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Overview
Written by a practicing family therapist at a managed care facility, and based on a flexible, competency-based model of psychotherapy, this helpful resource offers clinicians a set of practical ideas and useful strategies for providing time-effective therapy that meets the requirements of managed care. The approach presented here combines aspects of solution-focused and narrative thinking to offer clients new perspectives on their dilemmas and new options for action. Through example and discussion, the author shows how, even with time and resource constraints, the therapist can tailor this approach to the unique needs of each client.The pragmatics of resource allocation, principles for effective practice, collaborative practice, etc.
Editorials
Booknews
A more for less approach to managed care psychotherapy offering practical suggestions in how to satisfy therapist, client, and administrators. Friedman (family therapist, Harvard Community Health Plan) draws on his experience as a clinician in an HMO to proffer his brief therapy strategies, emphasizing flexibility, client strength rather than pathology, and treatment plans that set achievable goals and monitor results while still retaining the integrity of the therapeutic work. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
October 30, 1996
Publisher
Boston : Allyn and Bacon, c1997.
Pages
259
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780205261192