Introduction to Clinical Psychology [Paperback]

Introduction to Clinical Psychology: An Evidence-Based Approach, 4th Edition?by University of Ottawa authors Catherine M. Lee and John Hunsley introduces students to the theories and practices of clinical psychology and conveys the important work done by clinical psychologists. This text is designed to be helpful not only to those who will go on to careers in clinical psychology, but also to those who will choose other career paths.?

Preface iv
Acknowledgements vii
About the Authors viii

1 The Evolution of Clinical Psychology 1
Introduction 1
Defining the Nature and Scope of Clinical Psychology 3
Evidence-Based Practice in Psychology 7
Mental Health Professions 8
Counselling Psychology 8
School Psychology 10
Psychiatry 10
Clinical Social Work 11
Other Mental Health Professions 12
Availability of Mental Health Service Providers 13
A Brief History of Clinical Psychology 14
The Roots of Clinical Psychology 14
The History of Assessment in Clinical Psychology 15
The History of Intervention in Clinical Psychology 20
The History of Prevention in Clinical Psychology 25
The Future 25
Summary and Conclusions 25

2 Contemporary Clinical Psychology 27
Introduction 27
Activities of Clinical Psychologists 28
Assessment and Diagnosis 29
Intervention 32
Prevention 35
Consultation 35
Research 37
Teaching and Supervision 38
Administration 39
Employment Settings 39
The Two Pillars of Clinical Psychology: Science and Ethics 40
Training in Clinical Psychology 43
Models of Training in Clinical Psychology lcB