Clinical Social Work Practice in Behavioral Mental Health

Clinical Social Work Practice in Behavioral Mental Health
Author: Roberta G. Sands
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Longman
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2001
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

This book provides an in-depth and very modern approach to clinical social work with clients in mental health settings. This is a revision of a book originally titled Clinical Social Work Practice in Community Mental Health. The "community mental health" approach is now dated, and this revision features "behavioral" mental health, which is a newer and "postmodern" approach. The postmodern perspective is client-oriented, and helps the practitioner to be aware of underlying biases. This perspective is explained in Chapter 1 and is included in every chapter by featuring clients' "voices," particularly at the beginning and end of the chapters. Important new topics include managed care and measurement of outcomes, both of which are woven throughout and featured in Chapters 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 13. For social work practitioners specializing in mental health.

Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice

Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice
Author: Eda Goldstein
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2009-08-22
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0231143192

Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice traces the development of relational ideas from their origin in object relations and self psychology to their evolution in current relational, intersubjectivity, and attachment theory. Relational treatment emphasizes openness and collaboration between client and therapist, mutual impact, the client's subjectivity, and the therapist's empathy, genuineness, and use of the self in therapeutic interaction. The approach treats the relationship and dialogue between client and therapist as crucial to the change process and shows how the therapeutic relationship can be used to help clients and therapists bridge differences, examine similarities, overcome impasses, and manage enactments. The relational emphasis on the subjective experience of both client and therapist is beautifully illustrated throughout this book as the authors draw from their clinical work with clients from diverse backgrounds, including gay and lesbian clients, immigrants, and clients of color. They demonstrate how relational principles and techniques can be applied to multiple problems in social work practice& mdash;for example, life crises and transitions, physical and sexual abuse, mental disorders, drug addiction, and the loss of a loved one. The authors also discuss the integration of relational constructs in short-term treatment and with families and groups. This volume opens with a historical perspective on the role of relational thinking in social work and the evolution of relational theory. It presents an overview of the key concepts in relational theory and its application throughout the treatment process with diverse clients and in different practice modalities. The book concludes with a discussion of the challenges in learning and teaching new theoretical and practice paradigms, particularly in creating a more mutual exchange in the classroom and during supervision.

Theory & Practice in Clinical Social Work

Theory & Practice in Clinical Social Work
Author: Jerrold R. Brandell
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 1475
Release: 2010-02-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1483305678

This thoroughly updated resource is the only comprehensive anthology addressing frameworks for treatment, therapeutic modalities, and specialized clinical issues, themes, and dilemmas encountered in clinical social work practice. Editor Jerrold R. Brandell and other leading figures in the field present carefully devised methods, models, and techniques for responding to the needs of an increasingly diverse clientele. Key Features Coverage of the most commonly used theoretical frameworks and systems in social work practice Entirely new chapters devoted to clinical responses to terrorism and natural disasters, clinical case management, neurobiological theory, cross-cultural clinical practice, and research on clinical practice Completely revised chapters on psychopharmacology, dynamic approaches to brief and time-limited clinical social work, and clinical practice with gay men Content on the evidentiary base for clinical practice New, detailed clinical illustrations in many chapters offering valuable information about therapeutic process dimensions and the use of specialized methods and clinical techniques Accompanied by Robust Ancillaries. The password-protected Instructor Teaching Site of the companion site includes a test bank, recommended readings, and relevant Internet websites. The open-access Student Study Site offers chapter summaries, keywords, recommended Web sites, and recommended readings. The extensive breadth of coverage makes this book an essential source of information for students in advanced practice courses and practicing social workers alike.

Neurobiology for Clinical Social Work

Neurobiology for Clinical Social Work
Author: Jeffrey S Applegate
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2005-07-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780393704204

Current brain research bears on all of the helping professions. This book informs clinical social workers and social work educators about new findings from research on attachment and neurobiology. Topics include brain structure and organization, brain plasticity, normal and abnormal attachment, early trauma, adolescent mothers, parental depression, child abuse and neglect, and assessment and intervention strategies.

Integrative Clinical Social Work Practice

Integrative Clinical Social Work Practice
Author: F. Diane Barth
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2014-02-18
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1493903519

In recent history the practice of medicine and mental health has been increasingly eclectic as more and more practitioners harness seemingly disparate therapies and techniques to arrive at clinical breakthroughs. But while social work professionals have been involved in integrative practice informally and intuitively for years, resources to bring structure to this therapeutic concept have been few and far between. In response, Integrative Social Work Practice offers innovative ways of conceptualizing cases, communicating with clients and making better therapeutic use of client individuality. Rich in research, evidence-based and clinical material from a variety of settings, the book begins with the basic organizing principles behind effective integrative practice. Real-world examples flesh out the theoretical rationales and psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral and developmental methods are shown in practical context. The author also demonstrates how to balance flexibility and boundaries and manage diverse and even conflicting theories, while providing clear guidelines on: Integrating key psychotherapeutic approaches into social work. Using somatic knowledge to enhance therapy. Making assessments and choosing interventions. Applying an integrative approach to therapeutic relationships. Creating manageable goals based on small steps. Building and working with an integrative team. An important step forward in both professional development and the larger therapeutic picture, Integrative Social Work Practice benefits researchers and practitioners as well as supervisors and students in social work and counseling.

