachers, doctors, community workers, social workers and nurses.

This book introduces readers to everything they need to know about counselling and psychotherapy theory, skills and practice. drawing on years of experience as a counselling practitioner and educator, andrew reeves links theory to the development of appropriate skills and locates it within the context of therapeutic practice. features including chapter summaries, discussion questions, prompts for reflection, case examples and further reading help students to apply what they've learnt and give them the confidence to progress into practice. the book covers: key theoretical approaches personal development counselling skills professional settings law, policy, values and ethics working with difference and diversity client and present issues, and more learning is also supported by a wealth of online resources such as case studies and videos that show what theory looks like in practice, as well as journal articles to help extend knowledge. this is the essential text for any trainee practitioner, or for anyone needing an introduction to the foundations of counselling theory and practice.

David martin's more than three decades as an educator and counselor greatly enrich the latest edition of this practical guide for beginning and experienced counselors. he unravels the complexities of the therapeutic process without condescension or intimidation, teaching helping professionals how to invest themselves to make clients feel deeply known and accepted. as in previous editions, martin describes and encourages the use of evocative empathy an active process in which therapists listen to their clients intended message so they feel understood and gain the ability to be their own problem solver. classic and contemporary research findings reinforce discussions of the skills and applications involved in becoming a competent therapist. coverage of different therapy approaches, relationship building, the mind-body connection, ways that therapy can cause damage, the therapeutic alliance, mindfulness, cross-cultural counseling, and the need for therapists to take care of themselves is either new or thoroughly revised and updated. a completely new feature is a brief narrative, written by a client, relating her experiences during counseling. full of innovative techniques and approaches to generate insight and achieve positive therapeutic outcomes, counseling and therapy skills, 3/e guides counselors toward being intuitive, experiential, and full of presence as they build relationships with their clients. the third edition is accompanied by observing therapy–a five-hour-long dvd comprised of a brief introduction and videotaped excerpts of the author conducting actual therapy sessions with three clients. this provocative learning tool demonstrates evocative empathy and can be used by viewers to practice their own responses to clients.

David martin's more than three decades as an educator and counselor greatly enrich the latest edition of this practical guide for beginning and experienced counselors. he unravels the complexities of the therapeutic process without condescension or intimidation, teaching helping professionals how to invest themselves to make clients feel deeply known and accepted. as in previous editions, martin describes and encourages the use of evocative empathy an active process in which therapists listen to their clients intended message so they feel understood and gain the ability to be their own problem solver. classic and contemporary research findings reinforce discussions of the skills and applications involved in becoming a competent therapist. coverage of different therapy approaches, relationship building, the mind-body connection, ways that therapy can cause damage, the therapeutic alliance, mindfulness, cross-cultural counseling, and the need for therapists to take care of themselves is either new or thoroughly revised and updated. a completely new feature is a brief narrative, written by a client, relating her experiences during counseling. full of innovative techniques and approaches to generate insight and achieve positive therapeutic outcomes, counseling and therapy skills, 3/e guides counselors toward being intuitive, experiential, and full of presence as they build relationships with their clients. the third edition is accompanied by observing therapy–a five-hour-long dvd comprised of a brief introduction and videotaped excerpts of the author conducting actual therapy sessions with three clients. this provocative learning tool demonstrates evocative empathy and can be used by viewers to practice their own responses to clients.