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How to Get the Most Out of Clinical Pastoral Education

A CPE Primer

by Gordon J. Hilsman, D.Min ...

This accessible primer sets out the core elements and methods of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), and shows how to use it most effectively to improve clinicians' capacity for spiritual care.The guide explains how to learn best from verbatim sessions, open agenda groups and writing projects. It shows how the primary learning modalities of CPE add competence to a spiritual caregiver's practice, ... Read more

$29.29 CAD

This accessible primer sets out the core elements and methods of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), and shows how to use it most effectively to improve clinicians' capacity for spiritual care.The guide explains how to learn best from verbatim sessions, open agenda groups and writing projects. It shows how the primary learning modalities of CPE add competence to a spiritual caregiver's practice,
... Read more
Gender in the Therapy Hour

Voices of Female Clinicians Working with Men

Edited by Holly Barlow Sweet ...

Series series The Routledge Series on Counseling and Psychotherapy with Boys and Men
There is no shortage of literature about working with men in counseling and psychotherapy, but almost none of it addresses the unique issues that a female clinician can face with a male client. These women do not have a basis for a complete understanding of the impact our society’s ideas about gender can have on a man, his masculinity, and his feelings toward talk therapy, in part because they are ... Read more

$78.71 CAD

There is no shortage of literature about working with men in counseling and psychotherapy, but almost none of it addresses the unique issues that a female clinician can face with a male client. These women do not have a basis for a complete understanding of the impact our society’s ideas about gender can have on a man, his masculinity, and his feelings toward talk therapy, in part because they are
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Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors

Overcoming Internal Self-Alienation

by Janina Fisher ...

Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors integrates a neurobiologically informed understanding of trauma, dissociation, and attachment with a practical approach to treatment, all communicated in straightforward language accessible to both client and therapist. Readers will be exposed to a model that emphasizes "resolution"—a transformation in the relationship to one’s self, replacing ... Read more

$74.63 CAD

Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors integrates a neurobiologically informed understanding of trauma, dissociation, and attachment with a practical approach to treatment, all communicated in straightforward language accessible to both client and therapist. Readers will be exposed to a model that emphasizes "resolution"—a transformation in the relationship to one’s self, replacing
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Designing and Managing Programs

An Effectiveness-Based Approach

by Peter M. Kettner, Robert M. Moroney, Lawrence L. Martin ...

This classic text for social work and human services helps readers grasp the meaning and significance of measuring performance and evaluating outcomes. Hands-on and practical, Designing and Managing Programs incorporates the principles of effectiveness-based planning as it addresses the steps of designing, implementing, and evaluating a human services program at the local agency level.Written by ... Read more

$108.79 CAD

This classic text for social work and human services helps readers grasp the meaning and significance of measuring performance and evaluating outcomes. Hands-on and practical, Designing and Managing Programs incorporates the principles of effectiveness-based planning as it addresses the steps of designing, implementing, and evaluating a human services program at the local agency level.Written by
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Narrative Therapy

Making Meaning, Making Lives

by Catrina Brown, Tod Augusta-Scott ...

"This volume is especially useful in demonstrating the effects of placing social discourses at the center of therapy. It gores many sacred cows of the larger modernist therapeutic community, but in doing so it offers new ideas for mental health professionals attempting to help their clients with common and serious life problems." —PSYCRITIQUES"This compilation is an insightful read for ... Read more

$87.19 CAD

"This volume is especially useful in demonstrating the effects of placing social discourses at the center of therapy. It gores many sacred cows of the larger modernist therapeutic community, but in doing so it offers new ideas for mental health professionals attempting to help their clients with common and serious life problems." —PSYCRITIQUES"This compilation is an insightful read for
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Group Art Therapy

Practice and Research

by Megan A. Robb ...

Group Art Therapy: Practice and Research is the first textbook of its kind, taking into account practice-based evidence and using a transtheoretical approach to present a range of art therapy group interventions.The book covers essential topics including leadership, art making, successful therapeutic factors, and the basic stages of developing and facilitating groups. Offering practical ... Read more

$78.71 CAD

Group Art Therapy: Practice and Research is the first textbook of its kind, taking into account practice-based evidence and using a transtheoretical approach to present a range of art therapy group interventions.The book covers essential topics including leadership, art making, successful therapeutic factors, and the basic stages of developing and facilitating groups. Offering practical
... Read more
Sibling Therapy

The Ghosts from Childhood that Haunt Your Clients' Love and Work

by Karen Gail Lewis ...

