AN IN–DEPTH EXPLORATION OF THE MAJOR COUNSELING THEORIES ORIGINS, CONTEMPORARY DEVELOPMENTS, AND APPLICATIONS TO PRACTICE
Fully revised and updated, Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice, Second Edition is complete with useful learning aids, instructions for ongoing assessment, and valuable case studies all designed to facilitate comprehension and lead to effective, ethical practice.
This new edition also provides access to the Video Resource Center (VRC), which includes 11 videos each featuring different therapeutic approaches with real therapists and clients. Additionally, the Second Edition features:
- New chapters on Family Systems Theory and Therapy as well as Gestalt Theory and Therapy
- Extended case examples in each of the twelve Theory chapters
- A treatment planning section that illustrates how specific theories can be used in problem formulation, specific interventions, and potential outcomes assessment
- Deeper and more continuous examination of gender and cultural issues
- An evidence–based status section in each Theory chapter focusing on what we know from the scientific research, with the goal of developing critical thinking skills
- A new section on Outcome Measures that provides ideas on how client outcomes can be tracked using practice–based evidence
Showcasing the latest research, theory, and evidence–based practice Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice is an engaging and illuminating text.
"John and Rita Sommers–Flanagan have done it again! In the revised Second Edition of their popular book, they have masterfully organized and written a compelling text that will appeal to students and faculty alike. The Second Edition is thoroughly pragmatic with careful attention to research and evidence–based literature. Much to the delight of readers, extensive case analyses that illustrate major theoretical concepts abound."
Sherry Cormier, PhD, Professor Emerita, West Virginia University, coauthor of Interviewing and Change Strategies for Helpers
"John and Rita Sommers–Flanagan have written an exceptionally practical text for students wishing to learn usable counseling principles. Their excellent scholarship is balanced by a superb treatment of counseling theory that includes a review of the strengths, limitations, and means for implementing the systems represented."
Robert Wubbolding, EdD, Professor Emeritus, Xavier University; Director, Center for Reality Therapy; author of Reality Therapy (Theories of Psychotherapy Series)
"This introductory text is written with extraordinary care and attention to detail. Not only is it one of the best resources I know of for in–depth coverage of classical therapeutic theory, it is also one of the best at illuminating cutting–edge developments, both in theory and application. Readers will greatly benefit from the clarity, comprehensiveness, and personal perceptiveness of this engaging introductory guide."
Kirk J. Schneider, PhD, Faculty, Saybrook University; Vice President, Existential–Humanistic Institute; coauthor of Existential–Humanistic Therapy and editor of Existential–Integrative Psychotherapy
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Table of Contents
Preface ix
About the Authors xvii
CHAPTER 1 Psychotherapy and Counseling Essentials: An Introduction 1
Background and Overview 1
Historical Context 3
Definitions of Counseling and Psychotherapy 6
What Is a Theory? 9
The Scientific Context of Counseling and Psychotherapy 10
Ethical Essentials 18
Emergence of Personal Theory 29
Our Biases 30
The Zeitgeist, the Ortgeist, and the Poltergeist 35
Concluding Comments 36
Chapter Summary 36
Introductory Key Terms 37
Recommended Readings and Resources 38
CHAPTER 2 Psychoanalytic Approaches 41
Biographical Information: Sigmund Freud 41
Historical Context 42
Psychoanalytic Theoretical Principles 44
Evolution and Development in Psychoanalytic Theory and Practice 49
The Practice of Psychoanalytic Therapy 58
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 66
Evidence–Based Status 70
Concluding Comments 72
Chapter Summary 74
Psychoanalytic Key Terms 75
Recommended Readings and Resources 76
CHAPTER 3 Individual Psychology and Adlerian Therapy 79
Biographical Information: Alfred Adler 80
Historical Context 80
Theoretical Principles 82
The Practice of Adlerian Therapy 93
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 109
Cultural and Gender Considerations 112
Evidence–Based Status 112
Concluding Comments 115
Chapter Summary 115
Individual Psychology Key Terms 116
Recommended Readings and Resources 117
CHAPTER 4 Existential Theory and Therapy 119
