Core Competencies in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Core Competencies in Counseling and Psychotherapy addresses the core competencies common to the effective practice of all psychotherapeutic approaches and includes specific intervention competencies of the three major orientations. The book provides a research-based framework to aid clinicians in applying these competencies in their own practice. It begins by identifying and describing the core competencies and skills of expert therapists, then elaborates six core competencies and related supporting competencies and skill-sets.

Key Features

• Research-based framework for practical application.
• Identifies and describes core competencies of expert therapists.
• Elaborates on six core competencies with supporting skill-sets.
• Highly readable and easily accessible for clinicians.
• Enhances knowledge and skill base for both novice and experienced clinicians.

Additional Information

Instead of a review of psychotherapy theory and research or a cookbook of methods and techniques, Core Competencies in Counseling and Psychotherapy is a valuable resource for all mental health specialties.