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.
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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.
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)
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 4th Edition. Has some light general reading/shelfwear - otherwise this is a clean, tight copy. Quick dispatch from the UK. Seller Inventory # 092365
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Drawing on their numerous years experience as counsellors, tutors, and writers, Jan Sutton and William Stewart introduce readers to the basic principles that underpin counselling practice. Written in a clear, concise and jargon-free style, and with its wealth of case studies, examples of skills in practice, and practical exercises, this new edition is an ideal text for those embarking on a counselling or psychotherapy course, trainee counsellors, counselling tutors to use in training, professionals working in the area of health care, management and education, and counsellors working in the voluntary sector. It provides insight into various counselling approaches; clarifies the nature of counselling and the role of the counsellor, and assists readers to develop a repertoire of key counselling skills and qualities, such as active listening, genuineness, unconditional positive regard, empathy, goal-setting, etc. The book also addresses the important issues of ongoing supervision to enhance counselling practice, and counsellor self-care to reduce the risk of burnout. 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 # GOR009356885
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