\u003cp\u003eThis unique, user-friendly text distills essential and up-to-date guidelines for students and practitioners of child and adolescent counseling. Featuring concise, step-by-step protocols supported by evidence-based practice, the book is organized in a logical sequence, from setting the stage for the counseling process to the essentials of active counseling. The second edition is distinguished by a more holistic approach to counseling that focuses on the clientâs narrative, goal-setting as a partnership between counselor and client, and heightened sensitivity to all forms of diversity. This includes new content about LBTQIA clients and those suffering from trauma or substance abuse.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second edition focuses on strategies for fostering growth and self-inquiry and presents new information on teaching tools for stress tolerance, negotiating social conflict, and the importance of monitoring progress. Key concepts such as using developmentally appropriate language and activities are addressed, and as are critical issues such as collaborating with parents and other professionals, responding to crisis situations, and counselor self-awareness and self-care. Case examples of client/counselor dialogues along with summary and questions at the end of each chapter illustrate foundational concepts and facilitate critical thinking. An instructor manual is also included.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to the Second Edition:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePromotes goal-setting as a partnership between counselor and client\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFosters sensitivity to LBTQIA clients and other forms of diversity\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes updated section on crisis intervention and effective referral skills\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFocuses on strategies for facilitating client growth and self-inquiry\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDistills new tools for stress tolerance\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTeaches skills for negotiating social conflict and addressing technology use\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDistills essential, practical skills for counseling children and adolescents\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBased on a proven teaching format\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes the most current evidence-based interventions\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOffers a holistic approach to counseling\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAdvocates a strong focus on the client narrative\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e
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