Clinical Psychology for Trainees: Foundations of Science-Informed Practice - Softcover

Page, Andrew C.; Stritzke, Werner G. K.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521615402 ISBN 13: 9780521615402

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2006

Synopsis

This book describes the practice of clinical psychology with special emphasis on providing trainee therapists with the skills and strategies to achieve the core competencies required for a science-informed clinical practice. It will support the reader in making the transition from the lecture theater to the consulting room. The approach incorporates a contemporary perspective on the multiple roles of clinical psychologists within a competitive healthcare market, where professional psychologists not only need to be accountable for their outcomes and efficient in achieving them, but also need to be conscious of the social and political context in which psychology is practiced. Chapters are organized around the acquisition of key competencies and linked within an evidence-based, science-informed framework. Case studies, handouts, graphics and worksheets are employed to encourage the implementation of the skills described. This book should be read by all those enrolled in, or contemplating, postgraduate studies in clinical psychology.

About this title

Book Description:

This book describes the practice of clinical psychology with special emphasis on providing trainee therapists with the skills and strategies to achieve the core competencies required for a science-informed clinical practice. It will support the reader in making the transition from the lecture theatre to the consulting room.

About the Author:

Andrew Page is Associate Professor in the School of Psychology, University of Western Australia, co-director of the Robin Winkler Clinic and consultant to a private psychiatric service, Perth Clinic.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0521615402
• ISBN 13: 9780521615402
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 300