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Case Conceptualization
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Expected 13 May 26Integrating recent research and developments in the field, this revised third edition introduces an easy-to-master strategy for developing and writing culturally sensitive case conceptualizations and treatment plans.
Concrete guidelines and updated case material are provided for developing conceptualizations for the five most common therapy biopsychosocial, cognitive-behavioral, time-limited, Adlerian, and acceptance and commitment therapy. Chapters also include specific exercises and activities for mastering case conceptualization and related competencies. In this edition the evidence-based 8-P model (presentation, precipitant, predisposition, pattern, perpetuants, protective factors, plan, and predictive factors) is introduced to help streamline and shorten the process of writing case conceptualizations, suitable for use with nearly all clients. The method is clearly illustrated, and the authors provide strategies for learning it. While previous editions of Case Conceptualization have focused primarily on individual counseling and therapy with adults in clinical settings, this new edition extends the use of case conceptualization to children, couples, and families in most clinical, rehabilitation, and addiction counseling settings. It also addresses the use and value of this critical competency in both supervision and consultation, as well as the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in conceptualizing cases.
Practitioners, as well as graduate students in counseling, clinical psychology, and social work, will gain the essential skills and knowledge they need to master case conceptualization with ease and confidence.
Concrete guidelines and updated case material are provided for developing conceptualizations for the five most common therapy biopsychosocial, cognitive-behavioral, time-limited, Adlerian, and acceptance and commitment therapy. Chapters also include specific exercises and activities for mastering case conceptualization and related competencies. In this edition the evidence-based 8-P model (presentation, precipitant, predisposition, pattern, perpetuants, protective factors, plan, and predictive factors) is introduced to help streamline and shorten the process of writing case conceptualizations, suitable for use with nearly all clients. The method is clearly illustrated, and the authors provide strategies for learning it. While previous editions of Case Conceptualization have focused primarily on individual counseling and therapy with adults in clinical settings, this new edition extends the use of case conceptualization to children, couples, and families in most clinical, rehabilitation, and addiction counseling settings. It also addresses the use and value of this critical competency in both supervision and consultation, as well as the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in conceptualizing cases.
Practitioners, as well as graduate students in counseling, clinical psychology, and social work, will gain the essential skills and knowledge they need to master case conceptualization with ease and confidence.
280 pages, Paperback
First published July 4, 2012
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March 4, 2022
Great to find out more about conceptualizations based on different paradigms, easy to read. It is repetitive in exemplifying those cases, so it can be boring, but it is also useful for learning the components of a conceptualization.
April 27, 2023
Very helpful for providing a framework and explanation for case conceptualization.
March 24, 2024
very useful
December 18, 2023
Very dry as most case conceptualizations are to formulate but very damn helpful. Lays everything out, this is a MUST READ. By far the most helpful book I’ve come across
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