Counselling psychology

Preface -- Background -- Introduction : what is counselling psychology? / Pamela E. James -- Principles of clinical practice -- Assessment and formulation in counselling psychology practice / Jane Simms -- Counselling psychology perspectives / Faye Volker -- Developing a therapeutic relationship / Lynne Jordan -- Applications of theory to practice -- Humanistic approaches: person-centred / Sophia Balamoutsou -- Existential-phenomenological approaches / Elena Manafi -- Cognitive-behavioural approach / Angela I Loulopoulou -- Psychodynamic approach / Stelios Gkouskos -- Personal and professional issues in counselling psychology -- Ethical and professional practice in counselling psychology / Lewis J. Blair -- The value of personal development in counselling psychology / Victoria Galbraith -- Evidence-based practice and practice-based evidence -- Scientist-practitioner and reflective-practitioner / Terry Hanley & India Amos -- Research in counselling psychology / Isabel Henton & Elaine Kasket -- Developments, training, roles and competencies -- Professional developments in counselling psychology / Helen Nicholas -- Professional training in counselling psychology / Nicola Hogan -- Working as a counselling psychologist / Ros Howard.

The first textbook to provide a complete overview of counselling psychology. Covers the underlying principles and philosophy of the profession, including definitions, the range of approaches available, from CBT to psychodynamic perspectives, the relationship between research and practice to key ethical and professional issues and the training journey. Supported by case studies and other learning features. Written by experts in the field.