Items related to The Heroic Client: A Revolutionary Way to Improve Effectiven...

The Heroic Client: A Revolutionary Way to Improve Effectiveness Through Client–Directed, Outcome–Informed Therapy: Doing Client-directed, Outcome-informed Therapy - Hardcover

 
9780787947255: The Heroic Client: A Revolutionary Way to Improve Effectiveness Through Client–Directed, Outcome–Informed Therapy: Doing Client-directed, Outcome-informed Therapy

Synopsis

In this controversial book, psychologists Barry Duncan and Scott Miller, cofounders of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change, challenge the traditional focus on diagnosis, "silver bullet" techniques, and magic pills, exposing them as empirically bankrupt practices that only diminish the role of clients and hasten therapy′s extinction. Instead, they advocate for the long–ignored but most crucial factor in therapeutic success–the innate resources of the client. Based on extensive clinical research and case studies, The Heroic Client not only shows how to harness the client′s powers of regeneration to make therapy effective, but also how to enlist the client as a partner to make therapy accountable. The Heroic Client inspires therapists to boldly rewrite the drama of therapy, recast clients in their rightful role as heroes and heroines of the therapeutic stage, and legitimize their services to third–party payers without the compromises of the medical model.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

About the Author

BARRY L. DUNCAN is associate professor, School of Social and Systemic Studies, Nova Southeastern University, and the cofounder and codirector of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change. SCOTT D. MILLER is cofounder and codirector of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change, in Chicago, Illinois. Duncan and Miller, with Mark Hubble, are the coauthors of the bestselling Handbook of Solution–Focused Brief Therapy.

From the Back Cover

Psychotherapy has for too long relegated the client to a minor role in the drama of therapeutic healing. Moreover, in today′s system of managed care, the client is marginalized further as the field is increasingly medicalized and supervised by those interested only in the bottom line. The result: clients are depersonalized by diagnostic labels that have predetermined limits to care, leaving them with few options for meaningful individual treatment. And this system often forces therapists of all disciplines to forgo new or alternative treatments, leaving them enslaved to follow practices in which they no longer believe. It′s time for a radical change. In The Heroic Client, Barry Duncan and Scott Miller–cofounders of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change–outline the steps to revitalize psychotherapy by harnessing the client′s own powers of regeneration and enlisting the client′s own perceptions, and thereby making treatment more effective and accountable. This innovative approach advocates for the client′s voice in all aspects of therapy and shows how to tailor both relational stances and treatment approaches to each client′s personal goals. The authors present a simple, valid, and reliable way of legitimizing therapy to third–party payers using client feedback about the process and outcome of therapy. Based on extensive clinical research and field–tested experience, The Heroic Client will challenge therapists to rethink the process of therapy, recast clients in their rightful roles as heroes and heroines in their own therapy, and help therapists establish an approach beyond the limits of the medical model. Timely, highly readable, and thought–provoking, The Heroic Client will change the way therapists do therapy. [head] The book that will lead psychotherapy out of the Stone Age and into the age of The Heroic Client In this controversial book, psychologists Barry Duncan and Scott Miller, cofounders of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change, challenge the traditional focus on diagnosis, "silver bullet" techniques, and magic pills, exposing them as empirically bankrupt practices that only diminish the role of clients and hasten therapy′s extinction. Instead, they advocate for the long–ignored but most crucial factor in therapeutic success–the innate resources of the client. Based on extensive clinical research and case studies, The Heroic Client not only shows how to harness the client′s powers of regeneration to make therapy effective, but also how to enlist the client as a partner to make therapy accountable. The Heroic Client inspires therapists to boldly rewrite the drama of therapy, recast clients in their rightful role as heroes and heroines of the therapeutic stage, and legitimize their services to third–party payers without the compromises of the medical model. "The Heroic Client calls forth a therapeutic union between therapist compassion and accountability with client wisdom. This book inspires us to re–remember why we became therapists in the first place." Stephen Madigan, director of training, Toronto Narrative Therapy Project, and managing editor, www.planet–therapy.com "Warning: If you′re addicted to long letters of appreciation touting your clinical prowess, this book will be hazardous to your mental health. Duncan and Miller will show you how to harness your clients′ expertise and make therapy a more collaborative, outcome–oriented experience. But fasten your seatbelts, you′re in for a humbling ride!" Michele Weiner–Davis, author, Divorce Busting

