Book Title:
Clinical Psychology in Practice.
Author(s): Helen Beinart, Paul Kennedy, and Susan Llewelyn (Editors).
Year: 2009.
Edition: First (1st).
Publisher: WB.
Type(s): Paperback and eBook.
Synopsis:
Academic, clinical and research aspects are offered in collaboration with clinical practitioners, who provide the clinical experience to foster the development of competencies in Health and Social Care.
- Provides a clear, authoritative and lively introduction to the practice of clinical psychology.
- Explains succinctly the range of competencies which a psychologist is expected to possess, and how these can be applied in a variety of contexts.
- Key issues covered include awareness of the social context, the need for responsive and flexible practice, and respect for diversity.
- Examples and principles are provided which demonstrate the clinical psychologist in action, and explain why and how they work as they do.
