An Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy: Theory, Research, Practice and Social Purpose

“I urge you to buy this book… One of the best overviews of the philosophy, principles, theories, research and practices of therapy that I have ever read... This book should be read by both beginning and fully qualified therapists – and importantly, by all those involved in designing and delivering training programmes for counsellors and psychotherapists.” Professor Charlotte Sills, Ashridge Business School, Metanoia Institute, UK “If you have been searching for a contemporary book that offers a comprehensive overview of counselling and psychotherapy in straightforward manner whilst also engaging with underlying debates and research evidence, then you have just found it! I highly recommend this book for every counselling and psychotherapy trainee and for seasoned practitioners alike.” Dr Divine Charura, Professor of Counselling Psychology, York St John University, UK “The brilliance of a book such as this one, a uniqueness which sits alongside its longevity and numerous editions, is