Applying Career Development Theory to Counseling [Hardcover]

Richard S. Sharf (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 9, 2005 | ISBN-10: 0534272452 | ISBN-13: 978-0534272456 | Edition: 4

A must read for practicing counselors and counselors in training, APPLYING CAREER DEVELOPMENT THEORY TO COUNSELING shows you how to apply principles of career development in a counseling setting! A clear writing style, useful case examples, and integrated coverage of diversity set this text apart from others in the field. The book-specific website makes studying easy with discussion questions, tutorial quizzes, and relevant links.

Editorial Reviews

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"In my opinion, the author did an excellent job of covering the essential topics in a logical sequence. There are many (and varied) examples and case studies that highlight specific career counseling issues."

"I would describe the Sharf text as an up-to-date comprehensive examination of applying career development theory to the counseling setting. It is a well-researched and well-organized text for students with a background in the helping professions."

"While other career texts briefly underline the basic concepts of the theories, Sharf?s text goes into detail. He describes the applicability of the theories to marginalized groups well. The case scenarios are a wonderful addition to this text."

About the Author

Richard S. Sharf has been an Associate Professor of Individual and Family Studies and Psychology at the University of Delaware where he continues to teach. He worked as a psychologist in the Center for Counseling and Student Development for over 30 years doing therapy with University students until his retirement in 2005. Dr. Sharf has additional books published by Cengage Learning including THEORIES OF PSYCHOTHERAPY AND COUNSELING, 4E and LIFE'S CHOICES: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 504 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 4 edition (August 9, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534272452
• ISBN-13: 978-0534272456
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #201,378 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #68 in Books > Business & Investing > Job Hunting & Careers > Vocational Guidance

More About the Author

Richard S. Sharf served as Associate Professor of Individual and Family Studies and Psychology at the University of Delaware where he continues to teach. For more than 30 years, he worked as a psychologist in the Center for Counseling and Student Development, doing therapy with university students until his retirement in 2005. Additional Cengage Learning titles from Dr. Sharf include APPLYING CAREER DEVELOPMENT THEORY TO COUNSELING, 5E and LIFE'S CHOICES: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS.

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26 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for beginners, October 5, 1999

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This review is from: Applying Career Development Theory to Counseling (Hardcover)

This book provides a comprehensive discussion and integration of career development theories. The instructor's manual assists the beginning professor with an opportunity to impart quality pedagogical knowledge to students. The examples cited throughout the text offer students an opportunity ingest the course material and retain their newly found knowledge. The author makes learning career theories enjoyable and very applicable to situations.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Applying Career Development Theory to Counseling - Review, January 18, 2007

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This review is from: Applying Career Development Theory to Counseling (Hardcover)

This book presents 14 theories arranged by type of theory. It is clear, concise, and each theory is beautifully illustrated by vignette.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Career Development Theories, June 3, 2009

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This review is from: Applying Career Development Theory to Counseling (Hardcover)

This book was purchased as the text for a Career Development class in a graduate program in Counseling. We're using it as a resource to supplement the lectures. I am finding it easy to read and so far very helpful. I especially appreciate the case examples and client/counselor dialogues as well as the information regarding the various tests and inventories which seem to be an integral part of the career counseling environment.