Introduction to the Profession of Counseling (4th Edition)

For Introduction to Counseling courses in Counseling and Psychology Departments. With a strong emphasis on translating counseling theory into practice, this popular text overviews the field of counseling, including foundational counseling theories and human development theories, different types of counseling (e.g., marriage and family therapy, group counseling, substance abuse counseling, etc.), and counseling practice in different settings like schools and community agencies. Separate chapters on the history of the field, ethics, assessment, prevention, and multicultural counseling round out the coverage.