{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-marriage-and-family-therapy-9780415719506","title":"An Introduction to Marriage and Family Therapy","description":"\u003cp\u003eNow in its second edition  this text introduces readers to the rich history and practice of Marriage and Family Therapy  with 32 professionals from across the US presenting their knowledge in their areas of expertise. This blend of approaches and styles gives this text a unique voice and makes it a comprehensive resource for graduate students taking their first course in Marriage and Family Therapy. The book is divided into three sections: Part 1 focuses on the components on which 21st century family therapy is based and summarizes the most recent changes made to not only therapeutic interventions  but to the very concept of family. Part 2 presents an overview of the 7 major theoretical models of the field: structural  strategic  Milan  social constructionist  experiential  transgenerational  and cognitive-behavioral family therapy. Each chapter in this section  Focuses on the founder of the theory  its theoretical tenants  and its key techniques  Shows how the model focuses on diversity  Presents the research that supports the approach Part 3 addresses specific treatment areas that are common to marriage and family therapists  such as sex therapy  pre-marital therapy  research  and ethics and legal issues. As an introduction to the field of Marriage and Family Therapy  this volume stands above the rest. Not only will readers gain an understanding of the rich history of the field and its techniques  but they will also see a complete picture of the context in which families are embedded  such as gender  culture  spirituality  and sexual orientation. This knowledge is the key to understanding what differentiates Marriage and Family Therapy from individual psychotherapy. Glossaries  case studies  tables  figures  and appendices appear generously throughout the text to present this information and give students a thorough overview to prepare them for their professional lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45666070757429,"sku":"ByrdShop_041571950X","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780415719506.jpg?v=1782417886","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/an-introduction-to-marriage-and-family-therapy-9780415719506","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}