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will acquire with the question in mind, ‘‘how would a scientist-practitioner think and act? ’’ ’ (p. 3). The chapters of the book are organized around core competencies and do not necessarily need to be read in order. The book largely accomplishes the goal of bringing together science and practice with regular emphasis of the role of the clinical psychologist as a scientist practitioner. One of the major strengths of the book is that it outlines clinical skills with clarity (aided by useful case examples) yet it constantly reminds the reader of the wider empirical framework that is required. The book covers a diverse range of issues, which reflects the multiple skills required by clinical psychologists. Where in-depth detail is lacking on a particular issue the authors typically provide useful references where the topic can be followed-up further. However, there were a couple of omissions. Although the emphasis on core competencies is a useful one, a couple of short chapters detailing the unique challenges and skills required for different client groups would have been valuable. Another pertinent omission was the failure to mention neuropsychological testing. The book should be of interest for trainees across different courses as it covers many skills that all psychologists need to develop regardless of therapeutic orientation. However, where specific therapies are discussed the focus is on those that are empirically supported. It describes the basics of behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, cognitive therapy and interpersonal psychotherapy. The book begins with a theoretical chapter that discusses the science-informed model of clinical psychology practice. The following five chapters are more skills-focused and provide useful information on relating with clients, assessing clients, case formulation, treating clients and group treatment. Much of the information in these chapters should be invaluable to trainees when they first start to see clients. These chapters might also remain a useful reference for those later in training and may provide a source from which to reflect on clinical practice. The use of case examples in these chapters is invaluable as they help to consolidate the information provided and assist in applying skills in practice. Chapter 7 covers programme evaluation and is likely to be a useful reference when trainees are planning their service evaluation projects. The following chapter on case management covers professional issues and provides useful information on record keeping, confidentiality, and assessing and managing risk. Chapter 9 covers supervision and might be useful both to trainees and clinical psychology supervisors. The following three chapters cover the more specific issues of treatment non-compliance, cross-cultural and ethical aspects of practice and working in rural and remote settings. Each of the chapters helpfully discusses the unique issues that might arise and strategies for dealing with these. The final chapter places the psychologist in the wider political and social context and discusses psychologists as health-care providers. Although the authors are Australian, the book should be highly relevant for trainees from different countries. However, I felt this limited the final chapter, as reference to a countries’ particular health-care system is important in order to achieve this wider understanding and to develop ways of working accordingly. In conclusion, this book should provide an invaluable resource for all clinical psychology trainees, especially those early in training, and also for those considering or attempting to embark on a career in clinical psychology. It is novel in being written specifically for clinical psychology trainees and provides a lot of diverse and useful information within one source.