Narrative Therapy: The Social Construction of Preferred Realities
For psychotherapy students, teachers, and practitioners, this book describes the clinical application of the growing body of ideas and practices that has come to be known as narrative therapy. Clear and compelling demonstrations of narrative therapy practice, rich in case examples and creative strategies, are at the heart of this book.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0393702073
ISBN13:9780393702071
Release Date:March 1996
Publisher:W. W. Norton & Company
Length:336 Pages
Weight:1.57 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 6.4" x 9.6"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Great Resource for Beginning Counselors!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is a really great resource for learning about the theoretical assumptions behind narrative therapy and how to start practicing narrative techniques. Freedman and Combs do an excellent job of bringing the material to the reader in a collaborative, non-pedantic way - perfect for the post-modern, narrative viewpoint that they are conveying. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning ways of connecting in a more personal and real way with their clients' life stories and personalities. Great book!
Author Review - EXCELLENT!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
Narrative Therapy by Jill Freedman & Gene Combs is perhaps one of the best theraputic books I have read. As an author and human services worker, I am always looking for titles that will help me assist client's with their needs. That said, this book is a must read for anyone who wants to work through problems such as depression, anger and societal connections. I highly recommend this book - the authors did a great job!---John D. Moore, MS, CADCAuthor of Confusing Love with Obsession
The authors helped re-author my understanding...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I went to a University whereby post-modernism was not par nor parcel of our curriculum. It was when I got out of school that I began to see the potential and methodology of Narrative Therapy. After buying White and Epston's material and seeking out therapists, I was advised to buy this book. An excellent practical application of an excellent theory. Kudos to the authors. I find this book particularly helpful for working with troubled adolescents and college age clients. Looking forward to further practical publications!
Comprehensive, accessible introduction to narrative therapy
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Although everyone is entitled to their own opinion, I thought it pertinent in this circumstance to offer mine. Ruplins of Portland states that "Freedman and Combs do not grasp the constructivist approach used by White and Epston." I was really taken aback by such an assertion, because my reading of the book couldn't be more at odds. I welcomed the book when it was published and was delighted that it provided under one cover a comprehensive and accessible introduction to narrative therapy without compromising the relevance of its politics and poetics. In addition, the authors' chapter on questions extends narrative work in ways I have read and re-read very carefully. I strongly recommend everyone who I am involved with in training/consultation and those seeking merely an introduction to narrative therapy to read it. If I were considering a degree program of any sort, I would expect this book to be required reading. I agree with Michael White when he described the book as "quite a feat!"
Classic Text
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
Combs and Freedman have written an excellent book that not only informs the reader of the historical basis of narrative therapy, but also reflects upon the authors own search for a compassionate and respectful approach to therapy.
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