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In today's managed-care environment, therapeutic techniques must be proven to be effective to be reimbursable. This comprehensive volume is written by leaders in the field and collects classic and emerging evidence-based and cognitive behavioral therapy treatments therapists can use when working with children and adolescents.... read more

This volume is a guide to the application of cognitive therapy to child problems, with particular focus on self-control methods, and on the author's model for working with children, in family and school settings.

This practical volume offers a complete guide to doing cognitive therapy with children and adolescents. Within a clear theoretical framework, the authors describe how to adapt cognitive therapy principles and procedures to the unique needs of distressed children and their parents.

This highly practical book presents an evidence-based individual therapy approach for children and adolescents experiencing anger problems. Comprising 10 child sessions and 3 parent sessions, the treatment addresses anger management, problem solving, and social skills. Sessions are described in step-by-step detail, complete w... read more

A professional book aimed at practitioners and practitioners in training, this volume is the first attempt to provide a comprehensive, practical approach to the assessment and treatment of physically abused children.
While there are other books that cover certain aspects of assessment and treatment, this book is com... read more

For most of us, having a baby is the most profound, intense, and fascinating experience of our lives. Now scientists and philosophers are starting to appreciate babies, too. The last decade has witnessed a revolution in our understanding of infants and young children. Scientists used to believe that babies were irrational, an... read more

This second edition of the hugely successful Handbook of Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology, incorporates important advances in the field to provide a reliable and accessible source of practical advice. Beginning with a set of general conceptual frameworks for practice, the book gives specific guidance on the manage... read more

This book provides practical strategies for teaching conflict resolution skills that help prevent bullying and violence for a safe and peaceful school environment. Modes of practice include peer mediation, narrative counseling, circle conversations, undercover anti-bullying team, "facing up to violence" groups, and restorativ... read more

A guide to skills and strategies which can be used in working with children who are experiencing emotional problems. It sets out the authors' model of sequentially-planned integrative counseling for children (SPICC) and describes the specific techniques which practitioners can use to help children tell their story and release... read more

This book by a clinical psychologist was highly commended in the British Medical Association 2003 Medical Book Competition. “A wealth of experience in a highly accessible volume.” - European Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. “A good, clear synthesis of the techniques that are availableâ€Ã... read more

This popular text provides essential knowledge and skills for conducting creative, strengths-based group work with adolescents. A rich introduction to the field, enlivened by numerous illustrations from actual sessions, the book provides principles and guidelines for practice in a wide range of settings. Andrew Malekoff c... read more

"Hidden Treasure" is a follow up to Oaklander's first book, "Windows To Our Children". Most of the books available in working with this population are written from a traditional 'play therapy' point of view. The Gestalt Therapy-based approach provides a more effective method for psychotherapeutic work with children of all age... read more

This book presents selected papers from a July 1999 conference, held in New Zealand. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child provides a reference point for discussions on children and trauma, children's rights and education, and actions of governments to implement the Convention. Contributors represent an int... read more

Personality traits are pervasive and enduring patterns of the ways individuals perceive, relate to, think about, and behave within their environment. When these traits become inflexible and maladaptive they constitute personality disorders. This edited volume will explore the clinical reality of personality disorders in the e... read more

"Sexuality in Adolescence: Current Trends" considers the latest theory and research on adolescent development, focusing on sexuality as a vital aspect of normal, healthy maturation. Biological changes are discussed within a social context, and the latest research is presented on key issues of our time, including changes in te... read more

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This comprehensive handbook aims to serve as a major resource for all those involved in group work with children and adolescents. Bringing together the skills, practical experience and expertise of a wide range of contributors, it provides comprehensive analysis and practical guidance on all aspects of the subject under five ... read more

In this engaging guide, Matthew Selekman presents cutting-edge strategies for helping children and their families overcome a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.About the author:Matthew D. Selekman, MSW, LCSW, Codirector, Partners for Collaborative Solutions, Evanston, IL, USA

Treatment of Cerebral Palsy and Motor Delay is first and foremost a practical book, a distillation of Sophie Levitt's considerable experience in treating those affected by cerebral palsy. This fifth edition outlines therapeutic approaches and suggests treatment and management options, providing a wealth of practical informati... read more

The legal system requires mental health professionals to provide research summaries to support their evaluations in child custody cases. Contributions from leading developmental researchers, legal professionals, and clinicians describe how scientific evidence is properly used in court. Timely and current, this book helps eval... read more