Title: The tactics of change :
Authors: Fisch, Richard,; Weakland, John H.; Segal, Lynn.
Date: 1982
Publisher: Jossey-Bass,
Physical description: xx, 302 pages ; 24 cm.
Language: English
LC classification: R
Abstract: A comprehensive and detailed manual of psychotherapy for treating a wide range of clinical problems briefly and effectively. Includes case studies with commentary explaining the reasons for the therapist's actions; concludes with a summary of the basic principles of brief therapy and their application to many kinds of human problems.
Contents: Practice and theory -- Therapist maneuverability -- Setting the stage for treatment -- The initial interview -- Patient position -- Case planning -- Interventions -- Termination of treatment -- Case study: the aversive adolescent -- Case study: the anxious violinist -- Case study: the stroke victim's family -- Psychotherapy and beyond.
Notes: Includes index.
Subject headings (LCSH): Brief psychotherapy.; Psychotherapy.