Rebecca Yin Foo – författare

Counselling Adolescents introduces the theory, principles and proactive skills and techniques of counselling this client group, emphasising the importance of understanding each client as a unique individual in the transition from childhood to adult. The Sixth Edition incorporates: 

-Contemporary challenges that shape adolescent development and mental health: the effects of the pandemic, influence of digital environments and social media, and broader family, peer, global and environmental concerns;

-Developments in reflective practice, confidentiality, privacy and the use of technology to ensure practitioners are equipped to navigate the complexities of modern service delivery;

-Content on intersectionality, highlighting how overlapping aspects of identity interact to influence each young person’s experience;

-New case studies that reflect diverse identities and model inclusive, culturally responsive practice;

-Updated Further Resources to support learning;

-An online Resource site with a downloadable 12-session adolescent peer counselling training programme.

An ideal resource for trainee and qualified professionals working with adolescents in counselling and psychotherapy, social work, mental health nursing and education.

Counselling Adolescents introduces the theory, principles and proactive skills and techniques of counselling this client group, emphasising the importance of understanding each client as a unique individual in the transition from childhood to adult. The Sixth Edition incorporates: 

-Contemporary challenges that shape adolescent development and mental health: the effects of the pandemic, influence of digital environments and social media, and broader family, peer, global and environmental concerns;

-Developments in reflective practice, confidentiality, privacy and the use of technology to ensure practitioners are equipped to navigate the complexities of modern service delivery;

-Content on intersectionality, highlighting how overlapping aspects of identity interact to influence each young person’s experience;

-New case studies that reflect diverse identities and model inclusive, culturally responsive practice;

-Updated Further Resources to support learning;

-An online Resource site with a downloadable 12-session adolescent peer counselling training programme.

An ideal resource for trainee and qualified professionals working with adolescents in counselling and psychotherapy, social work, mental health nursing and education.

The definitive guide to the skills and techniques used when working with children experiencing emotional problems, this book covers all you need to know about: 

This fifth edition has been updated to include:

The book is supported by a new companion website that provides training materials and handouts on a range of skills for counselling children including: helping the child to tell their story sand tray work, the use of miniature animals, the use of clay, and helping the child to change thoughts and behaviour.

This highly practical guide is vital reading for counsellors, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, nurses and teachers working or training to work with children.

Now in its fifth edition, this definitive guide to counselling adolescents has introduced thousands of trainees and practitioners to the theory, principles, skills and techniques of proactively counselling this client group. With over 4 hours of online resources, this multi-disciplinary book uses case studies and examples to demonstrate how a diversity of needs requires a diversity of approaches and skills through a variety of settings. It is essential reading for trainees and practitioners in counselling, social work, the allied health professions and education.

Now in its fifth edition, this definitive guide to counselling adolescents has introduced thousands of trainees and practitioners to the theory, principles, skills and techniques of proactively counselling this client group. With over 4 hours of online resources, this multi-disciplinary book uses case studies and examples to demonstrate how a diversity of needs requires a diversity of approaches and skills through a variety of settings. It is essential reading for trainees and practitioners in counselling, social work, the allied health professions and education.

Now in its fifth edition, this definitive guide to counselling adolescents has introduced thousands of trainees and practitioners to the theory, principles, skills and techniques of proactively counselling this client group. With over 4 hours of online resources, this multi-disciplinary book uses case studies and examples to demonstrate how a diversity of needs requires a diversity of approaches and skills through a variety of settings. It is essential reading for trainees and practitioners in counselling, social work, the allied health professions and education.

The definitive guide to the skills, techniques, and concepts used when working with children experiencing emotional challenges. It covers all you need to know about:·         The child-counsellor relationship·         Practice frameworks for working effectively·         Play therapy and the use of different media and activities·         Building self-esteem and social skills through the use of worksheets·         The concepts of wellbeing and resilience.New to this edition:·         Technology: its influence on children and ways it can be used in counselling·         Counselling in a post-pandemic world and the role of remote counselling and ‘telehealth’ ·         More discussion of issues of diversity, difference, intersectionality, implicit bias, and an inclusive practice·         Updated case studies to affirm diversity and represent wider populace·         Expanded and updated end of chapter further resources·         Updated conclusion (with reflections on the pandemic)·         Greater focus on inclusive practice and how SPICC model can be applied across various social/cultural groups.Online resources include digital picture books, worksheets and a list of further reading to support your professional practice and help you extend your learning.This highly practical guide is a vital resource for counsellors, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, nurses, and teachers working or training to work with children.

The definitive guide to the skills, techniques, and concepts used when working with children experiencing emotional challenges. It covers all you need to know about:·         The child-counsellor relationship·         Practice frameworks for working effectively·         Play therapy and the use of different media and activities·         Building self-esteem and social skills through the use of worksheets·         The concepts of wellbeing and resilience.New to this edition:·         Technology: its influence on children and ways it can be used in counselling·         Counselling in a post-pandemic world and the role of remote counselling and ‘telehealth’ ·         More discussion of issues of diversity, difference, intersectionality, implicit bias, and an inclusive practice·         Updated case studies to affirm diversity and represent wider populace·         Expanded and updated end of chapter further resources·         Updated conclusion (with reflections on the pandemic)·         Greater focus on inclusive practice and how SPICC model can be applied across various social/cultural groups.Online resources include digital picture books, worksheets and a list of further reading to support your professional practice and help you extend your learning.This highly practical guide is a vital resource for counsellors, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, nurses, and teachers working or training to work with children.