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Counseling Theories and Case Conceptualization - by Stephen V Flynn & Joshua J Castleberry (Paperback)
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- One of the aspects of this textbook that I most appreciate is that Dr. Flynn embraces action as a scholar by integrating the most relevant and impactful theoretical practices, tackling developing trends such as telebehavioral health, and challenging us, as readers, to apply complex theoretical constructs from an intersectional, culturally responsive, and social justice paradigm.
- Author(s): Stephen V Flynn & Joshua J Castleberry
- 458 Pages
- Psychology, Psychotherapy
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About the Book
"The first edition of Counseling Theories and Case Conceptualization: A Practice-Based Approach symbolizes a comprehensive theoretical journey emphasizing the legacies, philosophy, science, and practice of counseling. Understanding the complexities of contemporary and classic theories of counseling and case conceptualization, the multiple contextual levels of diversity, intersectionality, and identity that individuals embody, and the skills and interventions necessary to produce positive outcomes, is paramount to the success and rigor of the counseling profession. This textbook represents a deep exploration of counseling theory, case conceptualization, and multicultural, intersectional, and social justice factors along with the relevant areas related to theory congruent professional practice, assessment, intervention, and skill. Our profession's unique theoretical history, leaders, legacies, waves of philosophical and political change, and practice-based skills are thoroughly examined throughout this text. Counseling Theories and Case Conceptualization: A Practice-Based Approach provides clinicians with the information needed to fully understand how counseling theories make meaning of mental health issues, human development, client and counselor therapeutic roles, counseling skills, and assessments allowing them to provide high quality service to their future clients"--Book Synopsis
One of the aspects of this textbook that I most appreciate is that Dr. Flynn embraces action as a scholar by integrating the most relevant and impactful theoretical practices, tackling developing trends such as telebehavioral health, and challenging us, as readers, to apply complex theoretical constructs from an intersectional, culturally responsive, and social justice paradigm. This is not a reimagining of the traditional counseling theories textbooks from 10 years ago but rather an act of evolution and engagement captured in the immediate assertion of social justice-oriented theories.
Nicole R. Hill Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Professor, Counselor Education Shippensburg UniversityHelps future counselors apply key theoretical constructs to real-world scenarios through session transcripts and detailed case conceptualizations
For students enrolled in master's and advanced doctoral programs, this groundbreaking textbook blends theoretical insight and practical application. Woven throughout is a focus on the multiple levels of diversity, intersectionality, and identity that individuals embody and the skills and interventions necessary to produce positive outcomes. The book is distinguished by the inclusion of Voices from the Field, digital video interviews with 12 expert practitioners of leading theories. These practitioners, representing different contextual backgrounds and intersectional identities, share their perspectives and experiences on how to best use a particular theory to help marginalized communities who have experienced discrimination.
All theory-based chapters provide readers with case conceptualizations, session transcripts, and videos of Voices from the Field. Additionally, all chapters include learning objectives, chapter summaries, and student activities. Within each chapter, students will learn theory-aligned assessment instruments that resonate with clients' needs and acquire proficiency in an eclectic array of techniques derived from both classic and contemporary counseling theories. The book innovatively applies techniques and skills to pressing issues, such as racism, discrimination, and inequity, through adept application of theory to empower healing and transformation. Instructors will also have access to a full suite of ancillaries, including an Instructor Manual, Test Bank, and chapter PowerPoints. Purchase includes online access via most mobile devices or computers.
Key Features:
- Mapped to the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) 2016 and 2024 standards
- Examines nuances of 36 counseling theories, new and emerging counseling theories, and describes 24 theoretically congruent assessment instruments
- Includes 12 digitally recorded Voices from the Field interviews that showcase first-person accounts from diverse clinicians working with marginalized communities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ clientele, and other underrepresented populations
- Contains detailed information about the profession's unique theoretical history, leaders, legacies, waves of philosophical and political change, and practice-based skills
- Incorporates information needed to fully understand how counseling theories make meaning of mental health issues, human development, and client and counselor therapeutic roles
- Chapters include an examination of the findings of contemporary theory-based research
- Demonstrates the use of theoretical and atheoretical case conceptualization and skills using the same reoccurring case
- Provides session transcripts for each theoretical chapter demonstrating in-depth examples of theory-based skills