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Social services & welfare, criminology

Paperback. Focusing on the interaction between supervisor and supervisee in the agency context, this book explores the interdependence of task and process in supervision. The authors conclude that effective service-delivery continues to depend on agencies providing the "thinking space" that supervision represents. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 326.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853023279
ISBN
9781853023279
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.27

Paperback. With a whole host of activities to use with different types of family, this resource is an invaluable toolbox for working therapeutically with families. From divorced families to those with an incarcerated parent, the book includes guidance on the best interventions to use for different family types and a wealth of easy to use, creative activities. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 278 x 13. Weight in Grams: 568.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849059626
ISBN
9781849059626
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.16

Paperback. Full of simple and effective design ideas and tips for writing adoption portfolios, this is a step-by-step guide to creating a portfolio that will present you in the best possible light and help the right birth-family to find and choose you. Num Pages: 168 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 218 x 11. Weight in Grams: 486.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849059466
ISBN
9781849059466
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.41

Paperback. Foster Parenting Step-by-Step is a concise guide to fostering that summarizes what to expect as a foster parent. It guides you through the different stages of a fostering relationship, including common issues encountered at each age and how to tackle them. This is a book that will empower fostering parents with successful parenting skills. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 150 x 11. Weight in Grams: 206.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849059374
ISBN
9781849059374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.06

Paperback. The Interracial Adoption Option draws on the lives and experiences of a couple adopting children interracially. Through the author' experiences, the book guides prospective parents through the adoption experience, providing answers to complex questions and offering practical advice on interracially adoption. Num Pages: 168 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL; JKSF; VFVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 242.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849059305
ISBN
9781849059305
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.74

Paperback. This is a comprehensive guide to nurturing adoptions, explaining the theory behind the impact of neglect and trauma on children's development, and what attachment means. It provides professionals with the knowledge and advice they need to help adoptive families build positive relationships and help children heal. Num Pages: 512 pages, 5 tables. BIC Classification: JKSF; JKSN; JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 226 x 27. Weight in Grams: 712.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058919
ISBN
9781849058919
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.62

Paperback. This is an accessible guide to using therapeutic stories to help connect with troubled adopted children. It demonstrates how parents and professionals can create their own stories to help children heal, and explains the theory behind the therapy. This second edition includes updated research and full sample stories. Num Pages: 240 pages, 2 figures, 1 table. BIC Classification: JKSF; JMC; VFVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 231 x 16. Weight in Grams: 358.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058698
ISBN
9781849058698
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.62

Hardback. This book takes an international perspective on child welfare, examining how frameworks can be adapted to address the rights and best interests of children. Synthesising the latest research, experts redefine the concept of a 'child in need' in a world where global movement is common and children are frequently involved in the law. Editor(s): Sheehan, Rosemary; Rhoades, Helen; Stanley, Nicky. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; LBBR; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 660.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058681
ISBN
9781849058681
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 114.92

Paperback. This book makes a vital contribution to the understanding of ethics as the cornerstone of mindfulness-based practice, and will be of interest to all those involved in delivering mindfulness-based interventions, including psychologists, counselors, spiritual directors, occupational therapists, physicians, nurses, and educators. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBDC; MMJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 151 x 16. Weight in Grams: 356.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058506
ISBN
9781849058506
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.57

Paperback. Performing New Lives draws together some of the most original and innovative programs in contemporary prison theatre. Leading prison theatre directors and practitioners discuss the prison theatre experience first-hand, and offer valuable insights. It is essential reading for drama therapists, theatre artists, prison educators and academics. Editor(s): Shailor, Jonathan. Num Pages: 304 pages, 19 photographs. BIC Classification: JKVQ1; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 417.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058230
ISBN
9781849058230
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.27

Paperback. Elfie Hinterkopf explains how the Experiential Focusing Method enables counselors and spiritual directors to integrate the spiritual dimension in their counseling effectively and provides practical information for its application. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 231 x 8. Weight in Grams: 240.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849057967
ISBN
9781849057967
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.70

Paperback. Adoption authority Sherrie Eldridge offers personal, life-affirming advice to adoptees who have mixed emotions about adoption. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 142 x 216 x 30. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849057745
ISBN
9781849057745
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.57

Paperback. Insightful and inspiring presentations by the foremost dementia advocate, compiled here for the first time, provide new ways of understanding dementia and better ways to ensure that the voices of people with dementia are heard. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; JKSM; MJND; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 176 x 246 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849056717
ISBN
9781849056717
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.40

Paperback. This book presents a simple and direct three-step approach for developing effective safeguarding practice, providing structured guidance for frontline managers and practitioners. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 10. Weight in Grams: 278.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849056212
ISBN
9781849056212
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.65

Paperback. A comprehensive overview of supervision in the helping professions, bringing together contemporary theory, practice and research. It is unique in addressing cross-disciplinary and interprofessional issues and linking theoretical discussions with practical examples and exercises. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JKSN; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849055895
ISBN
9781849055895
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.22

Paperback. What are the key ingredients for long lasting foster care placements? In this study the lives and routines of 10 foster families, considered to be providers of effective and lasting care are examined. Featuring original research, the type of care that these families provide and the reason for their success is analysed. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 230 x 12. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054812
ISBN
9781849054812
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.27

Paperback. Providing a much-needed accessible overview of the complex philosophical and ethical underpinnings of dementia care, this book explores current thinking around the concepts of ageing, personhood, capacity, liberty, best interests and the nature of palliative care, shedding new light on their implications for the caring professions. Num Pages: 248 pages, 2 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 13. Weight in Grams: 380.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054775
ISBN
9781849054775
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.44

Paperback. In Building Self-Esteem in Children Who Are Adopted or Fostered Dr. Sue offers useful advice and outlines proven techniques for those supporting children aged 7+ to help them grow up to be confident and successful. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 218.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054669
ISBN
9781849054669
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.31

Paperback. This practical resource provides professionals with techniques for developing a more balanced lifestyle. The author discusses the meaning of whole life balance and explains how it can be achieved in reality with some simple, straightforward strategies. Num Pages: 208 pages, 35 b&w figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MQT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 303 x 271 x 14. Weight in Grams: 310.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054065
ISBN
9781849054065
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 30.87

Paperback. David Moat shows that counselling and emotional support is not only possible for people on the autism spectrum, but essential. He describes the impact of autism on emotional regulation, looks at how various therapeutic principles can be applied to address these issues and identifies strategies for dealing with common emotional difficulties. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 158 x 10. Weight in Grams: 242.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849053884
ISBN
9781849053884
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.65

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