(Ebook) Family Therapy: Concepts and Methods by Michael P. Nichols, Sean Davis ISBN 9780135843062, 0135843065

(Ebook) Family Therapy: Concepts and Methods by Michael P. Nichols, Sean Davis ISBN 9780135843062, 0135843065

An authoritative, readable, informative guide to the field of family therapyLong considered the standard of excellence - the best introduction and guide to the practice of family therapy available - Family Therapy explores the rich history and contemporary practice of the entire field. Thorough, thoughtful, fair, and balanced, this accessible resource presents ideas and techniques that give readers a clear focus on clinical practice. While exploring the history, the classic schools, and the latest developments in the field, the 12th Edition puts an increased, pragmatic focus on clinical practice, including the author's observations of actual sessions with leading practitioners, as well as the best case studies of several invited master therapists. Included are new case studies, a new chapter on research in family therapy, an expanded and updated section on technology, and many more content changes that bring the reader up to date on the latest and most critical issues in the field today.This title is also available digitally via MyLab Helping Professions, which includes the Pearson eText.By combining trusted authors' content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student.