Evidence-Based Practice in Clinical Social Work

Evidence-Based Practice in Clinical Social Work
Author: James W. Drisko
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2012-04-23
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 146143470X

Evidence-Based Practice in Clinical Social Work introduces the key ideas of evidence-based clinical social work practice and their thoughtful application. It intends to inform practitioners and to address the challenges and needs faced in real world practice. This book lays out the many strengths of the EBP model, but also offers perspectives on its limitations and challenges. An appreciative but critical perspective is offered throughout. Practical issues (agency supports, access to research resources, help in appraising research) are addressed - and some practical solutions offered. Ethical issues in assessment/diagnosis, working with diverse families to make treatment decisions, and delivering complex treatments requiring specific skill sets are also included.

Clinical Social Work Practice

Clinical Social Work Practice
Author: Marlene G. Cooper
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Clinical sociology
ISBN: 9780205308569

This graduate textbook presents psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, and postmodern approaches to counseling, with the unifying theme of the therapeutic relationship. Each of the clinical chapters explains a particular theoretical model, then moves to assessment and treatment within that conceptual framework. Dialogue is provided to illustrate how theory guides practice. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.

Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach with Enhanced Pearson Etext -- Access Card Package

Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach with Enhanced Pearson Etext -- Access Card Package
Author: Marlene Cooper
Publisher: Pearson
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2014-07-16
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780133884661

NOTE: Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for the Enhanced Pearson eText may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. This package includes the Enhanced Pearson eText and the bound book Integrates theory and practice on multiple levels. Developed from the authors' experiences as practitioners and clinical faculty, Clinical Social Work Practice, 5/e provides students with a method for integrating clinical theories and practice with diverse clients. This student-friendly book addresses assessment within a theoretical framework that considers the use of DSM-V and the mental status exam. Richly diverse case studies, drawn from practice experience, are integrated throughout and show how theory is applied to work with individuals, families, groups, and children and adolescents. To better help students understand the field, the authors' clinical social work is presented authentically, describing both successes as well as their mistakes. Improve mastery and retention with the Enhanced Pearson eText The Enhanced Pearson eText provides a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content. The Enhanced Pearson eText is: Engaging. The new interactive, multimedia learning features were developed by the authors and other subject-matter experts to deepen and enrich the learning experience. Convenient. Enjoy instant online access from your computer or download the Pearson eText App to read on or offline on your iPad® and Android® tablet.* Affordable. Experience the advantages of the Enhanced Pearson eText along with all the benefits of print for 40% to 50% less than a print bound book. *The Pearson eText App is available on Google Play and in the App Store. It requires Android OS 3.1-4, a 7" or 10" tablet, or iPad iOS 5.0 or later. 013388466X / 9780133884661 Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0205956378 / 9780205956371 Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach 0205956874 / 9780205956876 Clinical Social Work Practice: An Integrated Approach, Pearson eText -- Access Card

Clinical Social Work Practice

Clinical Social Work Practice
Author: Sharon B. Berlin
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2002
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

Social workers have been using cognitive methods of intervention for decades. They have borrowed elements of cognitive therapy to augment work undertaken with particular clients and have followed cognitive therapy protocols more completely when client problems seem to call for it. However many uses of cognitive therapy in social work settings require difficult, on-the-spot juggling. In these cases, it is the social worker's job to relate cognitive therapy's internally focused explanations and interventions to the client's particular problems and situations-problems and situations that are inescapably linked to environmental demands and deprivations. Clinical Social Work Practice presents a comprehensive cognitive perspective on social work clinical practice. It is a perspective that bridges an internal focus on how people think about themselves--traditionally, cognitive psychology's realm--with a look outward to consider the kinds of meaning-making options their environments afford. In going beyond the usual cursory acknowledgement of larger environmental influences on personal problems, this book not only offers a framework that is likely to be welcomed by social workers, it will also have strong appeal to a full range of other helping professions who recognize this gap in theories of therapy. The theoretical grounding for this cognitive-integrative approach is drawn from a range of neurological, social, psychological, and social work theories. It is laid out carefully and clearly and balanced with a generous offering of detailed clinical examples and practice guidelines. It is a perfect introduction to cognitive therapy for both social work students in advanced social work practice courses and practicing social work therapists.

Social Work Practice in Healthcare

Social Work Practice in Healthcare
Author: Karen M. Allen
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 817
Release: 2015-04-10
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1483353184

Social Work Practice in Health Care by Karen M. Allen and William J. Spitzer is a pragmatic and comprehensive book that helps readers develop the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effective health care social work practice, as well as an understanding of the technological, social, political, ethical, and financial factors affecting contemporary patient care. Packed with case studies and exercises, the book emphasizes the importance of being attentive to both patient and organizational needs, covers emerging trends in health care policy and delivery, provides extensive discussion of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and addresses social work practice across the continuum of care.