Siblings share a unique relationship: They have known each other longer than anyone else. No matter how close or distant siblings are today, they are part of each other. As adults, they actually are part of two sibling sets. The original siblings are the ones who grew up together and have changed and aged together. The second set is the creation of their childhood perceptions, feelings, hurts, and ... Read more

$32.39 CAD

Siblings share a unique relationship: They have known each other longer than anyone else. No matter how close or distant siblings are today, they are part of each other. As adults, they actually are part of two sibling sets. The original siblings are the ones who grew up together and have changed and aged together. The second set is the creation of their childhood perceptions, feelings, hurts, and
... Read more
Mindfulness-Based Relational Supervision

Mutual Learning and Transformation

by Fiona Adamson, Jane Brendgen ...

Mindfulness-Based Relational Supervision explores a relational and mindfulness-based approach to adult learning and development that is mutually transformational.The initial focus of the book is a case study that shows the evolution of a dialogical supervision relationship that was transformational for both parties. The authors present their reflections and analysis of key transformational moments ... Read more

$55.63 CAD

Mindfulness-Based Relational Supervision explores a relational and mindfulness-based approach to adult learning and development that is mutually transformational.The initial focus of the book is a case study that shows the evolution of a dialogical supervision relationship that was transformational for both parties. The authors present their reflections and analysis of key transformational moments
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Principles of Trauma Therapy

A Guide to Symptoms, Evaluation, and Treatment

by John N. Briere, Catherine Scott ...

John Briere and Catherine Scott′s Principles of Trauma Therapy, Third Edition is both comprehensive in scope and highly practical in application. This best selling text provides a creative synthesis of cognitive-behavioral, relational, affect regulation, mindfulness, and psychopharmacologic approaches to the "real world" treatment of acute and chronic posttraumatic states. Grounded in empirically ... Read more

$108.79 CAD

John Briere and Catherine Scott′s Principles of Trauma Therapy, Third Edition is both comprehensive in scope and highly practical in application. This best selling text provides a creative synthesis of cognitive-behavioral, relational, affect regulation, mindfulness, and psychopharmacologic approaches to the "real world" treatment of acute and chronic posttraumatic states. Grounded in empirically
... Read more
Principles of Counseling and Psychotherapy

Learning the Essential Domains and Nonlinear Thinking of Master Practitioners

by Paul R. Peluso ...

Principles of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 3rd edition, helps students in introductory counseling courses prepare for practice with real clients by learning to think in a new way, rather than simply learning and using a set of steps.Chapters are infused with real-world clinical case examples and opportunities for readers to apply the material to the cases being presented. New sections focused on ... Read more

$112.64 CAD

Principles of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 3rd edition, helps students in introductory counseling courses prepare for practice with real clients by learning to think in a new way, rather than simply learning and using a set of steps.Chapters are infused with real-world clinical case examples and opportunities for readers to apply the material to the cases being presented. New sections focused on
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Case Studies in Spiritual Care

Healthcare Chaplaincy Assessments, Interventions and Outcomes

by Paul Nash, Andrew Todd ...

Through a rich variety of case studies, this book provides insight into the patient's needs and the chaplain's perspective, as well as discussions of spiritual assessments and spiritual care interventions. Case studies such as a request to baptise a child complicated due to his admission for 'psychiatric reasons', as well as work with military veterans, such as a female transgender veteran who has ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

Through a rich variety of case studies, this book provides insight into the patient's needs and the chaplain's perspective, as well as discussions of spiritual assessments and spiritual care interventions. Case studies such as a request to baptise a child complicated due to his admission for 'psychiatric reasons', as well as work with military veterans, such as a female transgender veteran who has
... Read more
Play Therapy

The Art of the Relationship

by Garry L. Landreth ...

This is the latest edition of Garry Landreth’s comprehensive text on creating therapeutic relationships with children through play.This book details Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), an evidence-based model, which stresses the importance of understanding the child’s world. Professors who have taught a course based on the previous editions will be pleased to find the core message intact but ... Read more

$99.99 CAD

This is the latest edition of Garry Landreth’s comprehensive text on creating therapeutic relationships with children through play.This book details Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), an evidence-based model, which stresses the importance of understanding the child’s world. Professors who have taught a course based on the previous editions will be pleased to find the core message intact but
... Read more
Respect-Focused Therapy

Honoring Clients through the Therapeutic Relationship and Process

by Susanne Slay-Westbrook ...

