Full Description
Written in a clear, informative, and informal style, INTERVIEWING FOR SOLUTIONS, 4E, International Edition features a unique solutions-oriented approach to basic interviewing in the helping professions. Peter DeJong and Insoo Kim Berg's proven approach views clients as competent, helps them to visualize the changes they want, and builds on what they are already doing that works. Throughout the book, the authors present models for solution-focused work, illustrated by examples and supported by research.
Contents
1. From Solving Problems to Building Solutions.
2. The Basics of Solution Building.
3. Being Not Knowing and Leading from One Step Behind.
4. Paying Attention to the Client's Wants.
5. The Miracle Question.
6. Building on Clients' Existing Strengths and Successes.
7. Giving Clients Feedback.
8. Amplifying and Measuring Client Progress in Later Sessions.
9. Interviews with Children, Dyads, and the Mandated.
10. Clients in Crisis Situations.
11. Research Evidence.
12. Professional Values and Diversity.
13. Solution Building in Agencies, Groups, and Organizations.
14. Applications.
15. Theory.
