Neuroscience-Informed Counseling for Children and Adolescents: A Revolutionary Approach

Co-authored by Dr. Thomas A. Field and Dr. Michelle R. Ghoston, this groundbreaking text is a pioneering work that bridges the gap between neuroscience and counseling practices for children and adolescents.

Unlocking the Power of Neuroscience in Child and Adolescent Counseling

Drs. Field and Ghoston expertly guide readers through general principles for effective child and adolescent counseling, followed by an in-depth exploration of neurophysiological development from birth to age 18. This comprehensive understanding lays the foundation for the application of neuroscience-informed approaches to various therapeutic modalities.

Practitioners and students alike will benefit from the text’s wealth of in-session examples, demonstrating the effective implementation of neuroscience-informed methods, including:

• Behavior modification
• Play therapy
• Cognitive behavior therapy
• Biofeedback
• Neurofeedback
• Therapeutic lifestyle change

These evidence-based approaches are showcased through diverse case studies, highlighting the versatility and efficacy of neuroscience-informed counseling in a range of settings, including schools, hospitals, residential facilities, and outpatient clinics.

Key Features and Learning Tools

This text is designed to facilitate deep understanding and skill-building, featuring:

• Learning objectives to guide readers
• Alignment with CACREP Standards specific to child and adolescent counseling
• Illustrative diagrams to enhance comprehension
• Reflection questions to prompt critical thinking and analysis
• Case vignettes to demonstrate real-world applications of neuroscience concepts
• Quiz questions to assess knowledge retention

An extensive neuroscience glossary is also included, providing readers with a comprehensive reference for key terms and concepts.

Publisher: Amer Counseling Assn
Published: January 1, 2020
Language: English
Pages: 288
ISBN-10: 1556203861
ISBN-13: 978-1556203862