Counselling Skills For Dummies

Counselling Skills For Dummies by Gail Evans, published by John Wiley & Sons on September 30, 2013, is a comprehensive guide designed for those interested in developing practical counselling skills. This 2nd edition, comprising 352 pages, serves as an introduction to the essential qualities, knowledge, and skills required to become an effective ‘listening helper.’ The book outlines a framework for conducting counselling sessions, aiming to alleviate the challenges often associated with this process.
Readers will find valuable insights into creating positive relationships between listeners and speakers, structuring helping conversations, and the significance of asking the right questions to enhance communication. Additionally, the book emphasizes self-understanding as a vital component in overcoming personal barriers to effective listening. With its focus on self-help and psychology, Counselling Skills For Dummies provides practical tools for anyone looking to improve their communication abilities and support others effectively.
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Discover the practical skills for helping others.
Whether you are considering becoming a counsellor, have to provide some form of counselling as part of your job, or are simply interested in communicating well, Counselling Skills For Dummies provides the perfect introduction to the practical basics of counselling. Starting with a thorough guide to the qualities, knowledge and skills needed to become a ‘listening helper’, the book goes on to provide a framework for a counselling session, helping you to successfully manage a potentially daunting process.
Counselling Skills For Dummies, 2nd Edition:
- Illustrates how you can create a positive relationship between listener and speaker
- Teaches you how to structure a helping conversation
- Explains how asking the right questions are important to the progression of the relationship between speaker and listener
- Shows how you can better understand yourself, which is a crucial step in ensuring that you break down your own barriers to listening
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