Solution-Focused Therapy
Theory, Research & Practice
Brief Therapy
This second edition of Solution-focused Therapy remains the most accessible yet comprehensive case-based introduction to the history, theory, research and practice of solution-focused therapy (SFT) within mental health care and beyond.
Drawing on contemporary research and the author's own extensive experience, the fully revised and updated new edition includes:
- discussion of recent developments relevant to research and training
- a new chapter on challenges to SFT and the integration of SFT with other therapeutic approaches
- extended discussion on ethical issues
- topical exploration of the application of SFT with patients with personality disorders and dementias
- contemporary research on solution-focused coaching and approaches to organizational change
- new case material
This highly practical guide should be on the desk of every student or trainee studying this strongly supported, growing approach. It is also a useful resource for practitioners wanting to update their core skills and knowledge.
A very good Solution Focused Therapy resource. The case study is particularly informative.
helpful for generalists looking to develop skills of finding solutions with groups of people supporting people with dementia and their carers
A good resource which can be dipped into as and when required. Clear text and good use of therapist/client script together with case studies helps the reader understand the application of this approach. It is also useful that the book also covers how this approach can be used in the workplace and the chapter on research is very good it provides the reader with evidence based research results on the ways this approach is used. Good resource for anyone interested in this approach
A sound text which is methodical in approach. The second edition does update things well, in particular in relation to the emerging evidence base. However it may not represent best value for those students who have already purchased the first edition. For those who do not have the first edition this text remains highly recommended.
A good resource which can be dipped into as and when required. Clear text and good use of therapist/client script together with case studies helps the reader understand the application of this approach. It is also useful that the book also covers how this approach can be used in the workplace and the chapter on research is very good it provides the reader with evidence based research results on the ways this approach is used. Good resource for anyone interested in this approach
A very good Solution Focused Therapy resource. The case study is particularly informative.
This book is essential reading for our solution focused brief therapy module but also relevant to students on counselling courses and the BSc in nursing programme.
Very comprehensive and easy to understand, provides a good base level of knowledge for those intrested into developing SFBT skills
This book takes the reader on a comprehensive tour of Solution - Focused Therapy. This book is a 'must have' for anyone interested in this particular therapeutic approach. I highly recommend it.
A good step from basic ideas on SFT with very useful ideas around particular presenting issues
