Counselling Children : A Practical Introduction

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 resour

ces 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. [Publisher's text].

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