Theoretical Perspectives for Direct Social Work Practice: A Generalist-Eclectic Approach (Springer Series on Social Work)

Theoretical Perspectives for Direct Social Work Practice: A Generalist-Eclectic Approach (Springer Series on Social Work)

<i> Praise for the first edition </i> <p> "Finally, a social work practice text that makes a difference! This is the book that you have wished for but could never find. Although similar to texts that cover a range of practice theories and approaches to clinical practice, this book clearly has a social work frame of reference and a social work identity.<br> --<b>Gayla Rogers</b>, Dean of the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary</p> <p>The major focus of this second edition is the same; to provide an overview of theories, models, and therapies for direct social work practice, including systems theory, attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral theory, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, the crisis intervention model, and many more. However, this popular textbook goes beyond a mere survey of such theories. It also provides a framework for integrating the use of each theory with central social work principles and values, as well as with the artistic elements of practice. </p> <ul>This second edition has been fully updated and revised to include:<br><br> <li> A new chapter on Relational Theory, and newly-rewritten chapters by new authors on Cognitive-Behavioral Theory, Existential Theory, and Wraparound Services </li> <li> New critique of the Empirically Supported Treatment (EST) movement</li> <li> Updated information on the movement toward eclecticism in counseling and psychotherapy </li> <li> A refined conceptualization of the editors' generalist-eclectic approach </li></ul></p>