Titel: Foundations for Mental Health and Community Counseling: An Introduction to the Profession
Verlag: Pearson (edition 1)
Ver�ffentlichungsdatum: 2006
Sprache: Englisch
ISBN-10: 0131178008
ISBN-13: 9780131178007
Bindung: Paperback
Ausgabe: 1.
Zustand: Good

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Foundations for Mental Health and Community Counseling: An Introduction to the Profession introduces readers to the exciting profession of mental health counseling. The author draws upon his vast experiences in behavioral health, professional associations, and as a counselor educator to provide an inside view of the profession.

The initial section examines the historical and theoretical foundations of mental health and community counseling. It outlines the history of mental health treatment and the development of the various mental heatlh professions. Then, after surveying the unique theoretical foundations of the profession, a comprehensive model of mental health counseling is presented. The second section details the professional identity and credentialing of mental health and professional counselors and then surveys what they do. The final section looks at contemporary trends in the profession, such as managed care and community mental health. Throughout, the text integrates the recently issued 2005 ACA Code of Ethics.

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Foundations for Mental Health and Community Counseling: An Introduction to the Profession

Mark S. Gerig

Professional Perspective. Standards-Based Coverage.

Drawing on his experience in behavioral health, professional associations, and counselor education, Mark Gerig provides an inside view of the mental health and community counseling professions. Built around CACREP standards for mental health and community counseling, the text includes a detailed discussion of theoretical foundations, realistic information or credentialing and professional practice, and contemporary issues and trends affecting the profession. The ACA 2005 Code of Ethics is referenced throughout the book.

Organized in a clear, three-part format:

PART 1: Examines the historical and theoretical foundations of mental health and community counseling, outlining the history of mental health treatment and the development of various mental health professions.
PART 2: Details the professional identity and credentialing of mental health counselors and discusses their work settings and professional practice.
PART 3: Considers contemporary trends in the profession such as managed care and community mental health.

"This text is very practical and clinically relevant for the beginning counseling student."

Margery Shupe, Xavier University

"The overall writing style is engaging, personal, and dynamic... anecdotes and vignettes capture the reader and introduce the topics well."

Judith A. Burnett, Stetson University

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