{"product_id":"beyond-the-clouds-an-autoethnographic-research-exploring-good-practice-in-crisis-settings-hardcover","title":"Beyond the Clouds: An Autoethnographic Research Exploring Good Practice in Crisis Settings - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eClaudio Mochi\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eIsabella Cassina\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeyond the Clouds \u003c\/em\u003eexplores the constituent elements of good practice in crisis work, providing theoretical foundations and practical tools in the context of a metaphorical journey through the clouds. By investigating and sharing his own worldwide experience in crisis contexts developed over more than 20 years, the author stimulates-through metaphors, anecdotes, and personal reflections-the reader's internal exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeyond the Clouds \u003c\/em\u003efocuses on the conceptualization of crisis intervention as a co-constructed process, presents the innovative concept of MAP (My Awareness Process), contextualizes the role of the therapeutic power of play and play therapy in crisis settings, and underlines the relevance of symbols, writing, and metaphors in processing experiences and expanding self-knowledge and awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the dimensions of good practice in crisis work, providing theoretical foundations and practical resources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppreciate the expressive power of symbols, writing, and metaphors in processing experiences and expanding self-knowledge and awareness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage in conceptualizing crisis intervention as a process of co-construction specifying the role of professionals in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart developing the reader's own MAP as a personal guide in crisis work by undertaking a path of introspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize and uphold the use of the therapeutic power of play and play therapy in crisis settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eBeyond the Clouds \u003c\/em\u003eis key reading for students and experienced professionals in the field of humanitarian work and international cooperation who wish to grasp the potential of play and play therapy in crisis contexts, as well as students and professionals from the world of play therapy and creative therapies who are interested in crisis work. Learn more at www.crisisplaytherapy.com (English) or www.play-therapy.ch (Italian)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Beautifully blending science and theory, Mochi is a master storyteller who, with his vast experience, takes us on his personal journey working in crisis intervention. In this highly accessible volume, enhanced by his use of metaphor and stories, Mochi outlines core dimensions of best practices in crisis intervention. A must read-I could not put it down!\" -- Sue C. Bratton, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, Professor Emerita and Director Emerita, Center for Play Therapy, University of North Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Beyond the Clouds\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautiful gift, an inspiration, and a call to action. The premise of pausing long enough to process the reciprocity between those of us who want to be of service and those who are recipients is profound. Claudio is purposeful in his work, and he shares what he has learned with great generosity and humility. It transported me; I highly recommend it!\" -- Eliana Gil, Ph.D., Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery \u0026amp; Education, Fairfax, Virginia\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 17, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45522067030118,"sku":"9781615996735","price":47.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/PgmYFvEhww9781615996735.webp?v=1776516639","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/beyond-the-clouds-an-autoethnographic-research-exploring-good-practice-in-crisis-settings-hardcover","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}