Developmental Counseling and Therapy: Promoting Wellness Over the Lifespan

Combining developmental counseling and therapy (DCT) theory with wellness theory and positive psychology, this text provides a foundation for addressing lifespan transitions and developmental issues. Students use case studies, transcripts, and exercises to learn how the major theories relate to actual practice. Special Features: *Throughout the text students learn how to assess individual cognitive/emotional developmental styles and develop treatment plans for diverse clients of all ages. *Application chapters give students the opportunity to use DSM-IV-TR categories, to learn to integrate spiritual issues appropriately and to work with early memories. *Students present a final Portfolio of Competence to show that they have mastered 14 general objectives and are ready to apply developmental theory to their own practice.Jane E. Myers is the author of 'Developmental Counseling and Therapy: Promoting Wellness Over the Lifespan', published 2004 under ISBN 9780618439881 and ISBN 0618439889.