This state-of-the-art book presents research-based practice guidelines that clinicians of any orientation can use to optimize the therapeutic alliance. Leading proponents of the major psychotherapeutic approaches explain just what a good alliance is, how to create it, and how to recognize and repair alliance ruptures. Applications in individual, group, couple, and family therapy are explored; case examples vividly illustrate the concepts and techniques. Links between the quality of the alliance and client outcomes are elucidated. A section on training fills a major gap in the field, reviewing proven strategies for helping therapists to develop key relationship-building skills.
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This state-of-the-art book presents research-based practice guidelines that clinicians of any orientation can use to optimize the therapeutic alliance. Leading proponents of the major psychotherapeutic approaches explain just what a good alliance is, how to create it, and how to recognize and repair alliance ruptures. Applications in individual, group, couple, and family therapy are explored; case examples vividly illustrate the concepts and techniques. Links between the quality of the alliance and client outcomes are elucidated. A section on training fills a major gap in the field, reviewing proven strategies for helping therapists to develop key relationship-building skills.
Imprint | Guilford Publications |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | October 2010 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 9 - 15 working days |
First published | 2010 |
Editors | J. Christopher Muran, Jacques P. Barber |
Dimensions | 232 x 156 x 26mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover - Paper over boards |
Pages | 368 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-60623-873-8 |
Barcode | 9781606238738 |
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LSN | 1-60623-873-6 |