TY - BOOK AU - Egan,Gerard TI - The skilled helper: a systematic approach to effective helping SN - 0534121381 U1 - 158.3 EGA PY - 1990/// CY - Pacific Grove, Calif. PB - Brooks/Cole Pub. Co. KW - Counseling psychology KW - Helping behavior KW - Counseling N1 - Includes bibliographical references N2 - Emphasizing the collaborative nature of the therapist-client relationship, THE SKILLED HELPER is internationally recognized for its successful problem-management and opportunity development approach to effective helping, using a practical, three-stage model. In this new ninth edition, Egan continues to build upon the "positive psychology", solution-focused theme by adding insightful new discussions on evidence-based practice, research, and philosophical perspectives ER -