Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell
2nd Edition
Published on 15. February 2011
Book
Hardback
120 pages
978-1-84920-745-4 (ISBN)
Description
Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell explains in clear, jargon-free style, the concepts at the heart of the psychodynamic approach, and, drawing on case material, describes the therapeutic practice which rests on those ideas. Assuming no previous knowledge of the subject, the book introduces:
- the history of the approach,
- the key main concepts, and
- practical techniques used by practitioners
In the first chapter, the author introduces a client, John, whose case is revisited throughout the book, connecting together theory and practice for the reader.
This new and revised edition also now includes new material on supervision and ethics, on Freud and Jung, and on outcome research and the most recent developments in the field.
Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell is the ideal place to start for anyone reading about the psychodynamic approach for the first time.
- the history of the approach,
- the key main concepts, and
- practical techniques used by practitioners
In the first chapter, the author introduces a client, John, whose case is revisited throughout the book, connecting together theory and practice for the reader.
This new and revised edition also now includes new material on supervision and ethics, on Freud and Jung, and on outcome research and the most recent developments in the field.
Psychodynamic Counselling in a Nutshell is the ideal place to start for anyone reading about the psychodynamic approach for the first time.
Reviews / Votes
'Well written and thoughtfully structured, this highly accessible, lively text offers the reader a contemporary and comprehensive introduction to psychodynamic practice. Howard provides lucid explanations of core psychodynamic ideas and skills rooted in engaging clinical illustrations. It will be an invaluable companion both during and beyond training.'Professor Alessandra Lemma, Trust-wide Head of Psychology and Visiting Professor
Essex University
'The book will be of especial use to trainees as well as to practising counsellors and others working in the welfare field. I recommend it highly.' - Larry O'Carroll, Goldsmiths, University of London
Larry O'Carroll
Goldsmiths, University of London
From the first edition: This is a more than useful little book. The pitch and voice are unpretentious, and the content, quality of information and degree of educative material are balanced and interesting -
Journal of Analytical Psychology
From the first edition: Small but perfectly formed. Susan Howard... has struck an easy balance here between theory and practice. She neatly illustrates key concepts such as transference, counter transference, making interpretations and so on, with succinct case examples. [The] 'mysteries' of psychodynamic counselling are unpacked with a clarity that has been lacking from many texts in this field. All [topics] are covered without jargon or oversimplification. Indeed, this is probably one of the clearest and therefore most informative texts I have read on the subject' -
The Psychologist
`Size-wise, these books span an open palm and have a very handy flap on the back and front as an integral feature of the cover which can be used as a bookmark. They are concise, yet thorough, providing introductions to the key elements of the theory and practice underpinning major therapeutic approaches... [An] ideal 'intro'... I would recommend these books because, 'in a nutshell', they work' -
Therapy Today
More details
Series
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 174 mm
Width: 110 mm
Weight
167 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84920-745-4 (9781849207454)
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Person
During her forty year career Susan Howard has worked as both a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and clinical psychologist. Sharing knowledge about the psychodynamic approach with lay people and other professionals has been both a cornerstone and a highlight of her professional career. This included teaching psychotherapy to clinical psychologists at the University of Surrey for over two decades. Now semi-retired, she still has a small private practice focussing on supervision and training. Towards the end of her career she undertook an additional training in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) which has its roots in the psychodynamic approach. She is currently Chair of IPT UK.
Content
Beginnings
Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling
How Did We Get Here?
Foundations of Psychodynamic Thinking
Developments in Psychodynamic Thinking
Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?
Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling
Beyond Theory and Practice
Key Concepts in Psychodynamic Counselling
How Did We Get Here?
Foundations of Psychodynamic Thinking
Developments in Psychodynamic Thinking
Putting Concepts into Practice: What Happens in Psychodynamic Counselling?
Practical Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling
Beyond Theory and Practice