The School-Savvy Therapist - Working with Kids, Families and their Schools

Kids encounter problems at school that run the gamut from school violence, to complex systemic problems rooted in poverty or racism, to daily struggles with homework or making friends.Therapists who work with kids typically do not receive training about when and how to contact schools, or about how to work with them collaboratively. The School-Savvy Therapist by Dr. Mary Eno provides a framework, tools, and guidelines for doing just that.

Drawing on research, illustrative case examples, and interviews, this practical resource describes what therapists need to know about schools and how they can effectively foster a supportive child-family-school dynamic. From reviewing test results, conducting school observations and attending family-school meetings, to helping parents advocate for their kids and more, this book will help therapists understand the critical role they play in supporting kids who struggle at school.Checklists, questions, and specific guidelines are provided so that both novice and experienced therapists can engage in this work with skill and confidence.

About the author

MARY M. ENO was on the teaching faculty at the University of Pennsylvania and Bryn Mawr College for several decades. She is a therapist in private practice in Philadelphia and has served as consulting psychologist in multiple schools.

Summary

When it comes to therapy with kids, collaborating with schools and families is essential.

Product details

• Authors: Mary Eno
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 14.10.2019
• EAN: 9780393711905
• ISBN: 978-0-393-71190-5
• Dimensions: 180 mm x 254 mm x 23 mm
• Weight: 620 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Education system; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories; PSYCHOLOGY / Clinical Psychology, PSYCHOLOGY / Developmental / Child, PSYCHOLOGY / Developmental / Adolescent, PSYCHOLOGY / Education & Training, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy: child and adolescent, Age groups: children, School/community relations & school/home relations, Schools, Schools and pre-schools, Educational strategies and policy