Series series Explorations in Mental Health
Therapists have a unique opportunity and responsibility to provide a respectful environment for their clients, yet respect has not received adequate attention in the psychotherapy community and related research. Respect-Focused Therapy: Honoring Clients Through the Therapeutic Relationship and Process sets forth the formulation of respect-focused therapy (RFT), a new approach to psychotherapy that ... Read more

$70.56 CAD

Therapists have a unique opportunity and responsibility to provide a respectful environment for their clients, yet respect has not received adequate attention in the psychotherapy community and related research. Respect-Focused Therapy: Honoring Clients Through the Therapeutic Relationship and Process sets forth the formulation of respect-focused therapy (RFT), a new approach to psychotherapy that
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Improving Our Response to Older Adults with Substance Use, Mental Health and Gambling Problems

A Guide for Supervisors, Managers and Clinical Staff

by CAMH Healthy Aging Project ...

Part of the CAMH Healthy Aging Project, Improving Our Response provides the information, tools and guidance that service providers need to work more effectively with older adults who may have substance use, mental health or gambling problems.This comprehensive resource includes:an overview of alcohol use, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, tobacco use and other problems as they ... Read more

$17.59 CAD

Part of the CAMH Healthy Aging Project, Improving Our Response provides the information, tools and guidance that service providers need to work more effectively with older adults who may have substance use, mental health or gambling problems.This comprehensive resource includes:an overview of alcohol use, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, tobacco use and other problems as they
... Read more
Adventure Therapy

Theory, Research, and Practice

by Michael A. Gass, H.L. "Lee" Gillis, Keith C. Russell ...

This revised textdescribes the theory substantiating adventure therapy, demonstrates best practices in the field, and presents research validating the immediate and long-term effects of adventure therapy.A leading text in the field of adventure therapy, outdoor behavioral healthcare, and wilderness therapy, the book is written by three professionals who have been at the forefront of the field ... Read more

$90.92 CAD

This revised textdescribes the theory substantiating adventure therapy, demonstrates best practices in the field, and presents research validating the immediate and long-term effects of adventure therapy.A leading text in the field of adventure therapy, outdoor behavioral healthcare, and wilderness therapy, the book is written by three professionals who have been at the forefront of the field
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Challenges in Professional Supervision

Current Themes and Models for Practice

by Liz Beddoe, Allyson Davys ...

Challenges in Professional Supervision draws on the latest research and theory to explore issues, trends and developments in supervision work.The provision of excellent supervision is strongly linked to improved performance and staff retention. In this book, supervision is examined across a broad range of settings, addressing concerns common to a range of professions, including health, social work ... Read more

$54.29 CAD

Challenges in Professional Supervision draws on the latest research and theory to explore issues, trends and developments in supervision work.The provision of excellent supervision is strongly linked to improved performance and staff retention. In this book, supervision is examined across a broad range of settings, addressing concerns common to a range of professions, including health, social work
... Read more
How the Brain Influences Behavior

Management Strategies for Every Classroom

by David A. Sousa ...

"This is a timely topic with workable solutions that enables students to learn in today′s classrooms. A must-read for educators working with diverse populations."—Carolyn Chapman, Educational ConsultantCreative Learning Connection, Inc."This winning book presents clearly outlined brain research as it applies to proactively managing classroom discipline issues. A must-have for teachers who prefer ... Read more

$47.99 CAD

"This is a timely topic with workable solutions that enables students to learn in today′s classrooms. A must-read for educators working with diverse populations."—Carolyn Chapman, Educational ConsultantCreative Learning Connection, Inc."This winning book presents clearly outlined brain research as it applies to proactively managing classroom discipline issues. A must-have for teachers who prefer
... Read more
Woman Cancer Sex

by Anne Katz ...

Winner of the 2023 SSTAR Consumer Book Award!Woman Cancer Sex, Second Edition, is an accessible and comprehensive resource for women living with and surviving cancer as they navigate specific challenges related to sex and sexuality.Women who have survived cancer remain sexual beings despite the challenges of cancer treatment, and they often have nowhere to go with their questions and concerns. ... Read more

$46.13 CAD

Winner of the 2023 SSTAR Consumer Book Award!Woman Cancer Sex, Second Edition, is an accessible and comprehensive resource for women living with and surviving cancer as they navigate specific challenges related to sex and sexuality.Women who have survived cancer remain sexual beings despite the challenges of cancer treatment, and they often have nowhere to go with their questions and concerns.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

100 Key Points and Techniques

by Richard Bennett, Joseph E. Oliver ...

