Being Brain Wise Therap Pa
, by Badenoch,BonnieNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780393705546 | 0393705544
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 7/17/2008
Neuroscientific discoveries have begun to illuminate the workings of the activebrain in intricate detail. In fact, sometimes it seems that in order to be a cutting-edgetherapist, not only do you need knowledge of traditional psychotherapeuticmodels, but a solid understanding of the role the brain plays as well. But theoryis never enough. You also need to know how to apply the theories to work withactual clients during sessions. In easy-to-understand prose, Being a Brain-Wise Therapist reviews the basicprinciples about brain structure, function, and development, and explainsthe neurobiological correlates of some familiar diagnostic categories. Youwill learn how to make theory come to life in the midst of clinical work, sothat the principles of interpersonal neurobiology can be applied to a range ofpatients and issues, such as couples, teens, and children, and those dealingwith depression, anxiety, and other disorders. Liberal use of exercises and casehistories enliven the material and make this an essential guide for seamlesslyintegrating the latest neuroscientific research into your therapeutic practice.