Learning To Counsel, 4th Edition: How to develop the skills, insight and knowledge to counsel others - Softcover

Sutton, Jan; Stewart, William

Softcover

ISBN 10: 147213849X ISBN 13: 9781472138491

Publisher: Robinson, 2017

Synopsis

First published in 1997, the 4th edition of this classic text on counselling has been thoroughly reworked and updated with new material added to reflect latest practice.

About this title

About the Author

William Stewart is the author of many books on counselling and had been distance learning tutor for the Institute of Counselling, Glasgow since 1992. Jan Sutton is an experienced counsellor, trainer, and author of several books covering self-harm, counselling skills, and stress management.

From the Back Cover

This book draws upon the authors' numerous years of experience as counsellors, tutors and writers, and introduces readers to the basic principles that underpin counselling practice. It is an ideal resource for those contemplating embarking on a counselling course, for qualified or trainee counsellors to refer to daily, or for professionals working in the areas of healthcare, management or education. Using an abundance of illustrative material, case studies and practical exercises, this book:

clarifies the nature and purpose of counselling and the role of counsellorassists readers in developing a repertoire of key counselling skills and qualities, such as active listening, unconditional positive regard, empathy and goal-settinginforms counsellors about self-care to reduce the risk of burnout
This new edition has been thoughtfully and thoroughly revised to provide fresh, up-to-date information that keeps pace with the rapidly advancing field of counselling and psychotherapy, and it is essential reading for anyone working within, entering or attracted to the profession.

Recommended by the Institute of Counselling, Glasgow (plus logo)

Edition details

• Publisher: Robinson
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 147213849X
• ISBN 13: 9781472138491
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 320