Counseling Theory and Practice

by Edward S. Neukrug

COUNSELING THEORY AND PRACTICE provides a unique, in-depth presentation of all the major theories of counseling and psychotherapy. Author Edward S. Neukrug discusses twelve theories that cover four broad conceptual approaches: psychodynamic, existential-humanistic, cognitive behavioral, and post-modern. The text effectively demonstrates how counseling theories are applied in real counseling settings.

Genres: Counselling, Psychology, Grad School

656 pages, Hardcover

First published February 5, 2010

Reviews

[Cori · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent textbook! I learned a lot, and it's written in a very engaging way.

[Tyson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed learning about the different theories presented. The format for each was consistent and logical. I would have preferred more visual aids, it's very text-heavy, but not difficult to read. I do wish there were a co-author and/or the book had been edited more carefully, there were several spelling or grammatical errors that made me question how closely it had been edited. A pretty solid textbook though, from my novice perspective in the field.

[Ashton E. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This textbook was super helpful in understanding the basics of the different counseling theories. I like how it laid out the background of each theorist, the perspective on human nature and how it is applicable to treatment including a story to give a picture of it working. There were even some funny counseling jokes I appreciated.

[Alma · Rating 5 out of 5]

highly readable, helpful vignettes, super clear, directly applicable. Loved that he had other clinicians take over for the feminist theory chapter. The way each chapter was broken down was also helpful for conceptualizing and comparing theories

[Jamie Sartin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear and helpful very organized

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great intro book for learning different therapeutic and counseling theories. Well laid-out and informative.

[kayt · Rating 4 out of 5]

had to read for class but learned soooo much about counseling theories

[Lindsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a textbook. It feels like a textbook. It reads like a textbook. I did appreciate the "family goes to therapy" vignettes throughout as they helped put a little skin on the theories. I wouldn't have been drawn to this book outside of graduate school. I'm also curious to know why they chose to highlight the theories they did.