Case Studies in Couple and Family Therapy - Systemic and Cognitive Perspectives (Hardcover)

This volume features case presentations by many of the most distinguis hed practitioners of couple and family therapy, bringing to life the f ull spectrum of contemporary approaches in the field. Selected to illu minate the process and goals of each approach and to allow readers to listen in on highly skilled therapists at work, these exemplary cases serve together as a uniquely practical clinical resource for therapist s and students. Exploring the role that cognitive-behavioral strategie s may play within contemporary systems approaches, editor Frank M. Dat tilio annotates the cases throughout with concise recommendations on h ow cognitive principles might usefully be called upon at specific poin ts. Candid responses from contributors consider the benefits of Dattil io's suggestions and further elucidate each practitioner's own decisio n-making process.