On the Way to Collaborative Psychological Assessment: The Selected Works of Constance T. Fischer

This collection of articles by Constance T. Fischer represents many of her major contributions to Collaborative Therapeutic Assessment. Fischer’s work on the conceptual foundations and practices for individualized/ collaborative psychological assessment are assembled in this volume. Also included are her thoughts about how to teach individualized assessment to students. This monograph will serve mental health professionals interested in Collaborative Therapeutic Assessment and instructors and students in graduate courses on psychological assessment.

Constance T. Fischer, PhD, ABPP, retired as professor emeritus of psychology from Duquesne University. She is best known for pioneering an individualized/collaborative/therapeutic approach to psychological assessment and for her contributions to the field of qualitative research. Dr. Fischer has authored or edited six books and authored over 125 chapters and articles on psychological assessment, qualitative research, and professional issues.