Psychodynamic Counselling with Children and Young People: An Introduction

Introducing key psychodynamic theory, concepts and techniques, this text examines the challenges and opportunities of counselling adolescents and children. The book explores a wide variety of settings and contexts, from schools to community projects and mental health services. It is an invaluable guide for counsellors and therapists at all levels.

Contents: Introduction Key Theoretical ideas in Psychodynamic Thinking Key Elements of Psychodynamic Technique 1 Key Elements of Psychodynamic Technique 2 The Developmental Perspective Learning: The Hardest Task of All Using Play and Art Behaviour Understanding and Working with Groups Consent and Clienthood Working with Difference Working in Different Settings Family Consultation Centres, Community Adolescent Services and Beyond Short-term and Time Limited Work Assessment Endings and Outcomes