Unlock the Power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Parents

Written by Koa Whittingham, a renowned expert in the field, “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: The Clinician’s Guide for Supporting Parents” is a comprehensive guide designed to empower clinicians in their mission to support parents across various stages of child and adolescent development.

A Principles-Based Approach to Parenting

This book integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with established parenting approaches, evolution science, behavior analysis, attachment theory, emotion-focused, and compassion-focused therapies into a cohesive framework. This innovative approach enables clinicians to develop a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between parents and children, ultimately leading to more effective interventions.

The Parent-Child Hexaflex: A Breakthrough Model

The authors introduce the parent-child hexaflex, a groundbreaking model that explores the six core components of parent-child relationships. Each component is meticulously examined, accompanied by clinical techniques, experiential exercises, and case studies to provide a rich understanding of the model’s applications.

Fostering Strong Therapeutic Relationships

The guide emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship between clinicians and parents, highlighting the significance of case conceptualization from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy perspective. By doing so, clinicians can develop a more nuanced understanding of the parent-child dynamic, leading to more targeted and effective interventions.

Supporting Parents Across the Spectrum

Covering the full range of child development from infancy to adolescence, this book addresses diverse clinical presentations, including child anxiety, neurodevelopmental disorders, and child disruptive behavior problems. Special attention is given to infant sleep and supporting parents with mental health concerns, such as postnatal depression.

Whether you’re a novice or experienced clinician, student in psychology, social work, or educational professional, this guide is an invaluable resource in supporting parents and promoting healthy parent-child relationships.

Published by Elsevier Science in June 2019, this book is a must-have for any professional looking to enhance their skills in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and parent-child relationships.

Language: English

ISBN: 9780128146699 (Hardcover) | 9780128146705 (eBook)