Child and Adolescent Therapy: Science and Art 2nd Edition
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A comprehensive exploration of therapy theory and practice, Child and Adolescent Therapy: Science and Art, Second Edition seamlessly integrates psychotherapy research and clinical wisdom. This guide serves as a thorough resource for evidence-based practices in child and adolescent therapy, encompassing major theoretical orientations and their associated techniques, with applications across major diagnostic categories. The updated edition introduces a new chapter on Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), incorporates recent neuroscience findings, provides instruction in Motivational Interviewing, and offers guidance on using therapeutic diagrams with young clients.
By elucidating the thought processes of expert therapists, the book demonstrates how the science and art of therapy can be fused to establish a robust foundation for treatment planning and clinical decision-making. The progression from fundamental concepts to advanced theory and technique is detailed, covering major approaches such as behavioral, cognitive, mindfulness-based, psychodynamic, constructivist, and family systems. The guide assists therapists in crafting effective treatment strategies while considering outcome research, cultural factors, and individual client characteristics. Furthermore, it establishes a connection between treatment planning and the diagnostic features of prevalent child and adolescent disorders.
Whether for students or seasoned clinicians seeking fresh ideas and techniques, Child and Adolescent Therapy: Science and Art, Second Edition provides a comprehensive and holistic examination of optimal practices for serving young therapy clients.
