An Introduction to Family Therapy: Systemic Theory and Practice

An Introduction to Family Therapy: Systemic Theory and Practice
ISBN-10
0335239366
ISBN-13
9780335239368
Category
Psychology
Pages
391
Language
English
Published
2010-05-01
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Authors
Rudi Dallos, Dallos Rudi Draper Rosalind

Description

Annotation The third edition ofAn Introduction to Family Therapyprovides an overview of the core concepts informing family therapy and systemic practice, covering the development of this innovative field from the 1950s to the present day. The book considers both British and International perspectives and includes the latest developments in current practice, regulation and innovation, looking at these developments within a wider political, cultural and geographical context. The third edition also contains:A new chapter on couple therapyA new chapter on practice development up to 2009Sections highlighting the importance of multi-disciplinary practice in health and welfareLists of key texts and diagrams, suggested reading organized by topic, and practical examples and exercises are also used in order to encourage the reader to explore and experiment with the ideas in their own practice. This book is key reading for students and practitioners of family therapy and systemic practice as well as those from the fields of counselling, psychology, social work and the helping professions who deal with family issues.

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