A Short Introduction to Counselling Psychology [Paperback]

A Short Introduction to Counselling Psychology brings together a wide range of relevant information on the theory and practice of counseling psychology, written through the lens of direct practitioner experience and incorporating a global perspective. This accessible text provides concrete information on historical developments in the field as a whole, on training requirements and paths, on careers and domains of practice, and on the kinds of tasks and challenges that practitioners deal with in different settings.A Short Introduction to Counselling Psychology brings together a wide range of relevant information on the theory and practice of counseling psychology, written through the lens of direct practitioner experience and incorporating a global perspective. This accessible text provides concrete information on historical developments in the field as a whole, on training requirements and paths, on careers and domains of practice, and on the kinds of tasks and challenges that practitioners deal with in different settings.The term counselling psychology has tended to mean all things to all people, so it is with a sigh of relief to come across such a definitive text about this areaalready givenOrlans and Van Scoyocs  A Short Introduction to Counselling Psychology provides a succinct yet thorough theoretical and practice-based account of what counselling psychology is and the activities that counselling psychologists engage in as professionals. This text is particularly useful for individuals who are considering further applied psychology training following their undergraduate degree or counselling qualifications. The chapter on Careers and Practice in Counselling Psychology provides readers with information regarding different employment opportunities and sectors in which counselling psychologists practice; here, the brief vignettes are revealing and engaging, highlighting the myriad influences of counselling psychology aclÃ^