<P><EM>Core Clinical Competencies in Counseling and Psychotherapy</EM> addresses the core competencies common to the effective practice of all psychotherapeutic approaches and includes specific intervention competencies of the three major orientations. </P>
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<P>This second edition emphasizes six core competencies common to the effective practice of all psychotherapeutic approaches. It includes the most commonly used intervention competencies of the cognitive-behavioral approaches-including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy-psychodynamic approaches, and systemic approaches. This highly readable and easily accessible book enhances the knowledge and skill base of clinicians-both novice and experienced. The second edition has been fully revised throughout and includes a new appendix featuring handouts and worksheets. </P>
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<P>This book is essential to practicing clinicians and trainees in all mental health specialties, such as counseling, counseling psychology, clinical psychology, family therapy, social work, and psychiatry.</P>