Four Approaches to Counselling and Psychotherapy provides an essential
introduction to and overview of the main models of psychotherapy and
counselling. With a new preface from Windy Dryden, this Classic Edition
traces the development of counselling and psychotherapy, and examines
the relationship between the two.
The authors consider the four main models - psychodynamic, humanistic,
integrative and cognitive-behavioural - before focusing on the most
popular approach for each, including person-centred, rational emotive
behavioural, and multimodal. Each approach is clearly examined in terms
of its historical context and development, its main theoretical concepts
and its aims.
Written clearly and concisely, the book will have international appeal
as an ideal introductory text for all those embarking on psychotherapy
and counselling courses. It will also prove invaluable to students
requiring a clear introduction to the subject.