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SAGE Publications Inc Strengths-Based Therapy Connecting Theory Practice and Skills 2013 Edition by Elsie Jones-Smith
Strength Based Therapy is the a text on working with clients through the lens of positive psychology. It lays a theoretical foundation to help students and practitioners understand the grounding and theory behind the approach and then lays out a model for use with a variety of client types/settings. The book draws from cutting edge research on neuroscience, positive emotions, empowerment and change. It helps students understand how to get the client engaged as an active participant in their treatment by assuming the client knows best about what has worked and has not worked in their lives. It draws heavily on skill building and cognitive behavioral (evidence based) approaches. The book will first present the theory and model and then go into application via various clinical illustrations. Table of contents :- Part IChapter 1: Strengths-Based TherapyChapter 2: Human Strengths Theory: The Neuroscience and RelationalChapter 3: Strengths across CulturesChapter 4: The Strengths-Based Therapy ModelChapter 5: Strengths-Based AssessmentPart IIStrengths-Based Recovery: Introduction to Part II, PracticeChapter 6: Strengths-Based Therapy and FamiliesChapter 7: Strengths-Based Therapy and Recovery in Mental HealthChapter 8: Strengths-Based Therapy, Addiction, and a Harm Reduction ApproachChapter 9: Strengths-Based School CounselingChapter 10: Strengths-Based Therapy: "At-Risk or "At-Promise"Chapter 11: Strengths-Based Therapy in Correctional SettingsChapter 12: Strengths-Based Therapy and Older AdultsReferencesIndex