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Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care
Take My Hand
The radiant energy in human touch can have a powerful therapeutic effect for those who are elderly, ill or dying. Explaining the benefits, practicalities and research behind touch therapy, this book teaches a simple hand massage sequence for all carers looking for an effective way to support and connect with a family member, friend or patient. more »
2011, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-073-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, carers, complementary therapies, dementia, energy work, families, health care, massage, nursing, occupational therapy, older people, palliative care
Ritual Theatre
The Power of Dramatic Ritual in Personal Development Groups and Clinical Practice
This book considers the relevance of ritual theatre in contemporary life and describes how it is being used as a highly cathartic therapeutic process. With contributions from leading experts in the field of dramatherapy, the book brings together a broad spectrum of approaches to ritual theatre as a healing system. more »
2011, Paperback: £23.99/ $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-138-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 336pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, arts therapies, complementary therapies, counselling, creative therapies, dance and movement therapy, dramatherapy, expressive therapies, mental health, movement, psychology, psychotherapy, spirituality, theatre
Spiritism and Mental Health
This pioneering text is the first comprehensive account of the philosophy, practical applications and wider relevance of Spiritist therapies to be published in English. Providing important new insights into this rich tradition, this text will be of interest to mental health professionals and alternative and complementary health practitioners. more »
2011, Hardback: £69.99/ $105.00ISBN: 978-1-84819-059-7, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 352pp 2013, Paperback: £22.95/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-135-8, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 352pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, complementary therapies, counselling, depression, emotions, health care, integrative medicine, mental health, nursing, pastoral care, psychotherapy, spirituality
How to Incorporate Wellness Coaching into Your Therapeutic Practice
A Handbook for Therapists and Counsellors
Wellness coaching is an emerging and vibrant area of healthcare. It takes healing beyond the curing of symptoms and empowers clients to take their health back into their own hands. This book provides therapists with the knowledge and skills to rejuvenate their therapeutic practice by incorporating wellness coaching techniques into their services. more »
2011, Paperback: £18.99/ $32.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-063-4, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 272pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, cognitive behavioural therapy, complementary therapies, counselling, emotions, health care, mental health, psychotherapy, therapeutic communities
Anni's Cancer Companion
An A-Z of Treatments, Therapies and Healing
When Anni Matthews was diagnosed with cancer, she decided to produce a book that is a friendly companion for those who must face the disease. Of huge practical help to anyone diagnosed with cancer, this book is a one-stop guide to making sense and use of the orthodox treatments, complementary therapies, and holistic options available. more »
2011, Paperback: £10.99/ $16.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-067-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 320pp
Keywords: adults, alternative therapies, cancer, complementary therapies, counselling, creative therapies, depression, diet, drugs, functional medicine, health care, integrative medicine, mental health, nursing, occupational therapy, palliative care, psychology, traditional Chinese medicine
Yoga Therapy for Every Special Child
Meeting Needs in a Natural Setting
Yoga therapy is gaining rapid recognition as a treatment that can improve the physical and mental wellbeing of children with a variety of complex needs. This book contains a specially-designed yoga program for use with children of all abilities, and provides parents and professionals with the knowledge they need to carry out the therapy themselves. more »
2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-027-6, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 208pp
Keywords: ADHD, Asperger syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, child development, children, complementary therapies, developmental coordination disorder, Down's syndrome, education, occupational therapy, parenting, special education, yoga
Basic Pathfinder Mind/Body Techniques for Asperger's Syndrome
The exercises in this DVD enable young people with AS to improve these skills, leading to greater self-confidence, and independence. With clear explanations and demonstrations, this DVD covers a variety of simple, calming exercises designed to influence the way the individual stands, sits, moves, thinks of him- or herself, and relates to others. more »
2009, DVD: £20.16 + VAT = £24.19/ $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-890-0
Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, children, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, occupational therapy, psychotherapy
Recovery from Depression Using the Narrative Approach
A Guide for Doctors, Complementary Therapists and Mental Health Professionals
The book explores people's experiences of depression, recovery and available treatments. Ridge explains how, by selecting a variety of 'narrative tools', such as talking therapies, people can take control of their condition. By choosing more helpful narratives, they can gain a greater insight into depression, self-management and long-term recovery. more »
2008, Paperback: £19.99/ $38.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-575-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: complementary therapies, depression, health care, mental health, practical theology, psychiatry, psychology, theology
Mind/Body Techniques for Asperger's Syndrome
The Way of the Pathfinder
The mind/body exercises in this book help young people with AS improve balance, coordination and sensory awareness, leading to greater self-confidence, and independence. With photographs to show how exercises are done, these techniques can have an immediate effect on how an individual moves, thinks of him or herself, and relates to others. more »
2008, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-875-7, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 152pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, children, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, occupational therapy, sensory issues
Relating to Clients
The Therapeutic Relationship for Complementary Therapists
The book provides information and exercises to help practitioners improve their style of interacting with clients by setting clear boundaries, having a defined contract with them, communicating effectively and being a good listener, among other things. Suitable for complementary therapy practitioners and students in the field. more »
2007, Paperback: £13.99/ $26.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-615-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: complementary therapies, counselling, health care, psychoanalysis, psychology, psychotherapy, spirituality
Passionate Medicine
Making the transition from conventional medicine to homeopathy
Passionate Medicine is a compelling record of the journeys of five doctors and two veterinary surgeons from conventional medicine to homeopathy. The contributors challenge the shortcomings of conventional medical training and methods, in particular the notion that effective clinicians should be objective and emotionally detached. more »
2005, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-298-4, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 192pp
Keywords: alternative therapies, complementary therapies, health care, memoirs
An Introduction to Medical Dance/Movement Therapy
Health Care in Motion
Presenting dance/movement therapy (DMT) as a viable and valuable psychosocial support service for those with a medical illness, Goodill shows how working creatively with the mind/body connection can encourage the healing process. This book represents the first attempt to compile the work that has been done over recent years in medical DMT. more »
2005, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-785-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 240pp
Keywords: arts therapies, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, health care, psychology
Health, the Individual, and Integrated Medicine
Revisiting an Aesthetic of Health Care
Complementary therapies are a vital part of any integrated approach to health which includes specialist and layman knowledge. He provides a critique of methods used to assess treatment, and advocates a more pluralistic approach to medical research and practice, looking at physical, psychological, spiritual and social dimensions of a person's life. more »
2004, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-232-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: arts therapies, complementary therapies, counselling, health care, interdisciplinary arts therapies, music therapy, spirituality
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