Foundations of Counseling and Psychotherapy: Evidence-Based Practices for a Diverse Society

Unique conceptual framework recognizing individual diversity and the need to consider individual variables when applying specific theoretical models and counseling strategies.

Integrates theory and intervention and discusses research findings, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice guidelines.

Covers special topics not covered in other texts: crisis, suicide, and violence assessment and psychopharmacology.

Provides information on therapeutic skills, intake interviews, assessment, diagnosis, and brief empirically-supported treatments needed for clinical psychology, mental health counseling, and social work professionals. 

Cultural and diversity considerations are infused throughout the text.