Clinical Casebook of Couple Therapy

by Alan S. Gurman (Editor)

Lauded as "the definitive handbook of couple therapy," this authoritative work provides a definitive overview of the major models of couple therapy and their clinical applications. In the newly revised and expanded fourth edition, leaders in the field describe the history, theoretical and empirical underpinnings, and methods of each approach. The treatment of specific problems and populations is then addressed, complete with detailed illustrations of therapeutic strategies and techniques. Designed for optimal utility as a practical reference and text, the fourth edition is revised throughout with clinical, conceptual, and research advances. Important new topics include treating borderline personality disorder in couple therapy, working with remarried partners, culturally competent practice with African American clients, and legal and ethical issues.

Genres: Psychology, Relationships, School, Textbooks, Counselling, Mental Health, Grad School

450 pages, Hardcover

First published July 28, 1995

Reviews

[Ash · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a very thorough survey of all the major modalities for couples and family therapy. Why only three stars? The editing. It's terrible. The chapters, with only two or three exceptions, are long and rambling. A great deal within the book is repetitious without being enlightening. So, a good broad yet shallow treatment on the topic.

[Aimee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great overview on working with couples from all systemic theories. I will use this resource often in my future, professional, couples work.

[Teri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent. Well-written and packed with relevant and helpful topics and information. I expect to refer back to a lot of its material.

[Steve · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chapters on Gottman and EFT are excellent

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

MFT Couples 554

[Lisa]

I changed tracks and never read it! Will be keeping as a resource

[Maria Baronov · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good book. Built for couples” therapy, which I don’t practice, but opens up an understanding of the system that help understand an individual at a much deeper level.

[Rocky · Rating 3 out of 5]

My biggest complaint about this book is the small font size and double colums on each page. I have read the intro, Chapter 4 on Emotionally Focused Therapy and Chapter 5 on Gottman's work with relationships. I like that Gurgman got each expert in their part of therapy to write the chaper on their theories and work.

[Emiko · Rating 3 out of 5]

Considering 2015, and the exponential changes regarding LGBT issues, the book still holds valuable insight and reminders for therapists working with couples. Still, the 5th edition would be ideal, which, according to Amazon, is scheduled for release in June (2015).

[darrienmichael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good for its intended purpose as a master's level text book. I'll keep it and refer to it as needed.

[Jamie Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Informative. A lot of information to absorb! Will continue reading this book into the future.

[Dr. Johnson · Rating 1 out of 5]

It's like reading an English book in German. Horrible.

[Alexandra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy to read, good for class lecture.