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Mastering Competencies in Family Therapy: A Practical Approach to Theory and Clinical Case Documentation (SAB 230 Family Therapy) 1st Edition

by Diane R. Gehart (Author)
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MASTERING COMPETENCIES IN FAMILY THERAPY: THEORY-BASED ASSESSMENT provides a competency-based approach to teaching clinical skills in marriage and family therapy, an approach already adopted by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Using a light and inviting tone, Gehart offers a comprehensive five-step model for competent treatment which includes case conceptualization, clinical assessment (diagnosis) and case management, treatment planning, evaluation of progress, and documentation. The work also includes a set of useful clinical forms that can be applied in practice environments, as well as an introduction to the importance of theory and evidence-based practice in all five steps.
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  1. ISBN-10
    0495597244
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0495597247
  3. Edition
    1st
  4. Publisher
    Brooks Cole
  5. Publication date
    March 20, 2009
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.75 x 10.75 inches
  8. Print length
    528 pages
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About the Author

Dr. Diane R. Gehart is a Professor in the Marriage, Family, and Couple Counseling Program at California State University, Northridge. Having taught and supervised students in counseling and family therapy for 20 years, she has authored numerous books, including MINDFULNESS AND ACCEPTANCE IN COUPLE AND FAMILY THERAPY, THE COMPLETE COUNSELING ASSESSMENT SYSTEM, MASTERING COMPETENCIES IN FAMILY THERAPY, THEORY AND TREATMENT PLANNING IN COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY, and THE COMPLETE MFT CORE COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM. She is also co-editor of COLLABORATIVE THERAPY: RELATIONSHIPS AND CONVERSATIONS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE and co-author of THEORY-BASED TREATMENT PLANNING FOR MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS. Her two newest books are forthcoming: THEORY AND TREATMENT PLANNING IN FAMILY THERAPY and CASE DOCUMENTATION IN COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY. Dr. Gehart has written on postmodern therapies, mindfulness, mental health recovery, sexual abuse treatment, gender issues, children and adolescents, client advocacy, qualitative research, and education in family therapy. She speaks internationally, having conducted workshops to professional and general audiences in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Mexico. Her work has been featured in newspapers, radio shows, and television worldwide. She is an associate faculty member at three international post-graduate training institutes: the Taos Institute, Houston Galveston Institute, and the Marburg Institute for Collaborative Studies in Germany. Additionally, she is an active leader in state and national professional organizations. She maintains a private practice in Agoura Hills, California, specializing in couples, families, trauma, life transitions, and difficult-to-treat cases.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Brooks Cole; 1st edition (March 20, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 528 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0495597244
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0495597247
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.3 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.75 x 10.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 60 ratings

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Paul Feiger
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, real information that I can use
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2011
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I orignally thought that the book was very expensive, but it was recommended to me, so I bought it. Imaagine my surprise when I actually began to read and skim chapters of the book. Here was the complete package of how to really conceptualize as case, the forms to aid you in that task, and the theoretical basis from many different views. It was amazing. I am re-reading and re-doing my client session guidelines for better results for my clients. I higly recommend this book and am pleased to find out that is being used in more and more classrooms.

Paul R. Feiger, C.Ht, MS, MFT Intern.
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C.S.
5.0 out of 5 stars All MFT Students need this book
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2013
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I am a doctoral candidate in an MFT program and recently started to teach master's-level students. I wish I would have gotten this book earlier! It has helped my students as they start to get the lay of the land of MFT theories and competencies. It has also helped me brush up on my understanding of the competencies. Gehart does a great job giving both the long and the short of the theories, with a detailed section about treatment planning.

Given the price, I do wish this book was hard cover, as I use it a lot and the paperback gets messed up often.
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Jane's Place
4.0 out of 5 stars Great overview
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2013
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This book was required for a Clinical Practicum I had and a previous student told me to not bother buying it because she never used it in class. I bought it anyways and was glad I did. I don't think it is quick appropriate for a Clinical setting, maybe more for a Theories class because it does a great job of outlining the theories but not so much on the techniques for each theory. But I think it is a great reference book.
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Lisa Mihevc
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2022
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This is an excellent book for a family therapist in training.
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Amy Lowery
5.0 out of 5 stars It summarizes all of the therapeutic frameworks and gives you a good understanding of each without going too in depth
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2016
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This textbook was basically our "bible" while in grad school for marriage and family therapy. It summarizes all of the therapeutic frameworks and gives you a good understanding of each without going too in depth. It was also the only book I studied from for the national MFT exam and I passed the first time.
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TCHS Grad
5.0 out of 5 stars Mastering Family Therapy
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2009
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This is an excellent book for anyone who wishes to expand their knowledge of Family Therapy. Ms. Gerhart's approach is refreshing and takes you from learning about them to truly understanding them. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to learn more about Family Therapy and those who helped create the field.
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M. dastmalchi
5.0 out of 5 stars Not your average textbook
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2011
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This book has been a huge help to me this year. The writing is very clear and the explanations are easy to understand. The best part is the examples and comparisons though. They really drill the concepts in. This is an awesome resource for anyone studying MFT.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Mastering Competencies in Family Therapy: A Practical Approach to Theory and Clinical Case Documentation
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2011
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the book is ok, BUT it took WAY toooooooooooooooooooo long to arrive (over two weeks and still has not arrive)IT WAS PROMISED TO ARRIVE WITHIN A WEEK. This made me late in my assignments :(
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ikinder
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Text
Reviewed in Canada on June 27, 2018
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Very well laid out and non-intimidating text to read. I have used this text a lot for my Masters program. I bought this edition as it has the same content at a much cheaper price than the new edition text. Highly recommend.
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