| Using Drawings in Assessment and Therapy: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals Contributor(s): Oster, Gerald D. (Author), Gould Crone, Patricia (Author) |
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ISBN: 1583910379 ISBN-13: 9781583910375 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $59.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2004 Annotation: This is an updated version of the very successful first edition which condenses and synthesizes a variety of drawing directives that aid clinicians in the assessment process, as well as in therapy. The new edition will update literature reviews, provide new case studies and art work. Its unique blend of assessment techniques and therapeutic uses of drawing make the book appealing to all mental health professionals, from therapists and counselors through to psychiatrists. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Mental Health - Medical | Psychiatry - General - Psychology | Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior |
| Dewey: 616.891 |
| LCCN: 2004002317 |
| Physical Information: 0.74" H x 7.16" W x 10" (1.37 lbs) 350 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This highly practical book provides useful drawing directives to clinicians involved in the assessment and treatment of individuals, families, and groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The authors present many case histories to show how the various aspects of drawing techniques can be integrated and applied in clinical practice. Using Drawings in Assessment and Therapy is vividly illustrated with over 90 drawings, which are used to describe how the therapeutic interaction can be enhanced by adding this method to the clinician's repertoire. This second edition condenses and synthesizes a variety of drawing directives that aid clinicians in the assessment process and in therapy. It also features updated literature reviews, with new case studies and accompanying art work. All therapists who are involved or interested in art therapy will gain a wealth of information, insight, and practical tips from this thorough volume. |