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‘This book represents a major contribution to the literature of several professions. Presenting an account both rich and broad, the author provides a summary and overview of ‘hope’ from philosophical, nursing, psychotherapeutic and research perspectives.’
Ian Townsend, Associate Lecturer in Counselling, Blackburn College
Engendering ‘hope’ is at the heart of counselling and psychotherapy but, until now, little attempt has been made to actually explain howand why it may be fostered. Understanding the central role of hope in healing and personal growth is an essential element of counsellor training and practice. It forms the basis of the therapeutic relationship and is integral to the very aims and motivation of counselling.
Keeping theory firmly grounded in real-life practice, this book explores:
The nature of hope and how it is conceptualised from different theoretical perspectives.; The common psychotherapeutic practices which engender hope and how they translate into effective practice; The role of the counsellor in the process; How to manage expectations and work effectively with clients suffering with severe and enduring psychological challenges; Hope measures, and how to be a research-informed practitioner.
Packed full of case examples, practical exercise and points for reflection, this book is essential reading for any training or practising healthcare professional looking to understand the role of hope in the process of change.
The Therapist's Hope
The Therapist's Hope
Before exploring the range of hope-inspiring approaches and strategies used in counselling and psychotherapy, we first need to look at the person of the therapist. Who is this person that makes him or herself available to support, to care for, and heal others? What does the therapist bring to the therapeutic encounter that enables the development of hope? What about the therapist's own hope?
It is clear that counsellors and psychotherapists as a group have a deep belief in the possibility of therapeutic change – I suppose if they didn't then they are in the wrong job! Therapists tend to be hopeful people, and maybe it is this quality that encourages others to have hope? However, as we have seen in ...
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