"Family Art Therapy" is designed to help the reader incorporate clinical art therapy intervention techniques into family therapy practice. Expressive modalities are often used in work with families, particularly visual art forms, and there is already considerable evidence and literature that point to a positive link between the two. This text is unique in that it draws together, for the first time in a single volume, an overview of the evolution of the theories and techniques from the major schools of classic family therapy, integrating them with practical clinical approaches from the field of art therapy.
Parenting Plans For Families After Divorce presents a fresh, contemporary and practical guide that shows divorcing parents how to create a healthy and vibrant Post-Divorce Family. It acknowledges that, while the parties' original family will take on a different form after the divorce, their original family will still exist and need to be nourished. Parenting Plans For Families After Divorce discards the "one size fits all" approach to divorce and provides creative processes and solutions that strive to meet the needs of each family member. Using a step-by-step method, the... More info
As clients and workers, men have largely been ignored in the work that has been done to combat sexism in social work and welfare practise. This study argues that addressing gender injustice within the human services requires an understanding of men as well as of women. The authors analyse how men's position in society affects their relationships with women, and with each other. They also examine the influence of masculine culture on men's self-perception and behaviour. Key practice issues are highlighted throughout the text alongside case studies from a variety... More info
Author Lawrence J. Cohens approach, Playful Parent for raising children can help to: Nurture Close Connections Solve behaviour problems Encourage confidence This welcome reminder that the serious business of parenting can be fun offers ideas for those working with children and families or parents themselves. Chapters Include: The value of being a playful parent Joining in their world Encourage their confidence Follow the giggles Rethink the way we discipline More info
