This book introduces students and practitioners to psychological knowledge and understanding for clinical contexts, with emphasis on enhancing care.

Includes perspectives on the impact of race, culture, and language in therapy. This book discusses topics such as: issues concerning race and power; the impact culture has on communication; how dominant theories influence counseling; and, the concept of mixed-identity therapeutic relationships.

Develops an approach to professional learning that has motivated teachers and resulted in improvements in student learning, for students who traditionally underachieve in school. This book identifies the shifts that need to happen for the power of professional learning to be realized in promoting student engagement, learning and well-being.

This book demystifies reflective practice, which is at the heart of becoming a competent and confident social work professional.

This bestselling book provides an accessible introduction to the concepts and practicalities of research methods in health and health services.

This book explores the role of early years practitioners in relation to child protection and the responsibility of safeguarding.

The portfolio is an essential part of the summative assessment within qualifying social work programmes. This book shows how students can use the portfolio to demonstrate their learning in terms of developing core knowledge, values and skills.