Comprehensive in scope yet concise in its description and explanation of the systematic theories of psychotherapy and counseling, Sharf provides a thorough explanation of concepts, illustrated by examples of their application through the usage of case summaries and therapist-client dialogue to illustrate techniques and treatment. For most theories, the author shows how they can be applied to individual therapy or counseling for common psychological disorders, such as depression and generalized anxiety disorders. He also demonstrates how each theory can be applied to group therapy.

Richard S. Sharf has been an Associate Professor of Individual and Family Studies and Psychology at the University of Delaware where he continues to teach. He worked as a psychologist in the Center for Counseling and Student Development for over thirty years doing therapy with University students until his retirement in 2005. Dr. Sharf has additional books published by Thomson Brooks/Cole including APPLYING CAREER DEVELOPMENT THEORY TO COUNSELING, Fourth Edition and LIFE'S CHOICES: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS.

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