Essentials of Family Therapy, The (The Merrill Social Work and Human Services)

The Essentials of Family Therapy, 7th Edition – Practical Guide to Family Therapy

The Essentials of Family Therapy, 7th Edition provides a practical, clinically focused introduction to the essential knowledge and skills needed to understand and practice family therapy. Covering the field from its history and classic approaches to current developments in clinical practice, this accessible guide connects important therapeutic concepts with real-world application.

With an emphasis on practical family therapy techniques, contemporary clinical practice, and case-based learning, the book helps students understand not only what different therapy approaches involve, but also why they work and how they can be applied in practice.

The seventh edition features new case studies, Reflect and Apply Questions, and end-of-chapter questions that encourage students to think critically and connect therapeutic principles to real clinical situations. Additional content throughout the book highlights the essential concepts readers need to understand.

What's New in the 7th Edition?

• New case studies with Reflect and Apply Questions

• End-of-chapter questions designed to encourage critical thinking and practical application

• Additional explanations highlighting essential concepts in each chapter

• A revised Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy chapter covering recent trends in clinical practice

• A new section addressing families with transgender members

• A new chapter focused on research in family therapy

• Updated coverage of contemporary trends and developments in clinical practice

Key Features

• Practical and clinically focused approach to family therapy

• Covers the history, major schools, theories, and modern developments of family therapy

• Realistic case studies that connect theory to clinical practice

• Clear explanations of therapeutic techniques and their applications

• Helps students understand why specific therapy approaches are effective

• Encourages critical thinking and practical problem-solving

• Useful for students, educators, and professionals studying or practicing family therapy

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