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Enjoy a comprehensive and insightful perspective on advanced and foundational topics in clinical psychology with this newly updated resource
The newly revised 4th Edition of Contemporary Clinical Psychology delivers a comprehensive and engaging view of the science and practice of clinical psychology. From a variety of different perspectives and in numerous settings, the book presents a realistic survey of the field of clinical psychology, including its history, employment opportunities, significant theoretical underpinnings, practice instructions, and guidelines for how to conduct and interpret research in this rapidly evolving area.
Widely recognized author Thomas Plante includes information for specific topics, like the major theoretical models of clinical psychology, as well as general knowledge in this new edition that includes supplemental content like videos and interactive material that will increase student engagement and retention of the subject matter.
Alongside chapters on topics including how to conduct contemporary psychological assessments, how to implement psychotherapeutic interventions, and descriptions of consultative, teaching, and administrative roles, Contemporary Clinical Psychology, 4th Edition features:
* A fully integrative, practical, biopsychosocial approach to upper-level clinical psychology subject matter
* Brand new and updated student and instructor resources directly integrated into the e-text
* Supplemental resources like video clips, interactive links, test banks, PowerPoint slides, and an Instructor's Manual
* Coverage of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5, the most recent testing instruments, and the latest research in evidence-based treatment practices
* How to conduct research in an era of open access and other changes in research publication
Perfect for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in introduction to clinical psychology courses in both university psychology and counseling departments, Contemporary Clinical Psychology, 4th Edition also belongs on the bookshelves of students in free-standing schools of psychology offering PsyD and MA degrees.
List of contents
Part One Foundations and Fundamentals 1
Chapter 1 What Is Contemporary Clinical Psychology? 3
Chapter 2 Foundations and Early History of Clinical Psychology 31
Chapter 3 Recent History of Clinical Psychology 51
Chapter 4 Research: Design and Outcome 77
Chapter 5 The Major Theoretical Models: Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Humanistic, and Family Systems 115
Chapter 6 Integrative and Biopsychosocial Approaches in Contemporary Clinical Psychology 141
Part Two Roles and Responsibilities 171
Chapter 7 Contemporary Psychological Assessment I: Interviewing and Observing Behavior 173
Chapter 8 Contemporary Psychological Assessment II: Cognitive and Personality Assessment 203
Chapter 9 Psychotherapeutic Interventions 241
Chapter 10 Psychotherapeutic Issues 273
Chapter 11 Areas of Specialization 299
Chapter 12 Consultative, Teaching, and Administrative Roles 341
Chapter 13 Ethical Standards 367
Part Three Where Is Clinical Psychology Going, and Should I Go With It? 397
Chapter 14 Current and Future Trends and Challenges 399
Chapter 15 Becoming a Clinical Psychologist: A Roadmap 429
Glossary 455
Appendix: Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct 465
References 489
Index 517
About the author
THOMAS PLANTE, PHD., ABPP, is the Augustin Cardinal Bea, S.J., University Professor and Professor of Psychology and, by courtesy, Religious Studies at Santa Clara University and Adjunct Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine. He is a licensed psychologist in private clinical practice in Menlo Park, California. He has published over 200 scientific journal articles and book chapters, as well as 24 books.
