Category: Mental Health Books

Book Title:

Clinical Psychology (Topics in Applied Psychology).

Author(s): Graham Davey, Nick Lake, and Adrian Whittington (Editors).

Year: 2015.

Edition: Second (2nd).

Publisher: Routledge.

Type(s): Hardcover, Paperback and Kindle.

Synopsis:

Clinical Psychology, Second Edition offers a comprehensive and an up-to-date introduction to the field. Written by clinical practitioners and researchers, as well as service users who add their personal stories, the book provides a broad and balanced view of contemporary clinical psychology.

This new edition has been extensively revised throughout and includes a new section on working with people with disabilities and physical health problems. It also includes a new chapter on career choices, and help and advice on how to move forward into clinical psychology training.

The book starts by explaining the core elements of what a clinical psychologist does and the principles of clinical practice, as well as outlining the role of the clinical psychologist within a healthcare team. It goes on to cover issues involved with working with children and families, adult mental health problems, working with people with disabilities and physical health problems, and the use of neuropsychology. The final part of the book explores current professional issues in clinical psychology, the history and future of clinical psychology, and career options.

The integrated and interactive approach, combined with the comprehensive coverage, make this book the ideal companion for undergraduate courses in clinical psychology, and anyone interested in a career in this field. It will also be of interest to anyone who wants to learn more about the work of a clinical psychologist, including other healthcare professionals.

Book Title:

Clinical Psychology for Trainees: Foundations of Science-Informed Practice.

Author(s): Andrew C. Page and Werner G.K. Stritzke.

Year: 2014.

Edition: Second (2nd).

Publisher: Cambridge University Press.

Type(s): Paperback and Kindle.

Synopsis:

Thoroughly revised, and fully updated for DSM-5, the new edition of this practice-focused book guides clinical psychology trainees through a field which is rapidly evolving. Through real-world exploration of the scientist-practitioner model, the book helps readers to develop the core competencies required in an increasingly interdisciplinary healthcare environment. New chapters cover brief interventions, routine monitoring of treatment progress, and managing alliance ruptures. Practical skills such as interviewing, diagnosis, assessment, treatment and case management are discussed with emphasis on the question ‘how would a scientist-practitioner think and act?’ By demonstrating how an evidence-base can influence every decision that a clinical psychologist makes, the book equips trainees to deliver the accountable, efficient, effective client-centred service which is demanded of professionals in the modern integrated care setting. Essential reading for all those enrolled in, or contemplating, postgraduate studies in clinical psychology.

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.