About the Book: Theory and Methods in Social Research: 2nd Edition
From leading skills expert Richard Nelson-Jones, this Third Edition remains the
most accessible and practical introduction to the basic counselling skills
essential for the helping professions.
Steeped in vivid case examples, experimental activities and therapeutic
dialogue, this book provides a thorough, step-by-step guide to the subject,
working through each stage of the helping process.
The key skills covered include:
- Starting, structuring and summarizing the helping process
- Active listening
- Offering challenges and feedback
- Facilitating problem solving
- Improving clients' self-talk, rules and perceptions
- Coaching, demonstrating and rehearsing
- Managing resistance and changing referrals
- Conducting middle sessions and