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Asian Perspectives in Counselling and Psychotherapy considers what exactly cross-cultural counselling and psychotherapy mean. Topics covered include: * a detailed analysis of the concept of culture, and the relationship between culture and therapy * a comparative study of Western cultures and Eastern cultures * the historical development of counselling and psychotherapy in Western countries * the controversies related to the problem of 'matching' clients with therapists. Illustrated by stimulating case studies, the theoretical knowledge and practical advice presented in Asian Perspectives in Counselling and Psychotherapy will be invaluable reading to all practising and training counsellors and psychotherapists.

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<p>An unmissable read!... This book is a pleasure to read and invaluable for counsellors, academics, teachers, and any professional who has contact with the public. It is the much-needed addition to any organisation dealing with Asian clients. - Wajiha Mohammad, Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, October 2004<p>This is an informative book... would be of interest to all practitioners interested in working cross-culturally, as well as to practitioners with an interest in philosophy. - Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal, April 2005

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