A user-friendly introduction to essential counseling techniques and skills
Concise, yet thorough, 45 Techniques Every Counselor Should Know presents the theoretical origins and common variations of 45 counseling techniques spanning diverse theoretical approaches–offering in-depth, evidence-based treatment of a range of theory-based techniques that counselors use on a day-to-day basis. Transcriptions, case examples, multicultural implications, and outcomes-based research demonstrate real-life applications of how the techniques can be used in counseling practice. Designed to prepare students to enter their field with sound ideas for applying theory-based techniques to their counseling, this indispensable resource provides hands-on help for working with clients from all backgrounds to create positive changes in their lives and meet their counseling goals.
The 3rd Edition is updated to give readers the latest information on important new and emerging issues in counseling. It features five new techniques detailed in new chapters on advocacy counseling; strengths-based counseling; mindfulness meditation; journaling; and acceptance and commitment theory.
Bradley T. Erford, Ph.D., LCPC, NCC, LPC, LP, LSP, is a Past President of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and a professor in the school counseling program of the Education Specialties Department in the School of Education at Loyola University Maryland. He has authored or edited more than 30 books. His research specialization falls primarily in development and technical analysis of psycho-educational tests and outcomes research and has resulted in the publication of more than 60 refereed journal articles, more than 100 book chapters, and 15 published tests. He has received numerous awards for his scholarship and service to the counseling profession from ACA and the Association for Assessment and Research in Counseling (AARC), organizations within which he has held numerous leadership positions.
Section 1: Techniques Based on Solution-Focused Brief Counseling Approaches
1. Scaling
2. Exceptions
3. Problem-Free Talk
4. Miracle Question
5. Flagging the Minefield
Section 2: Techniques Based on Adlerian or Psychodynamic Approaches 6. I-Messages
7. Acting As If
8. Spitting in the Soup
9. Mutual Storytelling
10. Paradoxical Intention
Section 3: Techniques Based on Gestalt and Psychodrama Principles 11. Empty Chair
12. Body Movement and Exaggeration
13. Role Reversal
Section 4: Techniques Based on Mindfulness Approaches 14. Visual/Guided Imagery
15. Deep Breathing
16. Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training (PMRT)
17. Mindfulness Meditation
Section 5: Techniques Based on Humanistic-Phenomenological Approaches 18. Self-Disclosure
19. Confrontation
20. Motivational Interviewing
21. Strength Bombardment
Section 6: Techniques Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches 22. Self-Talk
23. Reframing
24. Thought Stopping
25. Cognitive Restructuring
26. Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT): The ABCDEF Model and Rational-Emotive Imagery
27. Systematic Desensitization
28. Stress Inoculation Training
Section 7: Techniques for Use Within and Between Sessions 29. Assigning Homework
30. Bibliotherapy
31. Journaling
Section 8: Techniques Based on Social Learning Approaches 32. Modeling
33. Behavioral Rehearsal
34. Role Play
Section 9: Techniques Based on Behavioral Approaches Using Positive Reinforcement 35. Premack Principle
36. Behavior Chart
37. Token Economy
38. Behavioral Contract
Section 10: Techniques Based on Behavioral Approaches Using Punishment 39. Extinction
40. Time Out
41. Response Cost
42. Overcorrection
Section 11: Techniques Based on Emerging Approaches 43. Narrative Therapy
44. Strengths-based Approach
45. Client Advocacy
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