Improving Therapeutic Communication: A Guide for Developing Effective Techniques
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Book Overview
Throughout the book, the authors focus on the basic skills that facilitate communications in therapy (empathy, respect, authenticity, relating in the here-and-now, and confrontation) and explore specific methods of using them. These skills--which research shows are crucial to effective therapy--enable therapists and counselors to * Empathize in a caring way with the feelings of clients * Become receptive to clients in a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0875893082
ISBN13:9780875893082
Release Date:March 1977
Publisher:Jossey-Bass
Length:400 Pages
Weight:1.60 lbs.
Dimensions:1.3" x 6.3" x 9.3"
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Classic counseling text which is exceptionally practical
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
A classic in the field, this textbook focuses on practical skill development exercsies in learning how to communicate empathy and respect, and how to share one's own feelings sensitively but openly. It also emphasizes skills in working in the present moment and in confronting people without affronting them. Other chapters focus on destructive communication patterns to avoid and the process of counseling. A timeless book that is one of the most practical counseling books ever written.
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