On Being a Master Therapist (PDF)

Learn from master therapists and bring your skills to the next
level

Bringing a breath of fresh air to the therapy profession, this
compelling and thoughtful resource urges readers to move from
competency to full mastery in the mental health field. Combining
the findings of hundreds of previous studies, interviews with a
wide range of master therapists, own unique experiences and
perspectives, Jeffery A. Kottler and Jon Carlson have devised a
guide that takes therapists out of their comfort zones.

Professionals in the fields of psychology, counseling, social
work, and human services, as well as graduate students studying for
these professions, will find a level of honesty and candor in this
resource, which tackles a range of essential topics in a frank,
personal tone, and closes with a meaningful discussion about the
challenges of striving for mastery. Master therapists and authors
Kottler and Carlson explore a range of hot-button topics, such
as:

* Cultural misunderstandings

* Disliking your clients (or having clients dislike you)

* Receiving negative feedback from clients

* Injecting creativity into the therapeutic process

* Finding time for social justice and advocacy

On Being a Master Therapist provides a much-needed look
at a range of topics that aren't often given such genuine and
insightful treatment, with the goal of helping you attain the
attributes that truly distinguish excellence in clinical practice.
Start on your journey toward mastery with this thoughtful
resource.