Illustrated throughout with clinical vignettes, this book is a comprehensive guide to psychodynamic brief counselling and psychotherapy. It is ideal for those looking for a practical introduction to the subject.

Introduction and Overview
The Psychodynamic Model and Its Development
The Historical Development of Brief Therapy Models
Assessment and Diagnosis in Brief and Focal Work
The Therapist¿s Task and Role in Brief and Focal Therapy
Ending Brief Therapy
Case Studies
Different Contexts and Treatment Settings for Brief and Focal Work
Supervision and Training
Post-Therapy Issues
Questionnaires, Research, Evaluation
Conclusion and Summary

Gertrud Mander works at the Westminster Pastoral Foundation, London, as a supervisor, tutor and course organizer, and in private practice as a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. She has published numerous articles on psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy.