A Guide for Effective Psychotherapy by John R. Morella, Ph.D.

Obtain a referral, make an appointment, and off you go to see the psychotherapist---right?   WRONG!       Dr. John Morella, in his book, A Guide for Effective Psychotherapy, offers a step-by-step guide to enhance your therapy outcome even before you walk through the therapy door.  Millions of people each year who seek help for their mental, emotional, and personality disorders, do so without understanding the complexities of psychotherapy.  Morella states, “I’ve seen the anxiety on peoples faces when they arrive for their first session.  Most of the angst is attributed to the lack of basic information that would empower them to a more vital role in the therapy process.  This book will achieve that objective.”  Wouldn’t you check out the contractor who wants to build your house?  What’s his reputation, credentials, and meet with him to discuss your “dream house?”  Of course you would.  Your mental health deserves the same scrutiny.  This book offers direct, easy to read and understandable counsel on finding the right psychotherapist for you, your child, teen, or family. What are the differences in education, training and degrees of a psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, psychoanalyst, licensed professional counselor, or someone who calls his/her self a psychotherapist?  The many titles of mental health providers are explained, so you can make an intelligent choice for your needs.  Dr. Morella says he frequently must advise clients of the differences, not just for their need to know, but for insurance eligibility purposes. The last chapter provides websites, agency and organization addresses.

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