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Setting Out: The Importance of the Beginning in Psychotherapy and Counselling
Paperback
Main Details
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Setting Out: The Importance of the Beginning in Psychotherapy and Counselling
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Lesley Murdin
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By (author) Meg Errington
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback | Pages:192 | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9781583919354
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Classifications | Dewey:616.8914 |
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Illustrations |
black & white illustrations
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Imprint |
Brunner-Routledge
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Publication Date |
3 February 2005 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
The nature and the outcome of therapy are always to some extent determined by the way the therapist decides to conduct the initial session. In "Setting Out" Lesley Murdin and Meg Errington explore the issues surrounding this subject, providing valuable insights into the significance of beginnings in psychotherapy. The book deals with practical issues for the therapist, such as the responsibility for the unfolding of the therapeutic relationship. It also addresses ethical and technical debates over how much should be said at the initial meeting, and how the beginning can determine the outcome. Subjects covered include: *The birth of a narrative self *Diagnosis: should we even begin? *Expectations: the birth of pattern recognition *Transference: the birth of the problem of reality Illustrated throughout with case vignettes, this exploration of the crucial issue of how to manage beginnings will be prove an invaluable resource for students of counselling and psychotherapy as well as experienced practitioners.
Author Biography
Director, Westminster Pastoral Foundation, London
Reviews"An interesting read."-Richard Curen, "Community Care, 05/26/2005
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