I'm looking to continue my education and become a psychologist/therapist. I'd like to know if anyone can recommend books to me that deal with therapist/psychological aspect. Stuff like, projecting feelings, being on the defensive in an argument with someone, learning about how to deal with relationships in a persons past (parents, dating, siblings, etc).
A friend of mine is seeing a therapist who has many degrees and is finding the therapists advice very helpful. Shes helped my friend with her relationship with her parents, and through the breakup of her boyfriend of 3 years. I want to be a therapist who does that. So any kind of book I can get my hands on to jump start my education would greatly help. Thanks!
2007-03-28 03:25:21 · 6 answers · asked by drummerwes81 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I'd like to be able to identify if someone is a co-dependant, among other things
2007-03-28 03:40:01 · update #1
Try this for starters, then use the bibliography to go on to others...
Impact Techniques for Therapists, by Danie Beaulieu and Heidi S. Hoff
2007-03-28 03:32:15 · answer #1 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think for now you might be most interested in looking at the self-help section at the library. Just pick up any books that look interesting to you. The language will be understandable and they often have interesting insights and valuable exercises.
To get a bit more technical, you might want to subscribe to Psychology Today or Psychotherapy Networker. This will keep you up to date on some of the current issues, but again, the language is understandable.
Journals are the next step, but they can be dry and technical and subscriptions are often very costly. You can ask the librarian for psychology trade journals on _________ (fill in the blank - teens, family therapy, etc.)
You might also want to call local junior colleges and ask them if you can purchase text books at their book store (some don't allow this as they order just enough for students). They may require you to order the text book, but you can likely go and look around to see if any interest you. These also tend to be more expensive than the self-help books.
Good luck and enjoy!
2007-03-28 03:37:00 · answer #2 · answered by Shrieking Panda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Know that it is very hard to get a PhD in clinical psychology, so look at all of your options like a PsyD or a masters in social work too.
Be careful of information online or in pop psychology books. You're better off taking classes at a nearby university so that you have more accurate ideas about what the profession is really like. It's nothing like what you see in the movies.
2007-03-28 03:38:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Overcoming Frustration and Anger" by Paul A. Hauck is a good place to start. This books give a very good breakdown of what our emotions are like when we are angry, and the steps to take to deal with those feelings, and it teaches individuals to understand what is going on with themselves. With that knowledge, they are armed with the strength to overcome the obstacles, maintain control over themselves, and foster loving and lasting relationships. It is a wonderful book for everyone, expecially someone who will be assisting people with relationship like you will be in the future. Good luck to you!!!
2007-03-28 03:37:38 · answer #4 · answered by Hot Coco Puff 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a good library or a good web search. The books are endless and all are based on different theories. Good luck!! @8-)
2007-03-28 03:36:23 · answer #5 · answered by Dovey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i want to become a theropist or something that has to maybe do with sociology too.
2007-03-28 04:28:39 · answer #6 · answered by mike 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