The Handbook of Individual Therapy

Once again, the latest edition of the Handbook of Individual Therapy offers a masterful overview of the various approaches to ′healing the psyche′ which are available in Britain today. The Handbook puts the different therapeutic traditions in a cultural and historical context, and offers an up-to-date view of the nature of psychotherapy as it is currently practiced. Each chapter uses a standard format which offers the reader a clear pathway through the key issues, and the work is brought alive with in-depth case studies. The Handbook of Individual Therapy continues to be the book that one turns to when looking for a clear introduction to the broad range of talking cures that are  offered in the UK today. -- Dr Nick Midgley

Dryden and Reeves’ Handbook freshly maps the current status of psychotherapy in the UK. It is a compendium that can serve as an excellent reference point for an academic as well as practitioner. Its depth and breadth extend beyond UK borders and will be very much appreciated by an international reader. It is an exceptional achievement!

-- Ladislav Timulak
Psychological therapies abound in the UK. New variations of established therapies appear as the science evolves. The new edition of the ‘Individual Handbook of individual therapy’ skilfully and comprehensively enables students and experienced therapists to keep abreast of current thinking. It is essential reading for all who aspire to professional practice to ensure that knowledge and skills are up to date in order to best serve their clients.
-- Sue Wheeler
The publication of the 6^th Edition builds on a pedigree going back 30 years to the appearance of the original edition in 1984. Through successive editions, this text has become a stalwart for practitioners, trainers, and students working in and researching the helping professions. It provides an invaluable and authoritative account of the rich diversity of individual therapy, including research and training, and reflects important recent developments and innovations in the theory and practice of individual therapy -- Michael Barkham
I have found this book very useful to offer my students an “enough deep” introduction to the most important approaches to psychological treatments. Although the book is framed the Britain context, the majority therapeutic models reviewed are also popular in Spain. I have appreciated the book puts every psychotherapeutic tradition in a cultural and historical context. Also, the fact that each chapter has the same structure allows an easy search of the critical themes and a useful way to make easier the comparisons between approaches. I have specially appreciated the inclusion of relatively new therapeutic approaches, like the covered by Part IV and Part V of the handbook, as well as the two chapters dedicated to “Professional Issues”. Finally, the case examples included in every chapter devoted to the therapeutic approaches offer a great illustration of the therapeutic process and outcomes. I definitely will include this book in the recommended readings of my Psychotherapy course. -- Dr Barbara Torres * drupal *
An indispensable text book for students of Guidance and Counselling. -- Dr Colin Cameron * drupal *
This book offers a sound review of many therapeutic modalities and philosophies. It is a useful book for postgraduate students who are studying to become therapists and I would recommend it as reading to such students. -- Dr Graham Du Plessis * drupal *
The handbook is rightly broad in its focus and provides a useful overview of various therapeutic models/approaches. There could be more detail on specific treatment techniques within individual therapeutic models with some therapist resources (e.g., worksheets where possible). This could potentially form part of an online resource for readers of the book. -- Dr Jason Spendelow * drupal *
An excellent resource for doctoral trainees. -- Dr Jessica McCarrick * drupal *
A good text covering the main theoretical traditions and approaches toward individual therapy. Good structure of each chapter with guide to assessment; goal setting; treatment; evaluation of each approach. A very useful tool that would transition with students from academic learning to practice. -- Dr Leanne Robins * drupal *
This is a superb text that introduces students to a wide range of therapeutic approaches. There are many elements that combine to enhance students′ learning, including the brief historical background, case studies to anchor the concepts and techniques, and critical appraisal of the approaches. -- Dr Sanjay Joban * drupal *
This is a very accessible book especially useful for health professionals with lots of examples, highlighted sections -- Dr Sue Hacking * drupal *
A really good easy to read and easy to reference book. Very informative for learners studying at level 3 and above in my opinion. Good to look for specific theories or read from cover to cover -- Elaine Squires * drupal *
An excellent book with relevance to those embarking on their initial counselling training as well as those studying at a more advanced academic level, as it offers clear introductory information about a range of therapies. -- Michelle Cooke * drupal *
The essential handbook to turn to for a clear introduction to UK modalities and more - some really useful additions in the new edition. -- Mike Gallant * drupal *
A clear and comprehensive introduction to the broad range of talking cures that are offered in the UK today. Each chapter covers a specific therapeutic approach and helpfully covers the historical context and development, the main theoretical assumptions, which clients will benefit most and the strengths and limitations of the approach. Each chapter also includes a research section summarising the relevant research findings, an in-depth Case Study illustrating how that approach works in practice, and an extended Practice section. A useful resource for social work students and psychology students. -- Miss Jacky Foster * drupal *
This is an excellent book having material relevant to several modules on the BSc. Psychology Programme and also the FdSc. Mental Health Practice modules covering therapeutic interventions.
Highly recommended. -- Mr Charles Miller-Fik * drupal *
Gives a clear, cogent overview of a range of therapies offered today, and I feel that this book could be suitable for pre and post registration students alike. I will be adopting it as recommended reading within a Psychological interventions module as part of the Mental Health Nursing Undergraduate programme, as well as a forthcoming CPD module, commencing later this year. -- Mr Jon Andrews * drupal *
A useful text with a review of several forms of therapy. -- Mr Paul McCreary * drupal *
This book offers the student different perspectives in therapy, and supports them in skill acquisition. The text orientates them to the various psychological approaches and treatments and allows them to increase their repertoire of therapeutic skills, adding to their psychological ′tool kit′. -- Mr Paul Wait * drupal *
There isn′t too much I can say about this book that hasn′t already been said. A masterwork of clarity and energy. Combining clear historical perspective with insight and in-depth reasoning, this work is motivatonal and informing whilst avoiding the ′cliches′ and over simplification of lesser works. -- Mr Peter Lyon * drupal *
Always a good book to recommend as the chapters have case studies and are written by actual practitioners of these approaches -- Mr Simon O'Donohoe * drupal *
Good to revise a range of models and useful on an integrative course -- Mr Simon O'Donohoe * drupal *
Still the best resource for students new to the subject. -- Mrs CHRIS DEPLACIDO * drupal *
This book has been so useful for giving an overview of different theories and interventions. Students have used it for two assignements and they particularly like the critical and research element of each chapter. As a tutor it is brilliant for preparation and developing classromm activities. -- Mrs Jackie Robertson * drupal *
This is a useful resource that provides the reader with introductions to most of the main therapies in use today. The new chapter on mindfulness is a welcome addition. The links between theories and practice throughout the book are a useful resource to demystify approaches for health care students. A good resource for anyone interested in finding out more about different therapies -- Mrs Linda Robson * drupal *
A good book for my Introduction for all my Counselling groups. -- Ms Edna Ogundare * drupal *
clearly written and engaging -- Ms Jane Westergaard * drupal *
This has been a core text for a number of years now and the new edition will continue to be a firm favourite with students. -- Ms Sally Riggall * drupal *
A very useful account of the various approaches to therapy outlining clear underpinning theoretical assumptions, strategies and techniques, critiques and further reading. -- Ms Sarah Maris-Shaw * drupal *
Great text. Not only presents a number of main therapeutic orientations, but also acknowledges the more recent developments in individual therapy which makes this an up-to-date valuable resource. -- Ms Stephanie Revell * drupal *