Series series 100 Key Points
This book offers a comprehensive overview of the central theoretical tenets of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), guidance on key practical applications of the approach, and reflection on the strategic issues inherent to the delivery of this psychological intervention.This thoroughly revised edition explains and demonstrates the range of acceptance, mindfulness, and behaviour change ... Read more

$39.35 CAD

This book offers a comprehensive overview of the central theoretical tenets of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), guidance on key practical applications of the approach, and reflection on the strategic issues inherent to the delivery of this psychological intervention.This thoroughly revised edition explains and demonstrates the range of acceptance, mindfulness, and behaviour change
... Read more
Keeping the Peace

Mindfulness and Public Service

by Thich Nhat Hanh ...

*Keeping the Peacespeaks to all of us who work in difficult, people-oriented jobs and shows us how to turn environments that are often filled with anger, stress, and frustration into islands of peace. Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh creates a revolutionary definition of public service that includes all of us. He challenges us to transform the way we think about our work and offers eleven key practices ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

*Keeping the Peacespeaks to all of us who work in difficult, people-oriented jobs and shows us how to turn environments that are often filled with anger, stress, and frustration into islands of peace. Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh creates a revolutionary definition of public service that includes all of us. He challenges us to transform the way we think about our work and offers eleven key practices
... Read more
A Midwinter Match

The funny, feel-good read from the author of The Country Escape

by Jane Lovering ...

'Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming' Jessica RedlandRuby Oldbridge needs to learn to take her own advice.A talented counsellor at work in York, she is however floundering in her own life. Her romantic track record is woeful, her finances are in a pickle, and she’s back in a house-share after splitting up with her useless ex.But one thing Ruby is brilliant at, is helping ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

'Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming' Jessica RedlandRuby Oldbridge needs to learn to take her own advice.A talented counsellor at work in York, she is however floundering in her own life. Her romantic track record is woeful, her finances are in a pickle, and she’s back in a house-share after splitting up with her useless ex.But one thing Ruby is brilliant at, is helping
... Read more
Magnificent Sex

Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers

by Peggy Kleinplatz, A. Ménard ...

Winner of the 2021 SSTAR Consumer Book Award!What makes sex magnificent? What are the qualities of extraordinary erotic intimacy and what are the elements that help to bring it about? Is great sex the stuff that people remember nostalgically from the "honeymoon" phase of their relationships, or can sex improve over time?Magnificent Sex is based on the largest, in-depth interview study ever ... Read more

$35.27 CAD

Winner of the 2021 SSTAR Consumer Book Award!What makes sex magnificent? What are the qualities of extraordinary erotic intimacy and what are the elements that help to bring it about? Is great sex the stuff that people remember nostalgically from the "honeymoon" phase of their relationships, or can sex improve over time?Magnificent Sex is based on the largest, in-depth interview study ever
... Read more
Garbage Bag Suitcase

A Memoir

by Shenandoah Chefalo ...

Garbage Bag Suitcase is the true story of Shenandoah Chefalo’s wholly dysfunctional journey through a childhood with neglectful, drug-and alcohol addicted parents. She endured numerous moves in the middle of the night with just minutes to pack, multiple changes in schools, hunger, cruelty, and loneliness. Finally at the age of 13, Shen had had enough.After being abandoned by her mother for months ... Read more

$8.13 CAD

Garbage Bag Suitcase is the true story of Shenandoah Chefalo’s wholly dysfunctional journey through a childhood with neglectful, drug-and alcohol addicted parents. She endured numerous moves in the middle of the night with just minutes to pack, multiple changes in schools, hunger, cruelty, and loneliness. Finally at the age of 13, Shen had had enough.After being abandoned by her mother for months
... Read more
Treating Concurrent Disorders

A Guide for Counsellors

by W.J. Wayne Skinner, MSW, RSW ...

Understanding how co-occurring substance use and mental health problems relate to and affect each other can be challenging — how do they interact, and how can you help?Treating Concurrent Disorders: A Guide for Counsellors gives you the information you need to offer effective, comprehensive care to this client population. Divided into three sections, covering assessment, practical applications, ... Read more

$27.19 CAD

Understanding how co-occurring substance use and mental health problems relate to and affect each other can be challenging — how do they interact, and how can you help?Treating Concurrent Disorders: A Guide for Counsellors gives you the information you need to offer effective, comprehensive care to this client population. Divided into three sections, covering assessment, practical applications,
... Read more

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