Clinical Interviewing

An up-to-date and authoritative discussion of how to conduct state-of-the-art clinical interviews

Now in its seventh edition, Clinical Interviewing is a comprehensive discussion of the clinical interview in the context of counseling and psychotherapy. In the book, John and Rita Sommers-Flanagan explore the culturally sensitive assessment, case formulation, treatment planning, and interventions required in clinical interviews.

This latest edition continues in the Sommers-Flanagan's tradition of relationally-oriented clinical interviewing; it also includes fresh content, cutting-edge citations, diverse case examples, updated language, and more deeply integrates culture, ethnicities, and diverse representation, while strengthening its evidence-based orientation. Learners will have an engaging reading experience with trusted authors who cover vital content for all mental health professionals. Every chapter contains reformulated and rewritten learner objectives to facilitate active learning accompanied by complementary videos available online.

Clinical Interviewing, Seventh Edition also offers:

• Important information about clinician stress management and self-care, with guidance provided in the chapter covering suicide assessment interviewing
• Expert guidance on diagnosis and treatment planning, including coverage of modern diagnostic classification systems and definitions of frequently encountered mental disorders
• Fulsome discussions of listening and relationship development, including nondirective and directive listening skills, and skills for directing clients toward action

An essential text covering an equally essential topic, Clinical Interviewing is written for aspiring and practicing counselors, psychotherapists and mental health professionals seeking up-to-date guidance on how to conduct a state-of-the-art (and science) clinical interview.