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• Contents
• Introduction
• Chapter 1: The Role of Theories in Social Work Practice
• Introduction
• What Is Theory?
• The Relevance of Studying Theory for Aspiring Social Workers
• Case Example
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Further Debates
• Theoretical Integration
• The Expert Approach
• The Eclectic Approach
• Combining Two Theories
• Some Final Thoughts About Integration
• Common Elements
• Implementation of Theory: The Role of Microskills
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 2: Ecological and Systems Theories
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Ecological and Systems Theories
• Key Concepts
• System
• Boundaries
• Reciprocal Transactions
• Feedback Loop
• Homeostasis
• Adaptation and Equifinality
• Microsystem
• Mesosystem
• Exosystem
• Macrosystem
• Chronosystem
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: A System Consists of Interrelated and Interdependent Parts
• Principle 2: A System Is Defined by Its Boundaries and Rules
• Principle 3: A System Demonstrates Predictable Patterns of Behavior
• Principle 4: A System Is More Than the Sum of Its Parts
• Principle 5: Changing One Part of a System Affects the Other Parts of and the Whole System
• Principle 6: Goodness of Fit With the Environment Leads to Positive Growth and Adaptation
• Application of Ecological and Systems Theories Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Ecological and Systems Theories
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 3: The Strengths Perspective
• Introduction
• A Social Work History Lesson
• Limitations of the Medical Model
• Moving Toward a Strengths Perspective
• Key Concepts
• Strengths
• Resilience
• Hope
• Cultural Identity
• Collaboration
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: All People, Families, Groups, and Communities Have Strengths
• Principle 2: All People, Families, Groups, and Communities Have the Capacity for Growth and Improvem
• Principle 3: All People, Families, Groups, and Communities Are Experts in Their Lives
• Principle 4: Support and Services Should Be Provided in Naturally Occurring Settings Whenever Possib
• Principle 5: Services Should Remain Flexible and Responsive to the Unique Needs of Each Client Situa
• Principle 6: Human Relationships Are Highly Valued
• Application of the Strengths Perspective Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of the Strengths Perspective
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 4: The Task-Centered Model
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of the Task-Centered Model
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: Problems Are a Part of the Human Experience
• Principle 2: Humans Seek to Relieve Distress Caused by Problems
• Principle 3: People Are Problem Solvers and Problem-Solving Increases Self-Efficacy
• Principle 4: The Task-Centered Model Can Be Integrated With Various Theoretical Perspectives
• Application of the Task-Centered Model Within Social Work Practice
• Initial Phases
• Middle Phase: Intervention
• Final Phase: Termination
• Case Example
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting and Contracting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of the Task-Centered Model
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 5: Conflict Theory
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Conflict Theory
• Dialectical Materialism
• Capitalism
• Other Theories
• Macro Practice Case Example
• Mezzo Practice Case Example
• Application of Conflict Theory Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Conflict Theory
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 6: Humanism and Client-Centered Theory
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Client-Centered Theory
• Key Concepts
• Incongruence and Congruence
• Unconditional Positive Regard
• Empathy
• Self-Actualization
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: Personal and Social Problems Occur When People Are Devalued
• Principle 2: Change Happens in the Context of an Authentic Helping Relationship
• Principle 3: People Are Capable of Self-Actualization When the Conditions Allow Positive Growth and
• Stories From the Field
• Application of Client-Centered Theory Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Client-Centered Theory
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 7: Cognitive and Behavioral Theories
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Behaviorism and Cognitive Theory
• Key Concepts
• Classical Conditioning
• Operant Conditioning
• Reinforcers
• Punishers
• Imitation
• Cognition
• Cognitive Restructuring
• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
• Application of CBT Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Stories From the Field
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Cognitive and Behavioral Theories
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 8: Empowerment Theory
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Empowerment Theory
• Development of Empowerment in Social Work
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: The Personal Is Political
• Principle 2: Marginalization Is Systematic
• Principle 3: Personal Psychosocial Transformation Can Lead to Social Change
• Principle 4: Empowerment Can Only Occur When People Are Treated With Dignity and Respect
• Principle 5: A Non-Hierarchical Model Fosters Change
• Principle 6: Empowerment Leads to Social Action
• Application of Empowerment Theory Within Social Work Practice
• Case Example
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Empowerment Theory
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 9: Narrative Theory
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Narrative Theory
• Key Concepts
• Narrative
• Multistoried
• Social Construction
• Externalization
• Dominant Narrative
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: People Communicate About Their Lives Through the Process of Storytelling
• Principle 2: The Process of Sharing a Story Allows the Storytellers to Attach Meaning to Their Exper
• Principle 3: Helping Clients Alter the Meaning They Attach to Experiences Can Be Helpful
• Principle 4: Externalization Helps Clients Understand Their Experiences in More Liberating Ways
• Application of Narrative Theory Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Narrative Theory
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 10: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of SFBT
• Theoretical Principles of SFBT
• Principle 1: Uniqueness of the Client Must Be Considered
• Principle 2: The Focus Is on Solutions, Not Problems
• Principle 3: People Possess Different Strengths
• Principle 4: Exceptions to the Problem Likely Exist
• Principle 5: The Intensity, Frequency, Duration, and Severity of the Distress Must Be Considered
• Principle 6: Focus Is on Systemic and Contextualized Experience and Solutions
• Principle 7: The Process Remains Future-Oriented
• Principle 8: The Who, Where, and What Help to Identify the Nature of the Distress
• Application of SFBT Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of SFBT
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 11: Crisis Theory
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of Crisis Theory
• Levels of Crisis
• Stages of Experiencing and Resolving a Crisis
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• The Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Management Protocol
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Crisis Theory
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 12: Feminist and Critical Theories
• Introduction
• Historical Foundation and Overview of Critical Theory
• Theoretical Principles of Critical Theory
• Historical Foundation and Overview of Feminist Theory
• Theoretical Principles of Feminist Theory
• Similarities and Differences
• Key Concepts
• Internalized Oppression and Symbolic Violence
• Consciousness Raising and Communicative Action
• Empowerment and Emancipation
• Principles of Feminist and Critical Theories Within Social Work Practice
• Application of Feminist and Critical Theories Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of Feminist and Critical Theory Approaches
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 13: Transtheoretical Model
• Introduction
• A Historical Discussion of TTM
• Key Concepts
• Transtheoretical
• Process
• Decisional Balance
• Relapse
• Processes of Change
• Theoretical Principles
• Principle 1: Behavior Change Is a Process
• Principle 2: Drawing From Multiple Theories Is the Best Approach When Seeking Behavior Change
• Principle 3: Processes of Change Are Used to Prompt Adjustments to Behavior
• Stages of Change
• Precontemplation
• Contemplation
• Preparation
• Action
• Maintenance
• Termination
• Motivational Interviewing
• Demonstrate Empathy
• Develop Discrepancy
• Expect and Accept Resistance
• Foster Self-Efficacy
• Application of TTM Within Social Work Practice
• Engagement
• Assessment
• Goal Setting
• Intervention
• Termination
• Evaluation
• Case Example
• Case Example Discussion Questions
• Stories From the Field
• Student Application of Skills
• Strengths and Limitations of TTM and Motivational Interviewing
• Conclusion
• Resources for Students
• References
• Chapter 14: Theory and Practice: Pulling It All Together
• Acknowledgments
• About the Authors
• Author Index
• Subject Index
• End User License Agreement