This A-Z guide is a concise, readable and critical review of the main concepts in the four dominant approaches to counselling and psychotherapy.

Despite regular encouragement for employees to speak up if they’re unhappy, and a wide range of personal support systems, wellbeing remains a key concern for leaders at all levels, from small teams to multinationals.The message from the top is to speak candidly and openly about the impact and effect of workplace pressure. However, that messaging isn’t working. The harsh truth is that when people feel under pressure, they worry about speaking up, fuelled by fear of the consequences ...

...discovering the language of the spirit realm"This book is a clear and effective way to deal with those things in your life that are causing you to struggle to overcome them and enter into a life of abundance."-Pastor Deon Vanstaden

Are you beginning to realize that you cannot fix yourself? Are you seeking healing from unmet needs and wounds of the past. If you ever wonder if God really loves you and would like to be more sold out to God, then this book is for you. Where the River Flows will lead you on a journey to discover that you are a beloved child of God. You will come to understand the misguided thinking and lies from Satan that hinder your fulfillment. Let this book guide you in prayerful reflection to embrace...

The simple act of going to work every day is an integral part of all societies across the globe. It is an ingrained social contract: we all work to survive. But it goes beyond physical survival. Psychologists have equated losing a job with the trauma of divorce or a family death, and enormous issues arise, from financial panic to sinking self-esteem. Through work, we build our self-identity, our lifestyle, and our aspirations. How did it come about that work dominates so many parts of our ...

Each of us is given a gift—the gift of life. At times, some may wish they could exchange their gift for a different version. Since that’s not possible, we have to deal with what we are given. We have to learn how to play the game.Developing you is huge in understanding the gift of life. In her book, The Checkerboard Game of Life, author Vickie Edwards Smith tells Eva’s story. Like most of us, she wants to get the most out of life. She’s always thought of life as a game of checkers....

"Treat Yourself Like Someone You Love & Care About," by Nancy Phillips, is an insightful guidebook that emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and self-care. With a gentle and compassionate approach, the book encourages readers to treat themselves with the same level of care and kindness that they would show towards a loved one.The author, Nancy Phillips, draws on her own personal experiences and expertise in psychology to provide practical tips and exercises that help reader...

In this compelling book, Nancy Phillips takes readers on a journey through the often tumultuous landscape of "struggle love" relationships.What is "struggle love"? It's a term used to describe relationships that are defined by constant conflict, emotional abuse, and other toxic behaviors. Many people find themselves trapped in these relationships, feeling as though they can't escape the cycle of pain and hurt.Through personal anecdotes, exp...

Based on the Transforming Lives research project, this book explores the transformative power of further education.The book outlines a timely and critical approach to educational research and practice, and draws extensively on the testimonies of students and teachers to construct a model of transformative teaching and learning. It critiques reductive ‘skills’ policies in further education and illuminates the impact colleges and lifelong learning have on social justice outcomes for ...

The book relates the history of post-war psychiatry, focusing on deinstitutionalisation, namely the shift from asylum to community in the second part of the twentieth century.After the Second World War, psychiatry and mental health care were reshaped by deinstitutionalisation. But what exactly was involved in this process? What were the origins of deinstitutionalisation and what did it mean to those who experienced it? What were the ramifications, both positive and negative, of suc...

Providing evidence-based care is fundamental to working safely and effectively as a nursing associate. This book equips you with the skills to identify, evaluate and apply evidence and research to your practice. From day-to-day procedures and decision-making, to addressing health inequalities and implementing service improvement, it develops your confidence in using evidence to underpin all aspects of your role.Key features- Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Prof...

Small is Big: After being outdone by Adam last Valentine's Day, Archie is determined to make his gifts to Betty bigger and better... until he realizes it's all the 'little things' Adam does that wins Betty over! "A Likely Story": Archie's writer's block is made of concrete, but he's determined to smash through it in time to hand in his creative writing assignment!