This unique, user-friendly text distills essential and up-to-date guidelines for students and practitioners of child and adolescent counseling. Featuring concise, step-by-step protocols supported by evidence-based practice, the book is organized in a logical sequence, from setting the stage for the counseling process to the essentials of active counseling. The second edition is distinguished by a more holistic approach to counseling that focuses on the client’s narrative, goal-setting as a partnership between counselor and client, and heightened sensitivity to all forms of diversity. This includes new content about LBTQIA clients and those suffering from trauma or substance abuse.The second edition focuses on strategies for fostering growth and self-inquiry and presents new information on teaching tools for stress tolerance, negotiating social conflict, and the importance of monitoring progress. Key concepts such as using developmentally appropriate language and activities are addressed, and as are critical issues such as collaborating with parents and other professionals, responding to crisis situations, and counselor self-awareness and self-care. Case examples of client/counselor dialogues along with summary and questions at the end of each chapter illustrate foundational concepts and facilitate critical thinking. An instructor manual is also included.New to the Second Edition:Promotes goal-setting as a partnership between counselor and clientFosters sensitivity to LBTQIA clients and other forms of diversityIncludes updated section on crisis intervention and effective referral skillsFocuses on strategies for facilitating client growth and self-inquiryDistills new tools for stress toleranceTeaches skills for negotiating social conflict and addressing technology useKey Features:Distills essential, practical skills for counseling children and adolescentsBased on a proven teaching formatIncludes the most current evidence-based interventionsOffers a holistic approach to counselingAdvocates a strong focus on the client narrative
✔ Author(s): Catherine P. Cook-Cottone PhD,Laura M. Anderson PhD,Linda S. Kane MEd LMHC
✔ Title: The Elements of Counseling Children and Adolescents
✔ Rating : 4.6 out of 5 base on (60 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 0826162134
✔ ISBN-13: 9780826162137
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about The Elements of Counseling Children and Adolescents by Catherine P. Cook-Cottone PhD
Kara Snyder
The depth of character development was astounding. I felt like I knew each person intimately, understanding their hopes, fears, and dreams. It made the story so much more meaningful.
Iris Watts
I'm already planning to reread this book. It's one of those stories that you can revisit again and again, discovering new layers of meaning each time.
Laura Hill
The themes of resilience and hope resonated deeply with me. This book taught me valuable life lessons that I'll carry with me for years to come.
