Individual Psychotherapy Books
Empathy: What it is and Why it Matters
Empathy is key to good relationships. In its absence, behaviour becomes puzzling, even dangerous. David Howe's fascinating new book examines what empathy is, why we have it and how it develops. He... (more)
The Journal of Psychological Therapies in Primary Care - Volume 1 Numbers 1-2
The Journal of Psychological Therapies in Primary Care aims to disseminate articles and new developments in the following broad areas:
- Counselling/psychotherapy and other models of clinical work,... (more)
Winter Blues: Everything You Need to Know to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder: Fourth Edition
In this enduring bestseller, Dr. Norman E. Rosenthal provides empowering information and guidance for the millions who suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Over 100,000 readers have learned... (more)
Unlocking the Emotional Brain: Eliminating Symptoms at Their Roots Using Memory Reconsolidation
Psychotherapy that regularly yields liberating, lasting change was, in the last century, a futuristic vision, but it has now become reality, thanks to a convergence of remarkable advances in clinical... (more)
Therapist Stories of Inspiration, Passion, and Renewal: What's Love Got To Do With It?
Why do you practice psychotherapy? In this exciting volume, some of the field's leading therapists tell true stories which evoke the pleasures, joys, and satisfactions that inspire passion for... (more)
The Cultural Context of Sexual Pleasure and Problems: Psychotherapy with Diverse Clients
Using rich case material and research presented by distinguished authorities in the fields of sex, couple, family, and psychotherapy, this edited book contributes to our efforts to help individuals... (more)
Introducing Counselling and Psychotherapy Research
Introducing the language of research in counselling and psychotherapy, this book will help students begin to identify as researchers and develop their research literacy and awareness. Worked examples... (more)
Counselling in Transcultural Settings: Priorities for a Restless World
Drawing on over 40 years experience, Patricia d'Ardenne provides the reader with a unique and practical introduction to counselling and psychotherapy in a world on the move, where ethnic, linguistic,... (more)
Solution-Focused Therapy: Third Edition
Struggling with the intricacies of Solution-Focused theory, skills or practice? Wanting to learn more about providing brief, practically-based solution-focused interventions across many therapeutic... (more)
Carl Rogers: Third Edition
As founder of the person-centred approach, Carl Rogers (1902-1987) is arguably the most influential psychologist and psychotherapist of the 20th century. This book provides unique insights into his... (more)
Person-centred Therapy and CBT: Siblings not Rivals
Why do I need to learn about CBT and/or the Person-centred Approach? What can these techniques contribute to my counselling training and practice? This book has some of the answers, showing... (more)
Personal Development in Counselling and Psychotherapy
There is an increased emphasis on self awareness and self care in counselling and psychotherapy training, with a focus on how the therapist as a person affects the therapeutic outcome. This timely... (more)
The Student Guide to Counselling and Psychotherapy Approaches
This pocket guide to modality approaches in counselling and psychotherapy is a one-stop-shop for trainees on introductory counselling courses. It describes 12 models of therapy, as well as... (more)
The LGBT Casebook
Even in today's more enlightened society, it takes courage for many lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals to "come out of the closet" and embrace their sexual orientation and... (more)
Circular Therapeutics: Giving Therapy a Healing Heart
Internationally-recognized as elder healers, psychotherapists and authors, Hillary and Bradford Keeney invite therapists to open their hearts and journey back in time to discover ancient and... (more)
Schema Therapy in Practice: An Introductory Guide to the Schema Mode Approach
Schema Therapy in Practice presents a comprehensive introduction to schema therapy for non-specialist practitioners wishing to incorporate it into their clinical practice.
* Focuses on the current... (more)
Counselling and Spiritual Accompaniment: Bridging Faith and Person-centred Therapy
Counselling and Spiritual Accompaniment presents the key spiritually-focused writings of Brian Thorne, one of the most influential thinkers on the convergence of spirituality with counselling, along... (more)
Mindful and Effective Employees: A Training Program for Maximizing Well-Being and Effectiveness Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Workplace stress is a major employment issue which, left unchecked, eats into profits, reduces efficiency and leads to good staff handing in their notice. The benefits of reducing it are innumerable... (more)
Emotion-Focused Therapy for Depression
Leslie S. Greenberg and Jeanne C. Watson, well-regarded scholars and leading figures in the field, provide a manual for the emotion-focused treatment (EFT) of depression. Their approach is supported... (more)
Preventing Boundary Violations in Clinical Practice
What do you do when you run into a patient in a public place? How do you respond when a patient suddenly hugs you at the end of a session? Do you accept a gift that a patient brings to make up for... (more)
The Cultural Context of Sexual Pleasure and Problems: Psychotherapy with Diverse Clients
Using rich case material and research presented by distinguished authorities in the fields of sex, couple, family, and psychotherapy, this edited book contributes to our efforts to help individuals... (more)
Motivational Interviewing in the Treatment of Anxiety
This wise and practical book provides effective strategies for helping therapy clients with anxiety resolve ambivalence and increase their intrinsic motivation for change. The author shows how to... (more)
Helping Beyond the 50 Minute Hour: Therapists Involved in Meaningful Social Action
Mental health professionals are held to a high standard of advocating for their clients and communities, and possess unique skills that can be used for good. Yet, many practitioners and academicians... (more)
The Therapist's Answer Book: Solutions to 101 Tricky Problems in Psychotherapy
Therapists inevitably feel more gratified in their work when their cases have better treatment outcomes. This book is designed to help them achieve that by providing practical solutions to problems... (more)
The Developing Practitioner: Growth and Stagnation of Therapists and Counselors
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the professional development of counselors and therapists over the career lifespan. Drawing on their own extensive experience as psychotherapists,... (more)
Handbook of Counseling and Psychotherapy in an International Context
Many factors in the world today, such as globalization and a rise in immigration, are increasing the need for mental health practitioners to acquire the ability to interact effectively with people of... (more)
Managing Depression, Growing Older: A Guide for Professionals and Carers
Even when he's grey around the muzzle, the black dog of depression can still deliver a ferocious bite. Depression can strike at any age, and it may appear for the first time as we get older, as a... (more)
The Self Under Siege: A Therapeutic Model for Differentiation
How much of our identity or 'self' is truly representative of our own wants, needs, and goals in life and how much does it reflect the desires and priorities of someone else? Are we following our own... (more)
Refocused Psychotherapy as the First Line Intervention in Behavioral Health
Written by father-daughter psychologists Nick and Janet Cummings, this text provides proven patient-responsive interventions by practitioners who together have nearly a century of hands-on practice... (more)
A Psychotherapy for the People: Toward a Progressive Psychoanalysis
Inspired by the progressive and humanistic origins of psychoanalysis, Lewis Aron and Karen Starr pursue Freud's call for a psychotherapy for the people. They present a cultural history that focuses... (more)