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'Andrew Reeves has produced a timely and challenging book that maintains a vital
balance between scholarship, original research, clinical insight, practical
application and an evident compassion for those in such need' -
European Journal of Psychotherapy and Counselling
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"I have worked in psychiatry as well as in private practice with suicidal people. I found it poignant and true when Reeves points out that people do not have to be mad to be suicidal and ‘…that assessing suicide potential fundamentally lies in engaging with the suicidal client at a deeper relational level’. So true. This thoroughly researched book is written with passion and compassion. It will be a valuable addition to the libraries of therapists and anyone else who works with suicidal people." -
Therapy Today, July 2010
"A uniquely accessible, comprehensive and practical guide. Essential reading for counsellors and psychotherapists and all helping professionals who work with clients at risk of suicide." -
Mick Cooper, Professor of Counselling, University of Strathclyde
"A 'must read' for counsellors of all experience levels, offering sound practical strategies alongside thought-provoking case studies and discussion points. Reeves addresses this difficult topic with depth, breadth and integrity. Excellent." -
Denise Meyer, developer and lead author of www.studentdepression.org
"Andrew Reeves brings together his experience as a social worker, counsellor and academic to explore the essential elements in working with suicidal clients. His openness and integrity in writing about this complex topic creates a valuable resource for reflective practice." -
Barbara Mitchels, Solicitor and Director of Watershed Counselling Service, Devon.
Counselling Suicidal Clients addresses the important professional considerations when working with clients who are suicidal. The 'bigger picture', including legal and ethical considerations and organisational policy and procedures is explored, as is to how practitioners can work with the dynamics of suicide potential in the therapeutic process.
The book is divided into six main parts:
- The changing context of suicide
- The prediction-prevention model, policy and ethics
- The influence of the organisation
- The client process
- The practitioner process
- The practice of counselling with suicidal clients.
The book also includes chapters on the discourse of suicide, suicide and self-injury, and self-care for the counsellor. It is written for counsellors and psychotherapists, and for any professional who uses counselling skills when supporting suicidal people.
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I am so glad I bought this book. Andrew Reeves has brought together in one edition the most important practical and theoretical issues surrounding counselling and psychotherapy with suicidal clients.
Having previously attended a workshop run by Andrew Reeves and being deeply impressed by his knowledge and honestly as well as his humanity I awaited my pre-ordered copy with excitement.
This book is a huge leap forward in assisting practitioners to better understand suicidal risk in the context of their own practice. Reeves is deeply respectful of the individual differences in therapists practice. He doesn't tell you the 'right' way to do this - rather helps therapists understand what the meaning behind their own way of working with suicidal clients is, and how research can and should be utilised to inform practice. This will support therapists in working within legal, ethical and personal philosophical boundaries and help them consider the meaning of suicidal feelings, thoughts and behaviour with their clients. It will also challenge managers and trainers to take another look at how they consider suicide within their organisations which can only be of benefit to clients - even if nothing is changed, it will be in awareness based in the consideration of systematic research.
Starting from the often heard statement 'counsellors don't work with suicidal clients' which is so different than the reality for many practicing counsellors Reeves examines the reasons behind such assumptions and the way they effect practice.
I wholeheartedly recommend this book to qualified and trainee therapists alike, as well as anyone who may use counselling skills in their work.
My own practice has improved as a result of reading this book, and of the greatest benefit is a new found sense of security based on reflection on my own work in the context of research and practice based evidence. I can now consider policy, client's capacity to consent, risk factors and my personal views about suicide in the context of my work setting and know I am a better counsellor as a result of it.
Having previously attended a workshop run by Andrew Reeves and being deeply impressed by his knowledge and honestly as well as his humanity I awaited my pre-ordered copy with excitement.
This book is a huge leap forward in assisting practitioners to better understand suicidal risk in the context of their own practice. Reeves is deeply respectful of the individual differences in therapists practice. He doesn't tell you the 'right' way to do this - rather helps therapists understand what the meaning behind their own way of working with suicidal clients is, and how research can and should be utilised to inform practice. This will support therapists in working within legal, ethical and personal philosophical boundaries and help them consider the meaning of suicidal feelings, thoughts and behaviour with their clients. It will also challenge managers and trainers to take another look at how they consider suicide within their organisations which can only be of benefit to clients - even if nothing is changed, it will be in awareness based in the consideration of systematic research.
Starting from the often heard statement 'counsellors don't work with suicidal clients' which is so different than the reality for many practicing counsellors Reeves examines the reasons behind such assumptions and the way they effect practice.
I wholeheartedly recommend this book to qualified and trainee therapists alike, as well as anyone who may use counselling skills in their work.
My own practice has improved as a result of reading this book, and of the greatest benefit is a new found sense of security based on reflection on my own work in the context of research and practice based evidence. I can now consider policy, client's capacity to consent, risk factors and my personal views about suicide in the context of my work setting and know I am a better counsellor as a result of it.
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