This theory-focused casebook provides the reader with an overview of multiple counseling theories and utilizes specific cases representing a variety of clients to demonstrate the integration of theory in clinical counseling and social work practice. Through the use of dynamic cases, the reader is shown how theory informs day-to-day practice. Each theoretical case study includes a section on cultural considerations and discussion questions:

• Object Relations Theory: The Case of Elyse
• Self Psychology Theory: The Case of Evan
• Person-Centered Therapy: The Case of Tommy
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy: The Case of Jim
• Relational Cultural Theory: The Case of Monica
• Systems Theory: The Case of Esperanza
• Experiential Therapy: The Case of Sam

Discovering Theory in Clinical Practice: A Casebook for Clinical Counseling and Social Work Practice is an essential text for instructors to teach the development of a theoretical foundation that easily integrates into core topics of relevance for graduate students in social work, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, and human behavior who intend to work with a diverse set of client populations. The book also will be a great asset to early-career practitioners and clinical supervision participants who are continuing to build a professional working template of skills in both theory and practice as they conceptualize patient problems and develop treatment plans.

Book Information
ISBN 9783030573096
Author Rhonda Peterson Dealey
Format Hardback
Page Count 230
Imprint Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Publisher Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Weight(grams) 541g