
The Narrative Practitioner
Laura Beres(Author)
Red Globe Press
Published on 4. July 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-1-137-00547-2 (ISBN)
Description
This book offers a clear and succinct introduction to narrative theory and practice for all people professions. It not only describes the basic principles and methods in narrative therapy, but also assists the reader in integrating narrative assumptions and techniques in to practice, making it the perfect tool for students and practitioners alike.
Reviews / Votes
'Clear and very practice-relevant, this will prove an invaluable text for any student or more experienced practitioner who is serious about developing a narrative approach to their work.' - Nigel Parton, Professor in Applied Childhood Studies, University of Huddersfield, UK 'This book is beautifully written. Laura Beres clearly explains the underlying philosophy of narrative therapy and practice skills and discusses the use of narrative approaches in different contexts.' - Anna Gupta, Senior Lecturer, Royal Holloway University of London, UK 'Beres develops a detailed, engaging expose of the philosophical and ethical underpinnings of narrative therapy alongside the practical skills.' - Shona Russell, Co-director, Narrative Practices, Adelaide, AustraliaMore details
Series
Edition
2014
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
324 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-137-00547-2 (9781137005472)
DOI
10.1007/978-1-137-37784-5
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions

Laura Beres
The Narrative Practitioner
E-Book
07/2014
1st Edition
Bloomsbury Academic
€35.49
Available for download
Person
LAURA BERES is Associate Professor at the School of Social Work, King's University College at the University of Western Ontario. She trained at the Dulwich Centre in Australia while Michael White was still affiliated to the centre. is co-author with Jim Duvall of Innovations in Narrative Therapy: Connecting Practice, Training and Research (Norton 2011), based on a qualitative research project in a training and practice setting.
Content
1. An Introduction to Narrative Practice.- 2. The Conversational Maps.- 3. Exploring What has been Implied.- 4. Moving Between the Conversational Maps.- 5. A Narrative Approach to Agency Practice.- 6. Critical Reflection as Inquiry.- 7. Spirituality and Narrative Therapy.- 8. Notes on Self Care.