The Handbook of Christian Counseling: A Practical Guide Author: Timothy D. Foster, Ph. D.
	Book Information Publisher: W. Publishing Group Book Type: Paperback Members Wishing: 0 Rating: ? ISBN-13: 9780761706519 - ISBN-10: 0761706518 Pages: 278

Weather you area professional counsler meeting with a troubles couple or a layperson comforting a grieving friend, counseling is something you may find yourself called to do at times.

From his years of experience as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Timothy Foster has distilled the basics of what to do and how to do it in this practical guide. In addition ot offering sample counseling dialogues, explaining a variety of verbal and nonverbal techniques, and candidly discussing how to avoid harmful entanglements, Foster gives advice on:

* Counsling do's and don'ts

* Helping people who are depressed

* Understanding how emotions work

* Sloving marital difficulties

* Dealing with grief

* Helping people confront themselves

The Handbook of Christian Counseling is an essential reference you will want to keep on hand for easily accessible answers when others turn to you in their time of need.