Applying Bion's "relational-Kleinian" theories on the therapist's psychology and role in a group, Billow (Adelphi U., New York) uses clinical anecdotes to show that the therapist can transcend such ba
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
In this resource for practitioners and students, 11 contributions from Hogan (U. of Derby) and other British therapists discuss gender issues in art therapy. Some of the topics addressed include thera
Proulx, an art therapist, explores aspects of parent-child-dyad art therapy, discussing attachment relationship theories, the roles of parents and art therapists in dyad interventions, the importance
A practical tool for the assessment of children and their families, this guide enables professionals to make decisions about child protection issues. It provides detailed checklists for collecting and
'The author of this book is a speech and language therapist, and is still practising in the health service, which gives her advice practical value. If all writers followed the principles in her book t
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
From her experience at De Brug ("The Bridge") School in Leiden, an orthopedic pediatrician introduces the characteristics, diagnosis, explanatory model, and classroom and home treatment strategies for
Identity is formed through the narration of experience, and children who experience difficult life events may need help in forming and expressing their own narratives. Play therapy can be a very appro
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
Jackson, a 13-year-old from the UK, is one of seven children. He has Asperger Syndrome (AS), one of his brothers has AD/HD, and another is autistic. Jackson's conversational and humorous text offers
Containing over 400 gluten and dairy free recipes, the book will be invaluable to all those whose diet is restricted due to food intolerances. An increasing number of people on the autism spectrum are
The process of printmaking can be useful to art therapists in a wide range of settings: for example, the incremental process can be helpful in groupwork, and physically challenged clients can benefit
This book brings together the professional experiences of eminent analytical music therapists from Europe and the USA. The book examines the origins and theory of AMT (including a contribution on the
For any parent of a child on the autism spectrum, obtaining educational and other services for their child is an ongoing and often intractable problem. This book tells the story of two parents of a ch
Etherington (U. of Bristol, UK) presents 12 contributions which attempt to redress a perceived lack of attention to the emotional needs of disabled people. Focusing on counseling in physical and menta
'The author does a commendable job of taking what is known about groups, the unconscious, and psychodynamics in an academic sense, and grounding it in relevant experiential education examples. This bo
Arguing that the profession of art therapy has its roots in the studio environment, Catherine Moon proposes that it is now time to reclaim these roots, and make art once again central to art therapy.
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,
Hinshelwood (U. of Essex, UK), a member of the British Psychoanalytical Society and founder of two journals on therapeutic communities and psychotherapy, discusses the social and psychological process
Bill Davis is the father of Chris, who has autism. Breaking Autism's Barriers: A Father's Story chronicles Bill's fight to overcome the physical, emotional, public, educational, and therapeutic obstac
Ben finds an unusual old bottle buried in the school yard, and in a roundabout way it helps Ben and his family find out what is causing some of the persistent problems he has both at home and at schoo
Willey, who has a doctorate degree in psycho-linguistics, is a writer and lecturer on the topic of Asperger syndrome. She has the syndrome herself, as does her youngest daughter. Here she provides a
Contains 20 papers written by one of the pioneers in the field of art therapy over the course of her lifetime of work in the field. Themes addressed include Kramer's own credo as an artist and art the
As new techniques and approaches to supervision attract interest within therapy-related professions, the contributors to this informative book consider the nature of a supervision and examine the ways
Contributes to the debate on the question of euthanasia of the elderly, drawing on historical, contemporary, anthropological, and literary sources. The author (criminal justice, the Queen's University
Experts in mental health and psychiatry help professionals to gain a deeper understanding of the pivotal role of communication in mental health and to apply this knowledge in a range of mental health
Directed to those interested in art therapy and art education, Maclagan's (center for psychotherapeutic studies, U. of Sheffield, England) text attempts to define the relation between a painting's aes
Wasilewski (anthropology, U. of Utah-Salt Lake City) explores the forgotten narratives, myths, and traditions that played a central role in the accounts of creation found in the Old Testament and the
Reflecting the increasing recognition of the importance of the spiritual in healing, Spirituality and Art Therapy is an exciting exploration of the different ways in which the spiritual forms an essen
Ansdell and Pavlicevic, research associates at a London music therapy center, explain the research process in four stages, outlining what students and practitioners need to plan, know, and do to resea
A person's sense of spirituality informs his or her awareness of self and of the society around them, and is intrinsic to their mental well-being. In this balanced and thoughtful book John Swinton exp
Supervision is growing in importance in all professions as a means of focusing on the personal and vocational skills of the supervisee, as well as a means of supporting them in their work. In this boo
Based on 17 years of clinical work in both the United States and the United Kingdom, this book presents a comprehensive discussion on the use of art in counselling sexually abused children, their fami
The theory of art therapy is the theme of these seven essays by art therapists in the UK, each essay reflecting the practice of its author. The papers explore the aesthetic responses of therapist and
Written by significant researchers and practitioners within the field, this unique collection of key texts introduces the reader to practical theology. It critically explores the way in which the spir
In this classic text Art Robbins explores the role of the art therapist in integrating aesthetics and psychodynamics into the therapeutic process. He argues that psychological phenomena have their aes
'June Boyce-Tillman's new book identifies and discusses the very issues that could render the education that we offer through music more engaging and relevent to those whom we teach. The book presents
