Foundational Concepts and Models of Family Therapy : An Introduction for Online Learning

"This textbook aims to introduce students to the foundational concepts of the marriage and family therapy field, providing a comprehensive overview of a range of models and their practical application. Designed specifically for distance-learning, Yulia Watters and Darren Adamson bring together a collection of experienced marriage and family therapists to teach the absolute essentials of marriage and family therapy any without peripheral or incidental information. Iterative in its presentation, the book introduces important systems concepts, provides a compelling history of family therapy, presents detailed exploration of classical and postmodern approaches to therapy, and covers clinical application and treatment planning. It uniquely follows the course structure of the first institution to receive COAMFTE accreditation for both master's and doctoral programs, giving students the fundamental knowledge, they need to help them prepare for their licensing examination. Written for students seeking to be MFT practitioners, this important volume adds a fresh perspective to teaching and application of family therapy"--