Clinical psychology: integrating science and practice

Clinical Psychology focuses on three central themes: the modern context in which clinical work is practiced; the basics of the psychotherapy process grounded in an integration of the science, theory, and practice; and a focus on gaining the tools needed to become an effective clinician. Filled with case examples, this comprehensive introduction to the field of clinical psychology encourages the development of a clinician as a life-long learner. INDICE: Part I. Introduction. 1. Introduction: The history, politics and social environment of clinical psychology. 2. The fields of clinical psychology: Professional culture and subspecialties. 3. Working with cultural diversity.4. Clinical research and outcome assessment. Part II. Basic Techniques for Clinicians Assessment Techniques. 5. Why people become clients: Understanding Psychopathology. 6. Introduction to assessment: The biopsychosocial systems model of human behavior. 7. A scientific approach to assessment and methods of gathering data. 8. The logistics of assessment and a closer look at the clinical interview. 9. Developing a case conceptualization. 10. Developing a treatment plan: therapeutic alliance and collaborative goals. 11. Therapeutic methods: building psychotherapy skills. 12. Understanding, facilitating and evaluating change. 13. Impediments to change. 14. Effective Termination. Part III. What Every Clinician Needs to Know. 15. Self care and ethics: applying the techniquesof positive psychology.

• ISBN: 978-0-471-41499-5
• Editorial: John Wiley & Sons
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 504
• Fecha Publicación: 13/02/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés