Counseling Adults in Transition, Fifth Edition: Linking Schlossberg's Theory with Practice in a Diverse World

Anderson PhD LPC NCC, Mary L; Goodman PhD, Jane; Schlossberg EdD, Nancy

ISBN 10: 0826135463 / ISBN 13: 9780826135469

Published by Springer Publishing Company, 2021

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Counseling Adults in Transition, Fifth Edition: Linking Schlossberg's Theory with Practice in a Diverse World
• Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0826135463
• ISBN 13: 9780826135469
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 5th or later Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The fifth edition of this authoritative text continues to provide expert guidance for counseling professionals working with adults who are coping with individual, relationship, and work transitions. Abundantly updated with new literature and resources, the book examines the most pressing life transition issues facing today's adults. It incorporates new and emerging theories and culturally sensitive strategies for counseling diverse clients, along with new case studies providing examples and practical applications. The fifth edition sheds light on the particular challenges of populations who may feel disempowered and marginalized, allowing for a deeper understanding of transition theory.

Key themes include enhancing resilience and coping, illuminated by updated literature and discussion of applications of Schlossberg's theory and 4 S model--a model that offers effective techniques to understand and successfully navigate life transitions. Also addressed are the roles of hope, optimism, and mattering. The text deepens the discussion of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and social justice, along with intersectionality regarding multiple identities as diverse individuals and their families navigate life transitions. It also highlights the role of escalating changes in the current global, political and socio-cultural landscape. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers.

New to the Fifth Edition:

• Focuses on the increasing importance of helping adults navigate transitions
• Integrates Schlossberg's unique transition model with both classic and emerging theories to guide adults in transition
• Discusses sociocultural and contextual factors in shaping the coping process
• Presents culturally sensitive strategies and interventions
• Emphasizes social justice concerns and advocacy on behalf of underrepresented populations
• Delivers rich and diverse case studies focused on transition issues
• Includes updated learning activities and exercises to enhance understanding

About the Authors

Mary L. Anderson, PhD, is associate professor emerita in the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology at Western Michigan University (WMU) in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Jane Goodman, PhD, is professor emerita of counseling in the Department of Counseling, School of Education and Human Services Education, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan.

Nancy K. Schlossberg, EdD, professor emerita at the University of Maryland, College Park, in the Department of Counseling and Personnel Services, College of Education, was a tenured full professor for 27 years.