Practice--and theory -- Therapist maneuverability -- Setting the stage for treatment -- The initial interview -- Patient position -- Case planning -- Interventions -- Termination of treatment -- Case study: the aversive adolescent -- Case study: the anxious violinist -- Case study: the stroke victim's family -- Psychotherapy--and beyond
Summary
A comprehensive and detailed manual of psychotherapy for treating a wide range of clinical problems briefly and effectively. Includes case studies with commentary explaining the reasons for the therapist's actions; concludes with a summary of the basic principles of brief therapy and their application to many kinds of human problems
