{"product_id":"systems-theory-in-action-applications-to-individual-couple-and-family-therapy-paperback","title":"Systems Theory in Action: Applications to Individual, Couple, and Family Therapy - Paperback","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\u003eShelly Smith-Acuña\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Smith-Acu a illuminates the structural hierarchy, roles, and boundaries that give a system structure. The relationship between parts and wholes is both simple and profound, and particularly important in looking at systems structure. These morsels of wisdom are good examples of Smith-Acu a's grace as a systems theory tour guide: one moment she's digging deeper into the nuances among the theories, the next moment she's simplifying without dumbing down, but in a manner that is enormously liberating. We enjoy the fun, full, and informed journey with her.\" --Frank S. Pittman III, MD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA practical presentation of systems theory as\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ea fundamental model for clinical practice\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eValuable for seasoned mental health professionals as well as those in training, Systems Theory in Action presents systems theory--the unifying principles surrounding the organization and functioning of systems--as it applies to individual, couples, and family therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis innovative book explores systems theory as an effective model for general mental health practice. It examines the role systems theory can play, specifically in understanding clients' presenting problems in context, within the various systems and subsystems in which the problems are embedded.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilled with realistic clinical stories illustrating relevant concepts that tie theory to technique, Systems Theory in Action takes an in-depth look at: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems theory as a solid guide through the dynamic process of psychotherapy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe multilayered value of observing human interactions through a systems view\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystemic thinking, its core components, and how it serves to reveal a \"big picture\" view of clients and their presenting problems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems Theory in Action is a unique contribution to the field, translating the technical terminology of general systems thinking into common, everyday language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmith-Acuña illuminates the structural hierarchy, roles, and boundaries that give a system structure. The relationship between parts and wholes is both simple and profound, and particularly important in looking at systems structure. These morsels of wisdom are good examples of Smith-Acuña's grace as a systems theory tour guide: one moment she's digging deeper into the nuances among the theories, the next moment she's simplifying without dumbing down, but in a manner that is enormously liberating. We enjoy the fun, full, and informed journey with her. --Frank S. Pittman III, MD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA practical presentation of systems theory as\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ea fundamental model for clinical practice\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eValuable for seasoned mental health professionals as well as those in training, Systems Theory in Action presents systems theory--the unifying principles surrounding the organization and functioning of systems--as it applies to individual, couples, and family therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis innovative book explores systems theory as an effective model for general mental health practice. It examines the role systems theory can play, specifically in understanding clients' presenting problems in context, within the various systems and subsystems in which the problems are embedded.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilled with realistic clinical stories illustrating relevant concepts that tie theory to technique, Systems Theory in Action takes an in-depth look at: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems theory as a solid guide through the dynamic process of psychotherapy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe multilayered value of observing human interactions through a systems view\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystemic thinking, its core components, and how it serves to reveal a big picture view of clients and their presenting problems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems Theory in Action is a unique contribution to the field, translating the technical terminology of general systems thinking into common, everyday language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Smith-Acuña illuminates the structural hierarchy, roles, and boundaries that give a system structure. The relationship between parts and wholes is both simple and profound, and particularly important in looking at systems structure. These morsels of wisdom are good examples of Smith-Acuña's grace as a systems theory tour guide: one moment she's digging deeper into the nuances among the theories, the next moment she's simplifying without dumbing down, but in a manner that is enormously liberating. We enjoy the fun, full, and informed journey with her.\" --Frank S. Pittman III, MD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA practical presentation of systems theory as\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ea fundamental model for clinical practice\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eValuable for seasoned mental health professionals as well as those in training, Systems Theory in Action presents systems theory--the unifying principles surrounding the organization and functioning of systems--as it applies to individual, couples, and family therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis innovative book explores systems theory as an effective model for general mental health practice. It examines the role systems theory can play, specifically in understanding clients' presenting problems in context, within the various systems and subsystems in which the problems are embedded.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilled with realistic clinical stories illustrating relevant concepts that tie theory to technique, Systems Theory in Action takes an in-depth look at: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems theory as a solid guide through the dynamic process of psychotherapy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe multilayered value of observing human interactions through a systems view\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystemic thinking, its core components, and how it serves to reveal a \"big picture\" view of clients and their presenting problems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems Theory in Action is a unique contribution to the field, translating the technical terminology of general systems thinking into common, everyday language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShelly Smith-Acuña, PhD, is the Director of the Doctoral Program in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of Denver. She teaches systems theory, family therapy, and couples therapy. In addition, she maintains a successful private practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 02, 2010\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45343677251686,"sku":"9780470475829","price":101.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/akltWWZ3M003ZmhvbnQ2LzZ0V0xXdz09.webp?v=1774946976","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/systems-theory-in-action-applications-to-individual-couple-and-family-therapy-paperback","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}