Countering the usual practice of using art therapy within a pre-existing psychological framework, this text stresses aesthetics and advocates a new notion of poiesis or "shaping" as central to art-mak
Lorbach is the parent of three children conceived using donated sperm, and is the consumer advocate for the Donor Conception Support Group of Australia. She uses the words of 94 parents, offspring an
Aimed at parents and professionals, this text describes the development of non-verbal communication skills in children from birth to late primary school. Using jargon-free language, developmental psyc
Four British psychiatrists explore the general principles underlying psychiatric interviewing and assessment, then show how those principles apply in a range of contexts using detailed case histories
This book/CD-ROM package reflects the diversity of methods that music therapists can use to meet the needs of specific client populations. It covers the theory, research results, and clinical outcomes
This is the first book to focus on how racism affects the housing choices available to black and other ethnic minority groups and how this contributes to social exclusion. Using a practical approach,
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is increasingly recognised as a highly effective way of helping children with autistic spectrum disorders. It is based on a variety of methods and techniques which can
Offers a variety of tested methods for parenting children with ADD or ADHD and details techniques involving motivation, time out, points, and special time.
Presents contemporary work by music therapists in various countries and using various approaches, mainly with patients who have life threatening illnesses and with those who are dying. Distributed by
Paula Crimmens shows that working with older people can be made exciting and stimulating by using storymaking as a basis. Echoing the oral tradition of mankind, the book shows how to use a variety of
The author presents a varied menu of ideas and experiences in many areas - in research, in diagnosis, and in psychotherapy, each using art media with patients of all ages. She integrates art, phenomen
Offering a new and much needed approach to supervision practice, Good Practice in Supervision considers the need and format for successful supervision, methods of effective implementation, particular
A valuable reference to help practising researchers not only to understand but also to apply innovative approaches to social work research. Featuring extended case studies of actual research projects,
This book provides clinicians (particularly those specialising in DBT) with music activities and creative ideas to implement with existing practices, to strengthen what clients are being taught in DBT
Many new pieces of technology can be beneficial to individuals living with dementia, including both hardware and software. This straightforward guide summarises the current research on this growing to
This comprehensive and accessible guide contains everything that needs to be known in order to set up and run a Minecraft® Social Group for children with autism spectrum disorders.Minecraft®, often de
Restorative circles are an effective way of implementing restorative justice, through starting a conversation wider than just the victim and the offender. Proven to be an effective way of healing and
Do you struggle with Ana (anorexia) or have a difficult relationship with food and body image? Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) have the potential to transform your life and put you on the path to r
Children can struggle to engage with and articulate certain emotions, which can have a profound impact on their behaviour, confidence and ability to form relationships, follow instructions and perform
This new book from life work expert Joy Rees explains the value of effective and meaningful life work with children who are fostered and adopted, and how best to carry this out.This book will help soc
Solution focused practice offers proven ways of helping adults overcome a range of life difficulties, from physical and mental illness to learning disability and the challenges of old age. This book o
Improvisation plays a key role in the toolbox of the music therapist. Tony Wigram's practical and comprehensive guide and online content will prove indispensable to students, teachers, therapists and
Golding, a clinical psychologist and author, helps parents of children and young people with relationship difficulties related to early attachment experiences, as well as practitioners supporting
Faulkner presents readers with a comprehensive examination of the use of rhythmic practices, including music and movement practices, to build mindfulness and cognitive reflection in a wide variety
This guide describes solution-focused approaches to working with violence and confrontation in children, young people, and adults, with an emphasis on safety. It uses the principles of the Signs of
Poetry can prove a great way into difficult conversations in therapeutic, classroom or family settings. This book is a clear and practical guide to the use of poetry as a therapeutic tool to help expl
Drew, who works for the Youth Offending Service in the UK, explains how to use comics to explore key life issues with teens in various settings. She describes a comic participation model that involves
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been shown to be effective for treating mental health problems such as anxiety and depression in individuals both with and without autism spectrum disorders. Thi
This practical handbook covers everything you need to know to use flower and other essences effectively with clients.Sue Lilly explains what is happening energetically when essences are at work and dr
Elfie Hinterkopf describes the Experiential Focusing Method, a model to help clients work through religious and spiritual problems, deepen existing spiritual experiences, and bring about new, life-giv
The Bowen technique resets and repairs the body, restoring balance to relieve pain and improve energy. This book shows how it can be particularly effective at alleviating conditions that are renowned
Broadly, this comprehensive book provides an introduction into understanding the influence a particular environment has on the approach one uses for novice as well as for experienced clinicians intere
When he stumbles by chance into a backstreet teashop to shelter from the unrelenting Taipei rain, the author begins a journey that will lead him to the wisdom of the Adept Shun Yuan of the Heavenly Dr
Psychologists and marriage and family therapists Lacher et al., who are all based at the Family Attachment and Counseling Center in Minnesota, guide parents and thier therapists in the process of crea
