Unlock the Power of Counseling in Communication Disorders

Incorporating a counseling paradigm in communication disorders has been proven to increase motivation, deepen learning, and sustain progress for clients and families. This innovative approach focuses on addressing the whole person, rather than just the communication disorder.

A Personalized and Holistic Approach to Communication Disorders

The textbook, “Counseling in Communication Disorders: Facilitating the Therapeutic Relationship” by Cyndi Stein-Rubin and Beryl T. Adler, offers a practical guide for speech-language pathology students, clinicians, clinical supervisors, and instructors to integrate basic counseling attitudes and tools into their diagnostic and therapeutic programs. Written in a genuine and lively tone, this engaging textbook helps readers develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their clients.

By adopting a counseling attitude, clinicians can encourage full client participation in the treatment process, leading to a more collaborative and effective therapeutic relationship. This approach is rooted in evidence-based practices from various psychological, counseling, and coaching approaches, including:

• Humanistic Counseling
• Narrative Therapy
• The Cognitive Behavioral Model (CBT)
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
• Positive Psychology
• Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP)
• Mindfulness training

The textbook includes reflective questions, exercises, and suggestions to reinforce important concepts, as well as real-life and clinical scenarios to bring the content to life.

The Importance of Clinician Self-Development

While deep listening and choosing words with a positive impact are essential skills for speech-language pathology and audiology clinicians, it’s equally important for clinicians to focus on their own personal development. “Counseling in Communication Disorders” provides a comprehensive guide on how to support clients and build self-esteem, emphasizing the need for clinicians to prioritize self-reflection and self-improvement.

By combining a counseling paradigm with evidence-based practices, clinicians can provide the necessary support and encouragement to their clients while also fostering their own personal and professional growth.

Publisher: SLACK Incorporated
Publication Date: September 15, 2016
Language: English
ISBN: 9781630912710, 9781630912727