Essentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention by Kathy J. Harowski and Donald E. Wiger (2003, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100471417556
ISBN-139780471417552
eBay Product ID (ePID)2451436

Product Key Features

Number of Pages240 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameEssentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention
SubjectPsychotherapy / General, Psychotherapy / Counseling
Publication Year2003
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPsychology
AuthorKathy J. Harowski, Donald E. Wiger
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight9.6 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2003-001694
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal616.89/025
Table Of ContentSeries Preface. Introduction. One. Overview of Crisis and Trauma Intervention. Two. Basic Principles of Crisis Intervention. Three. Crisis Intervention Models. Four. Crisis Assessment. Five. Common Crisis Intervention Strategies. Six. The Helper. Seven. Helping in Time of Crisis: How to Apply the Models for Crisis Intervention to Clinical Crisis Situations. Eight. Group Crisis Interventions. Nine. Ethical and Legal Aspects of Crisis Intervention. Appendix A: Suicide Assessment Checklist. Appendix B: Triage Assessment Form. References. Annoatated Bibliography. Index. Acknowledgments.
SynopsisA practical guide to effective crisis counseling and intervention Essentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention offers practical, field-tested methods for dealing with traumatic and life-changing events., A practical guide to effective crisis counseling and intervention Essentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention offers practical, field-tested methods for dealing with traumatic and life-changing events. This helpful manual presents useful strategies for crisis prevention, functioning effectively during a crisis, caring treatment approaches, and aftercare--and describes how to assess the extent to which a crisis has impacted an individual. Important legal aspects of crisis counseling are also highlighted--such as risk, suicidality, and documentation--as well as helpful details on how to prevent potential malpractice issues related to crisis intervention. Essentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention gives clear explanations of proven practice techniques and examples of effective interventions. It provides an accessible and practical guide to navigating through the complexities of any type of crisis situation, including natural disasters, community violence, and personal tragedy. Unique coverage is presented on such topics as group intervention, incorporating spirituality into treatment, community resources, coordinating efforts of crisis-response personnel, and the roles of various crisis workers, including instructions for how to prepare intellectually and emotionally for crisis situations. As part of the Essentials of Mental Health Practice series , this book provides the information mental health professionals need to practice knowledgeably, efficiently, and ethically in today's behavioral health care environment. Each concise chapter features numerous callout boxes highlighting key concepts, bulleted points, and extensive illustrative material, as well as "Test Yourself" questions that help you gauge and reinforce your grasp of the information covered., A practical guide to effective crisis counseling and intervention Essentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention offers practical, field-tested methods for dealing with traumatic and life-changing events. This helpful manual presents useful strategies for crisis prevention, functioning effectively during a crisis, caring treatment approaches, and aftercare and describes how to assess the extent to which a crisis has impacted an individual. Important legal aspects of crisis counseling are also highlighted such as risk, suicidality, and documentation as well as helpful details on how to prevent potential malpractice issues related to crisis intervention. Essentials of Crisis Counseling and Intervention gives clear explanations of proven practice techniques and examples of effective interventions. It provides an accessible and practical guide to navigating through the complexities of any type of crisis situation, including natural disasters, community violence, and personal tragedy. Unique coverage is presented on such topics as group intervention, incorporating spirituality into treatment, community resources, coordinating efforts of crisis-response personnel, and the roles of various crisis workers, including instructions for how to prepare intellectually and emotionally for crisis situations. As part of the Essentials of Mental Health Practice series, this book provides the information mental health professionals need to practice knowledgeably, efficiently, and ethically in today's behavioral health care environment. Each concise chapter features numerous callout boxes highlighting key concepts, bulleted points, and extensive illustrative material, as well as "Test Yourself" questions that help you gauge and reinforce your grasp of the information covered.
LC Classification NumberRC480.6.W54 2003

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