Mastering Stress and Anxiety in Counseling: A Comprehensive Workbook

Authored by Michelle Muratori and Robert Haynes, this workbook is a timely response to the growing concerns of stress and global anxiety. It serves as a valuable resource for counselors, providing them with the tools and guidance necessary to support clients navigating the complexities of daily life.

The workbook is carefully crafted to facilitate a deeper understanding of the counseling process, offering practical homework exercises and therapeutic activities grounded in various theoretical perspectives. By exploring the underlying rationales for these exercises, counselors can effectively tailor their approach to meet the unique needs of their clients.

Addressing the Full Spectrum of Mental Health Issues

The workbook delves into a comprehensive range of topics, including:

• Building resilience in the face of adversity
• Managing anxiety, stress, depression, loneliness, and anger
• Navigating grief and loss, including coping with trauma and disaster
• Addressing emerging crises, such as political differences, value conflicts, and social injustice
• Exploring the impact of social media and technology on mental health
• Prioritizing counselor self-care, including compassion fatigue, vicarious traumatization, and burnout

Through its thoughtful and structured approach, this workbook empowers counselors to provide their clients with a safe and supportive environment, equipping them with the skills and strategies necessary to thrive in the face of life’s challenges.

Publication details:

Publisher: American Counseling Association

Workbook edition: January 1, 2020