An Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy

Author Andrew Reeves presents An Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy (3rd Edition), published by Sage Publications Ltd in 2022 as a comprehensive textbook for students in counselling, psychotherapy, and social care programs. The text establishes a clear foundation for understanding professional roles, theoretical principles, and clinical practice across initial academic and vocational training contexts.

The content examines major theoretical orientations, including psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioural, and integrative or pluralistic practice. Beyond theoretical frameworks, the material connects abstract concepts directly to therapist competencies, essential counselling skills, and the active process of developing therapeutic relationships with clients.

A key feature of this edition is its updated content and expanded reading lists, which address diversity, inclusivity, and decolonisation. These structural additions support both beginning and fully qualified therapists who require a grounded reference for contemporary practice.