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Theories for Direct Social Work Practice Paperback – 1 January 2014
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- ISBN-101285750241
- ISBN-13978-1285750248
- Edition3rd
- PublisherBrooks/Cole ISE
- Publication date1 January 2014
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions16.51 x 1.91 x 22.86 cm
- Print length416 pages
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- Publisher : Brooks/Cole ISE; 3rd edition (1 January 2014)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 416 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1285750241
- ISBN-13 : 978-1285750248
- Dimensions : 16.51 x 1.91 x 22.86 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 1,293,772 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Joseph Walsh is a professor of social work at Virginia Common¬wealth University. He has been a direct service practitioner in the field of ¬mental health for many years; first in a psychiatric hospital and later in community mental health center settings. He has provided services to older adult and general outpatient populations, but has mostly specialized in services to persons with serious mental illness and their families. Since 1993 Joe has been at VCU, teaching courses in generalist practice, clinical practice, human behavior, research, and social theory. He continues to provide direct services to clients in local mental health agencies. He has published widely in social work and related journals on topics related to clinical practice.
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- Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United States on 14 March 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars MUST read for social workers
Verified PurchaseAs far as theory is concerned, this book really has it all. I'd rank this up there with the DSM-V as far as how essential this book is for social workers. It contains the most prominent theory one will need if they expect to do case management or primary therapy. Informative yet concise, this is probably my most valued textbook.
- TurtleslothReviewed in the United States on 7 March 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read, efficient, and thorough
Verified PurchaseThis book gives a short and to-the-point description, application, and evaluation of several different theories for social work practice. I'm using it as the textbook for my Theories class in an MSW program, but I predict that I'll want to buy the book (as expensive as it is!) after the semester is over. It won't tell you how to develop good therapeutic skills, but you'll certainly better understand the theories behind different methods of practicing social work. It's easy to read and helps get information across quickly but thoroughly.
- M. ThomasReviewed in the United States on 27 May 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Theories for Direct SW
Verified PurchaseThis is an absolute need when learning about theories of therapy. I recommend this book to everyone. It is a must buy, and I refer to it daily when working with clients in therapy. I like the layout of the book as well, and it is easy to understand.