From the Inside Flap

Psychotherapy has for too long relegated the client to a minor role in the drama of therapeutic healing. Moreover, in today′s system of managed care, the client is marginalized further as the field is increasingly medicalized and supervised by those interested only in the bottom line. The result: clients are depersonalized by diagnostic labels that have predetermined limits to care, leaving them with few options for meaningful individual treatment. And this system often forces therapists of all disciplines to forgo new or alternative treatments, leaving them enslaved to follow practices in which they no longer believe. It′s time for a radical change.In The Heroic Client, Barry Duncan and Scott Miller–cofounders of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change–outline the steps to revitalize psychotherapy by harnessing the client′s own powers of regeneration and enlisting the client′s own perceptions, and thereby making treatment more effective and accountable. This innovative approach advocates for the client′s voice in all aspects of therapy and shows how to tailor both relational stances and treatment approaches to each client′s personal goals. The authors present a simple, valid, and reliable way of legitimizing therapy to third–party payers using client feedback about the process and outcome of therapy.Based on extensive clinical research and field–tested experience, The Heroic Client will challenge therapists to rethink the process of therapy, recast clients in their rightful roles as heroes and heroines in their own therapy, and help therapists establish an approach beyond the limits of the medical model. Timely, highly readable, and thought–provoking, The Heroic Client will change the way therapists do therapy.[head]The book that will lead psychotherapy out of the Stone Age and into the age of The Heroic ClientIn this controversial book, psychologists Barry Duncan and Scott Miller, cofounders of the Institute for the St

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

  • PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons
  • Publication date2000
  • ISBN 10 0787947253
  • ISBN 13 9780787947255
  • BindingHardcover
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Number of pages320

Buy Used

Condition: Good
Most items will be dispatched the...
View this item

£ 2.20 shipping within United Kingdom

Destination, rates & speeds

Buy New

View this item

£ 33.20 shipping from U.S.A. to United Kingdom

Destination, rates & speeds

Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9780787972400: The Heroic Client: A Revolutionary Way to Improve Effectiveness Through Client-Directed, Outcome-Informed Therapy

Featured Edition

ISBN 10:  0787972401 ISBN 13:  9780787972400
Publisher: Jossey-Bass, 2004
Softcover

Search results for The Heroic Client: A Revolutionary Way to Improve Effectiven...

Seller Image

Barry Duncan
Published by John Wiley & Sons, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # wbs1706594910

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 8.82
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 2.20
Within United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Scott Miller
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR012259895

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 8.28
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 2.80
Within United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan; Scott Miller
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.23. Seller Inventory # G0787947253I4N01

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 11.98
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 8.26
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan; Scott Miller
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.23. Seller Inventory # G0787947253I2N00

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 11.98
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 8.26
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan; Scott Miller
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.23. Seller Inventory # G0787947253I4N10

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 11.98
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 8.26
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Condition: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00082634048

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 12.93
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 25.82
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover

Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars 5-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00070758047

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 16.64
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 25.82
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry L. Duncan; Scott D. Miller
Published by JosseyBass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
Used Hardcover First Edition

Seller: Tacoma Book Center, Tacoma, WA, U.S.A.

Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars 4-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: Dustjacket included. First Edition. ISBN 9780787947255. Hardback. First edition as stated on copyright page. TIGHT SOUND READING COPY ONLY DUE TO orange highlighting throughout; otherwise average wear. No Signature. Seller Inventory # 4222284

Contact seller

Buy Used

£ 9.12
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 51.64
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan, Scott Miller
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
New Hardcover

Seller: The Book Spot, Sioux Falls, MN, U.S.A.

Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars 4-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardcover. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # Abebooks244045

Contact seller

Buy New

£ 44.83
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 33.20
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Stock Image

Barry Duncan; Scott Miller
Published by Jossey-Bass, 2000
ISBN 10: 0787947253 ISBN 13: 9780787947255
New Hardcover

Seller: West Coast Bookseller, Moorpark, CA, U.S.A.

Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars 4-star rating, Learn more about seller ratings

Hardcover. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # BE552y

Contact seller

Buy New

£ 75.98
Convert currency
Shipping: £ 17.71
From U.S.A. to United Kingdom
Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

There are 4 more copies of this book

View all search results for this book