Brief Intervention for School Problems: Outcome-Informed Strategies

Murphy, J. J. and Duncan, B. L.

ISBN 10: 1572301740 / ISBN 13: 9781572301740

Published by Guilford Press, 1997

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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:9781572301740.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Brief Intervention for School Problems: Outcome-Informed Strategies
• Publisher: Guilford Press
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1572301740
• ISBN 13: 9781572301740
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fair
• Weight: 550 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Education

About this title

Synopsis

This book draws on the authors' decades of research and extensive hands-on experience to present proven strategies for resolving school problems. Incorporating the latest findings on psychotherapy outcomes, the authors provide a practical blueprint for collaborative, client-directed brief intervention that empowers students, parents and teachers to make and maintain positive changes. Extensive case examples guide readers through the interview and intervention process and clearly illustrate the authors' efficient, innovative, and flexible approach.

About the Author

John J. Murphy, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling at the University of Central Arkansas, and a licensed school psychologist. His work experience includes two years as a high school teacher and 13 years as a full-time school psychologist in an urban setting. Dr. Murphy was named Kentucky School Psychologist of the Year in 1992, and was one of five finalists for the 1993 National School Psychologist of the Year Award. The author of several articles and book chapters as well as two books, Dr. Murphy is frequently invited to conduct training workshops around the country for school psychologists, counselors, teachers, and administrators.

Barry L. Duncan, Psy.D. is a psychologist with over 14,000 hours experience with people in distress. He is currently Visiting Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University, is in private practice in Port St. Lucie, and frequently provides training to therapists of all disciplines across the country. Dr. Duncan has published over 40 articles, chapters, and reviews, as well as 6 books. Most recently, he co-authored with Scott Miller and Mark Hubble, Handbook of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (Jossey-Bass, 1996), Escape From Babel (Norton, 1997), and Psychotherapy With Impossible Cases(Norton, 1997).