This book is the ideal introduction to counselling and supporting children and young people. Taking a person-centred approach, Mark Prever offers readers a clear understanding of the theory and practice of working with children and young people in difficulty - whether in a therapeutic, school or social work setting.
This practical text:
- specifically addresses both the counsellor and the 'helper', who may be unfamiliar with counselling jargon
- contains exercises, points for further thought and discussion, and boxed notes thoroughout, highlighting exactly how the theory applies to the child or young person
- discusses ethics, the current political agenda and evidence-based practice.
This book is a must-read for trainees and professionals working with children and young people in the fields of counselling and psychotherapy, education, mental health, nursing, youth work and social work.
PART ONE: THEORY
Why Working with Children and Young People in a Person-Centred Way Is Different
The Person-Centred Approach: Theoretical Framework
Historical, National, Ethical and Legal Issues in Working with Children and Young People
Measuring Outcomes
Why Young People Become Unhappy: The Person-Centred Approach in Context
The Importance of the Relationship
PART TWO: PRACTICE
Working with Feelings and Emotions
Unconditional Positive Regard
Congruence
Empathy
Working Creatively
Developing Person-Centred Skills, Attitudes and Qualities
Key Questions about Working with Children and Young People
Training, Supervision and Well-Being