Key Figures and Historical Context 120
Theoretical Principles 125
The Practice of Existential Therapy 134
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 141
Cultural and Gender Considerations 145
Evidence–Based Status 146
Concluding Comments 148
Chapter Summary 148
Existential Key Terms 149
Recommended Readings and Resources 150
CHAPTER 5 Person–Centered Theory and Therapy 153
Biographical Information: Carl Rogers 154
Historical Context 154
Theoretical Principles 157
The Practice of PCT: AWay of Being With Clients 163
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 177
Cultural and Gender Considerations 181
Evidence–Based Status 182
Concluding Comments 185
Chapter Summary 185
Person–Centered Key Terms 186
Recommended Readings and Resources 187
CHAPTER 6 Gestalt Theory and Therapy 189
Biographical Information: Fritz Perls and Laura Posner Perls 190
Historical Context 191
Theoretical Principles 194
The Practice of Gestalt Therapy 200
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 215
Cultural and Gender Considerations 218
Evidence–Based Status 219
Concluding Comments 220
Chapter Summary 220
Gestalt Therapy Key Terms 221
Recommended Readings and Resources 222
CHAPTER 7 Behavioral Theory and Therapy 225
Key Figures and Historical Context 226
Theoretical Principles 229
The Practice of Behavior Therapy 233
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 251
Cultural and Gender Considerations 256
Evidence–Based Status 257
Concluding Comments 258
Chapter Summary 259
Behavior Therapy Key Terms 259
Recommended Readings and Resources 260
CHAPTER 8 Cognitive–Behavioral Theory and Therapy 263
Historical Context and Biographical Information 264
Theoretical Principles 270
The Practice of Cognitive–Behavioral Therapy 275
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 288
Cultural and Gender Considerations 293
Evidence–Based Status 294
Concluding Comments 296
Chapter Summary 296
Cognitive–Behavioral Therapy Key Terms 297
Recommended Readings and Resources 298
CHAPTER 9 Choice Theory and Reality Therapy 301
Biographical Information: William Glasser 301
Historical Context 302
Theoretical Principles 303
The Practice of Reality Therapy 313
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 321
Cultural and Gender Considerations 326
Evidence–Based Status 328
Concluding Comments 330
Chapter Summary 330
Choice Theory/Reality Therapy Key Terms 331
Recommended Readings and Resources 331
CHAPTER 10 Feminist Theory and Therapy 333
With Maryl J. Baldridge
Historical Context 334
Theoretical Principles 340
The Practice of Feminist Therapy 347
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 358
Cultural and Gender Considerations 362
Evidence–Based Status 363
Concluding Comments 363
Chapter Summary 364
Feminist Key Terms 365
Recommended Readings and Resources 366
CHAPTER 11 Constructive Theory and Therapy 369
Key Figures and Historical Context 370
Theoretical Principles 375
The Practice of Constructive Psychotherapies 379
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 394
Cultural and Gender Considerations 396
Evidence–Based Status 398
Concluding Comments 400
Chapter Summary 401
Constructive Therapy Key Terms 401
Recommended Readings and Resources 402
CHAPTER 12 Family Systems Theory and Therapy 405
By Kirsten W. Murray, John Sommers–Flanagan, and Rita Sommers–Flanagan
Historical Context and Highlights 406
Theoretical Developments and Principles 408
Family Systems Therapy in Practice 417
Contemporary Family Therapy Developments 428
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 431
Cultural and Gender Considerations 434
Evidence–Based Status 435
Concluding Comments 436
Chapter Summary 436
Family Systems Key Terms 437
Recommended Readings and Resources 438
CHAPTER 13 Developing Your Multicultural Orientation and Skills 441
A Multicultural Prelude 442
Historical and Contemporary Context 442
Theoretical Principles 446
The Practice of Multiculturally Sensitive Therapy 452
Case Analysis and Treatment Planning 463
Cultural and Gender Considerations 468
Evidence–Based Status 471
Concluding Comments 472
Chapter Summary 472
Multicultural Key Terms 473
Recommended Readings and Resources 474
CHAPTER 14 Integrative and Evidence–Based New Generation Therapies 475
One Theory or Many? 475
Psychotherapy Integration: Historical and Theoretical Trends 477
The Practice of Eclectic and New Generation Integrative Therapies 481
Concluding Comments 503
Chapter Summary 504
Integrative Key Terms 504
Recommended Readings and Resources 505
References 507
Photo Credits 549
Name Index 551
Subject Index 563
About the Video Resource Center 573
