Roles and Contexts in Counselling Psychology

<p><strong><em>Roles and Contexts in Counselling Psychology</em></strong> looks at the different contexts that counselling psychologists typically work within offering a snapshot of the ‘day job’. </p><p>The book provides insights into roles that reflect the human lifespan from birth to death focusing upon specific mental health experiences and considering roles external to healthcare settings such as expert witness and independent practice. Each chapter is written by a counselling psychologist and offers an overview of their particular specialism and their experiences within it bringing a unique transparency and personal insight. The book describes the skills that are required for the different roles and their challenges and rewards. It also discusses how the philosophy of counselling psychology is maintained and explores the associated ethical and legal considerations. Further it takes note of the issues relating to leadership and diversity.</p><p>The book is an essential resource for undergraduate psychology and counselling students and trainee clinical or counselling psychologists as well as qualified practitioners.</p>