Counseling in Relationships
Insights for Helping Families Develop Healthy Connections
by Marion Brown, PhD, RSW; Vicki Enns, MMFT, RMFT; Marwa Fadol, MA, RPsych; Elaine Conrad, MEd, RP; Carl Heaman-Warne, MMFT, RMFT; John Koop Harder, MSW, RSW; Sheri Coburn, MSW, RSW; Lori McIsaac Bewsher, MSW, RSW; Jody Lambert, MMFT, RMFT, CCC; Noela Crowe-Salazar, MSW, RSW
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Pub Date Jan 11 2021 | Archive Date Jun 15 2021
Description
Healthy connections in family relationships are central to human wellness and resilience. When people feel a strong sense of belonging, they are more prepared to manage life’s challenges. As helpers and counselors, we are better able to support growth and change in those we work with by considering the bigger picture of their interactions and recognizing the patterns of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors that promote and constrain their connections.
This book explores guiding principles for working effectively with families. Authors address relationship dynamics including those among parents and teens, couples, and adoptive, blended, and single parent families. Broader themes related to intergenerational trauma, race, and systemic oppression are also considered.
Each author shares stories and insights drawn from their personal experiences and research. Building on the core themes of attachment, relational resilience, and cultural diversity, the strategies they offer will guide helpers in facilitating healthy connections within relationships.
Learn how to support a variety of family relationships including:
Parent and Teen Relationships
Couple Relationships
Immigrant and Refugee Families
Single Parent Families
Blended Families
Engaging Fathers
Adoptive Families
Foster Families
Purposeful Single Parenting
Indigenous Insights for All Counselors
Advance Praise
"Counseling in Relationships captures a wide scope of the present-day human experience from the therapist's perspective in a practical and digestible way."
- Jennifer Heinrichs, Practicum Coordinator , Aurora Family Therapy Centre
"I found the strategies in this book to be helpful in navigating the various forms of family relationships that exist in today’s complex environment."
- Dustyne Lefurgey, Program Coordinator , Ndinawe Youth Resource Centre
This book is a refreshing read and illustrates the importance of approaching counseling from a client-centred perspective.
- Katina Russell, Clinical Case Manager , Family Plus/Life Solutions
Counseling in Relationships is laid out in an accessible, easy-to-read format and provides helpful guidance and opportunities for self-reflection throughout.
- Prabhjit (Penny) Gill, Counselling Therapist , Thrive Community Support Circle
This book moves the reader into action by providing well-researched and timely examples, inspired by the authors’ own experiences in compassionate counseling.
- Erwin Thiessen, Social Worker/Family Therapist
This is a great resource for anyone in the helping profession who works with families.
- Buetta Warkentin, Associate Professor of Social Work, Booth University College
Counseling in Relationships is informative, easy to read, and has an abundance of practical case examples that validate the therapeutic relationship of meeting clients where they’re at.
- Robyn DeLong-McKinnon, Co-Owner, Family Matters Counselling Services Inc.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781988617138 |
| PRICE | $21.99 (USD) |
Links
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Featured Reviews
Aleksandra N, Reviewer
Absolutely a must have for therapists or anyone who wants to improve their relationship. Knowledgeable information that is applicable in the therapeutic setting with clients.
Abby S, Educator
Another great book to add to my counseling library. There aren't many books out there from the Relational Cultural perspective. As a counselor who works from this theory, this book was very helpful. Various relationship types are covered, case examples provided, and specific tips are included.
Alexis E, Reviewer
I really appreciated the trauma informed approach that was taken in this book. There are a variety of family relationships represented, making it well rounded and relatable. I found it to be a great tool to add to my toolbox.
Educator 606814
Helpful resource for counseling so many different types of relationships. I really appreciate that this is authored by so many different people, unlike other resources I’ve used.
Tracey B, Reviewer
This was an interesting read. I personally think it's more aimed at someone training to be a counselor. That being said I still found some soundbites to take away and use in my life and thought processes when communicating with others.
Grace Q, Media/Journalist
Counselling in Relationships gathers reflections of leaders and professionals in the field to consider aspects of counselling and relationships. There are insightful and thoughtful reflections. It covers issues of intersectional approaches and oppression. Themes covered include couple work, single parent families and blended families,
Ashlie S, Reviewer
I have a passion for psychology and I’m always aiming for self improvement. This book was insightful to me due to the case studies and the research that was conducted. I’ll be applying some of the key points in my life. Whether you are a psychologist or somebody who could use treatment from a psychologist (all of us!!!!) this is a great book for you.
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