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Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy
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Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy



November 2010 | 208 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
Mick Cooper and John McLeod pioneer a major new framework for counselling theory, practice and research - the 'pluralistic' approach. This model breaks away from the orientation-specific way in which counselling has traditionally been taught, reflecting and responding to shifts in counselling and psychotherapy training.

As accessible and engaging as ever, Cooper and McLeod argue that there is no one right way of doing therapy and that different clients need different things at different times. By identifying and demonstrating the application of a range of therapeutic methods, the book outlines a flexible framework for practice within which appropriate methods can be selected depending on the client's individual needs and the therapist's knowledge and experience.

This is a must-read for anybody training or practising in the counselling or helping professions - it should not be missed!

 
Introducing the Pluralistic Approach
 
Foundations for a Pluralistic Approach
 
Building a Collaborative Therapeutic Relationship
 
Client Goals: The Starting Point for Therapy
 
Tasks: Focusing the Therapeutic Work
 
Methods: Resources for Facilitating Change
 
Research: Developing Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy
 
Supervision, Training, CPD and Service Delivery: Pluralistic Perspectives
 
Discussion: Towards a New Paradigm
 
References

A fascinating book which really 'gets under the skin' of Counselling techniques and approaches to psychotherapy. A sensible critique and a forward-looking pluralistic approach is explained well.

Mrs Rachel Harrison
Interprofessional Studies, Winchester University
January 5, 2011

whilst this book is not on our reading list I feel it is usful extra knowledge for trainee counsellors ( and qualified ones)
Mick Cooper writes in a style which is in keeping with the ethos of counselling, and the reader feels drawn into the text.

Mrs Margaret Booth
counselling dept, Cleveland & Redcar College
December 31, 2010

A new and interesting book. A valuable tool for students beginning to think about their therapy approach.

Dr Catriona Davis-McCabe
the Psychological Therapies Clinic, University of Teesside
December 28, 2010

The content, structure and level of this text makes it an ideal addition for our course recommended reading list.

Ms Kirsten Amis
School of Social & Community Studies, Anniesland College
December 17, 2010

Wonderful book of great relevance to counselling psychology

Ms Alexandra Cross
Psychology , London Metropolitan University
December 15, 2010

This appraoch is provocatrive and interesting. This viewpoint is one that all students must acquaint themselves with as they consider their own clinical approach.

Mr Bill Stanley
Counselling, Newman College
December 13, 2010
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Sample Materials & Chapters

Chapter 1