Overview

In this authoritative text, experienced counselors guide students toward embracing the profession of clinical mental health counseling and establishing a standard of excellence in their practice. The organization of the materials matches students' developmental understanding of the profession and is divided into three sections providing an introduction, a look at the practice, and contemporary trends in clinical mental health counseling. This text provides a thorough foundation in the theory and practice of clinical mental health. It gives students an in-depth look at mental health counseling in action: Voices from the Field features provide real-world context, and leading professionals speak on their areas of specialization. This new edition has been updated throughout reflecting the latest scholarship, thinking, and resources in the field and aligns with the CACREP 2024 standards and the DSM-5-TR. In particular, the editors include new and cutting-edge information on telemental health, psychopharmacology, digital therapeutics, holistic care, and opportunities for employment for practitioners. Clinical Mental Health Counseling is the ideal resource for establishing a firm foundation in the theory and practice of clinical mental health counseling.

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Author:   Donna Sheperis ,  Carl Sheperis
Publisher:   Cognella, Inc
Imprint:   Cognella, Inc
Edition:   Second Edition
ISBN:  

9781793583802

ISBN 10:   1793583803
Pages:   500
Publication Date:   16 April 2025
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Preface Part I. Introduction to the Profession of Clinical Mental Health Counseling Chapter 1. What Is Clinical Mental Health Counseling? - Donna S. Sheperis Chapter 2. Ethical and Legal Issues - Donna S. Sheperis Chapter 3. Education, Credentialing, and Professional Development - Matthew R. Buckley and Stacy Henning Part II. The Practice of Clinical Mental Health Counseling Chapter 4. Professional and Social Advocacy in Clinical Mental Health - Catherine Y. Chang and C. Peeper McDonald Chapter 5. Client Assessment and Diagnosis - Carl J. Sheperis Chapter 6. Case Conceptualization and Treatment Planning - Donna S. Sheperis Chapter 7. Working Within the Managed Care System - Ruth Ouzts Moore, Susan Foster, and Jaymie VanMeter Chapter 8. Consultation and Referrals - Robyn Trippany Simmons, Tiffany Rush-Wilson, Jason Patton, and Michelle Perepiczka Chapter 9. Prevention and Crisis Intervention Services - Jayna Bonfini, Robyn Trippany Simmons, and Mary L. Bartlett Part III. Contemporary Trends in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Chapter 10. Psychopharmacology - W. Bradley McKibben and Donna S. Sheperis Chapter 11. Forensic Mental Health Counseling - Carl J. Sheperis Chapter 12. Addictions Counseling - Todd F. Lewis Chapter 13. Clinical Supervision - Heather Trepal, Mary Whiting, and Madelyn Duffey Chapter 14. Telemental Health Counseling - Donna S. Sheperis and Natalia Siegel Index About the Editors About the Authors

Reviews

Praise for the Previous Edition: ""The text provides a professional foundation that offers both breadth and depth for future clinical mental health counselors."" --Adrienne N. Erby, Kent State University ""This textbook provides students with a thorough exploration of the profession of counseling. The chapters are enjoyable to read and provide guidance on ways in which students can increase their understanding and growth as a counselor. Working in a CACREP program, the connection of each chapter to specific CACREP standards is extremely beneficial for me as a counselor educator."" --Bonnie Nicholson, University of Northern Colorado

Author Information

Donna S. Sheperis is a Professor and Department Chair of Counseling at Palo Alto University. Carl J. Sheperis serves as Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies at Kutztown University. Dr. Sheperis has over 25 years of experience mental health care and has served as an envoy for professional counseling to numerous national and international organizations.

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