Handbook of Psychotherapy for Clinicians (English Edition)

This Handbook of Psychotherapy for Clinicians, written for trainees is a major contribution to the field of psychotherapy education. Although there are many texts on psychotherapy, there are few texts written so clearly, and eloquently for the learner. Professor Hanwella and Dr. Suraweera have outlined the key ingredients essential for all therapists to learn so that they may develop a good rapport and sound therapeutic alliances with their patients. Step by step guidelines are provided on how to achieve this, and on how to deliver specific psychotherapies. A brief, yet comprehensive review of the specific therapies is presented in each chapter, and this will help the learner understand the historical development and basic principles of each therapy. This is a must read for all trainees in psychotherapy and for those mental health professionals new to the field.

Priyanthy Weerasekera MD, M.Ed, FRCPC
Professor & Postgraduate Psychotherapy Coordinator
McMaster University, Hamilton Canada