Counselling and Supporting Children and Young People : A Person-Centred Approach

This book is the ideal introduction to counselling and supporting children and young people. Taking a person-centred approach, Mark Prever offers readers a clear understanding of the theory and practice of working with children and young people in difficulty - whether in a therapeutic, school or social work setting.This practical text:- specifically addresses both the counsellor and the 'helper', who may be unfamiliar with counselling jargon- contains exercises, points for further thought and discussion, and boxed notes thoroughout, highlighting exactly how the theory applies to the child or young person- discusses ethics, the current political agenda and evidence-based practice.This book is a must-read for trainees and professionals working with children and young people in the fields of counselling and psychotherapy, education, mental health, nursing, youth work and social work.

Mark Prever is counsellor, trainer and supervisor, and lead professional for Every Child Matters at Yardleys School in Birmingham.