"An ideal introductory text that assumes no prior knowledge, it provides overviews of 26 counselling and psychotherapy approaches, written by leading authors in accessible, jargo-free terms. Each approach is discussed using the same framework to enable easy comparison and evaluation, covering: Development of the therapy; Theory and basic concepts; Practice; Which clients benefit most? Case study. Four further chapters offer an insight into the therapeutic relationship, working with diversity, professional issues, and research, while resources such as suggested reading, discussion issues, appendices of further information and a comprehensive glossary help you consolidate your learning. So look no further if you want to know the differences between counselling and psychotherapy, compare psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories, discover how constructivist approaches can be applied in practice, learn about third wave CBT therapies, or just get a general overview of the field; this second edition of a bestseller will give you a whirlwind tour of the breadth, complexity, fascination and dilemmas of the field of counselling and psychotherapy"--Book jacket.