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Book SynopsisWhether you are preparing for social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, pastoral counseling, human services, or a related helping profession, this book presents the fundamental knowledge and skills you need. The authors' multilayered learning system integrates reading and discussion with self-assessment and practice. DEVELOPING HELPING SKILLS prepares professionals in training for generalist practice with individuals, families, and groups, including entire communities and organizations. The text also includes a case that helps you learn to think like a professional. Finally, role playing in practice interviews as well as evaluation tools allow you to assess your progress and determine your readiness to apply your skills in real-life settings. If you use the MindTap online learning experience, you'll have access to videos demonstrating application of the skills, flashcards, notetaking, a mobile app, and other resources to help you succeed in the course.
Table of ContentsIntroduction. Section I: FOUNDATION. 1. Understanding Yourself and Others. 2. Ways of Understanding and Perceiving Self and Others. 3. Values, Ethics, and Legal Obligations. 4. Professionalism and Professional Relationships. Section II: BUILDING PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS. 5. Developing Relationships. 6. Foundational Interpersonal Skills. 7. Beginning and Ending a Meeting. 8. Demonstrating Active Listening. Section III: EXPLORING AND ASSESSING WITH CLIENTS. 9. Using Questions. 10. Exploring and Discovering. 11. Thinking about Readiness and Motivation. Section IV: DEFINING THE FOCUS. 12. Identifying Key Problems or Challenges. 13. Establishing Goals. Section V: DOING, EVALUATING, AND ENDING THE WORK. 14. Taking Action. 15. Evaluating and Ending Professional Relationships. Appendix A: Practice Evaluation Scales. Appendix B: Overall Practice Evaluation Form. Glossary. References.
