Effective Helping: Interviewing and Counseling Techniques - Softcover

Okun, Barbara F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0534513840 ISBN 13: 9780534513849

Publisher: Brooks Cole, 2001

Synopsis

Barbara Okun's practical introduction to counseling has helped thousands of readers become effective and empathetic helpers. Logical, easy-to-understand, and applicable, the book's unique framework helps readers enhance their self-awareness and their understanding of contemporary forces. The hallmark of this book has been its practical, applied approach, infused with many case examples, dialogues, tables, and experiential exercises.

About this title

About the Author:

: Barbara F. Okun, Ph.D., is a professor of counseling psychology at Northeastern University and a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School. She is Training Director of the Counseling/School Doctoral program at Northeastern and teaches and supervises clinical courses. The author of numerous books and articles, Dr. Okun also trains mental health professionals internationally.

Review:

"This text is packed with essential, critical information for all helpers. The chapter exercises and case examples are excellent because they promote immediate application of the material discussed. I think the overview of theories is a good addition to a practical text such as this, and I like the author's emphasis on the individual and environment. The chapter summaries are also good."

About this edition

• Publisher: Brooks Cole
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0534513840
• ISBN 13: 9780534513849
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 324