Walsh's text provides MSW course instructors and students with a single volume that incorporates concise, comprehensive coverage of eleven major clinical practice theories that social workers commonly use in their assessment, planning, and intervention tasks with individuals, families, and groups. The book's scope encompasses a broad view of the practice field, yet still allows students to look closely at each theory discussed.
Joseph Walsh is a professor of social work at Virginia Common¬wealth University. He has been a direct service practitioner in the field of ¬mental health for many years; first in a psychiatric hospital and later in community mental health center settings. He has provided services to older adult and general outpatient populations, but has mostly specialized in services to persons with serious mental illness and their families. Since 1993 Joe has been at VCU, teaching courses in generalist practice, clinical practice, human behavior, research, and social theory. He continues to provide direct services to clients in local mental health agencies. He has published widely in social work and related journals on topics related to clinical practice.
