Multiple Intelligence Counselling is the doctoral thesis of the author
Patrick O'Brien. This book explores the thesis that Gardner's theory of
multiple intelligence is an excellent model for counselling and is as
relevant in the therapy room as in classrooms. The book traces 10 case
studies that demonstrate the use of Gradner's theory in connecting with
young clients in the authors practice. Secondly, it argues that the
engagement of children in counselling and the development of rapport is
best undertaken using a Gardner intelligence that the child is quite
comfortable in using. A third point is that Sandplay allowed the
counsellor the greatest flexibility in engaging and integrating all
intelligences presented by Gardner. A higher level synthesis of the
findings is presented in a short fairy tale "Sad knights and magical
days".