Norcross, John C.
Personalizing Psychotherapy: Assessing and Accommodating Patient Preferences
- ISBN 13:
- 9781433834554
- author:
- Norcross, John C.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- American Psychological Association
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 214
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimeters (0.32 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Assessment,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This comprehensive guide provides psychotherapists with practical strategies for assessing and accommodating patient preferences in therapy. By combining empirical research with clinical expertise, Drs John Norcross and Mick Cooper offer a range of tools and techniques to help therapists tailor their approach to individual needs.
The authors explore four key strategies for accommodating client preferences, including adopting them into treatment, adapting the therapist's approach, exploring alternative preferences, and referring patients to another practitioner if necessary. They also discuss the limitations of personalization and how to avoid common errors, such as therapists assuming they know what clients want.
With a focus on respectful, ethical, and professional practice, this book provides valuable insights into evaluating and integrating client preferences in therapy. Clinical cases and patient-therapist dialogues illustrate how to put these strategies into practice, leading to enhanced alliances and improved outcomes.
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