Rewarding Specialties for Mental Health Clinicians: Developing Your Practice Niche (The Clinician's Toolbox) [Paperback]

Rona L. LoPresti Phd=D (Author), Edward L. Zuckerman PhD (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1572309342 | ISBN-13: 978-1572309340 | Publication Date: November 5, 2003 | Edition: 1

Picking up where other independent practice guides leave off, this unique book provides generalist clinicians with the tools to transform their careers through specialization. Readers are invited to match their interests and skills with over 70 well researched specialty services in five broad areas. The focus is on rewarding, non-managed care opportunities where demand is high and professional competition low. Best of all, the authors have already reviewed the scientific knowledge base and conducted preliminary market research. Overviews of key literature plus valuable suggestions for business planning and marketing are presented here to fire up the imagination and jump start decision making. From helping families and children navigate a range of contemporary concerns, to developing innovative healthcare or business oriented services, to working with underserved populations (and much more!), the book spells out the 'whats,' 'whys,' and 'how tos' of becoming a sought after expert in dozens of ethically and professionally viable specialties.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Rewarding Specialties for Mental Health Clinicians is a highly readable volume on a topic of great concern to psychotherapists today. The evolution of mental health practice will entail the development of new and emerging roles for psychologists and other professionals. This book provides very practical guidance on building a career in such areas as psychological health care, family and school counseling, business and industry consultation, forensic work, and services for underserved populations. It is an invaluable resource for graduate students, young clinicians just starting out in practice, and more senior psychotherapists looking to refresh their careers after a decade of managed care."--Ronald F. Levant, EdD, ABPP, Department of Psychology, Nova Southeastern University

"In this age of change, some psychologists have developed a victim mentality. They believe themselves to be trapped in low-reward practices. Others will read LoPresti and Zuckerman's book. When they do, they will find a well-researched treasure trove of options and ideas of how to employ psychological knowledge with people who need us, but whom most clinicians have largely ignored. Graduate students will find the information in this book essential in structuring their studies, planning their careers, and challenging the thinking of their professors."--Dana C. Ackley, PhD

"Drs. LoPresti and Zuckerman have combined their respective expertise to offer our profession something that is unique and highly valuable. They show how specialization is the key to reaching the portion of the public who needs your work. This book provides an ethical and effective prescription to identifying non-managed care specialties. It will help you integrate your clinical training, develop your entrepreneurial spirit, and successfully reach the clientele you want to serve."/m-/Laurie Kolt, PhD

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Introduction Section 1. The Psychological Sides of Medical Illness Section 2. Couples, Families, Children, and Schools Section 3. The World of Work Section 4. Forensics Section 5. Underserved Populations and Developing Needs References

Product Details

• Paperback: 358 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; 1 edition (November 5, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572309342
• ISBN-13: 978-1572309340
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #527,288 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)