Written by two mental health professionals with extensive experience in Collaborative Practice, this accessible, practical, common-sense guide to the psychological aspects of our work is an invaluable resource for professionals of all disciplines who want to ensure the best outcomes for their Collaborative clients-- even in the toughest cases! Â Among the questions the authors answer are:
- Why do our clients behave the way they do, as individuals and as couples?
-What are some helpful interpersonal techniques to use with our clients?
-Why do some techniques work well with some clients and not with others?
-How do we help "difficult" clients
-What is the Collaborative container and why is it important?
-What determines whether or not a case will be "transformative?"
-How can we best negotiate "landmines" in Collaborative Practice?
-What makes a well functioning team?
-What causes team break-down, and how can we avoid it?
-What about the voice of the child in Collaborative Practice?
-How do we create a deep and durable parenting plan?