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Leaving It at the Office, First Edition: A Guide to Psychotherapist Self-Care First Edition

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"A true gem. This book combines an insightful review of relevant research with wisdom derived from decades of clinical experience, in a warm, humorous, and thought-provoking manner. It should be read (and periodically reread!) by all psychotherapists and those in training. Norcross and Guy provide practical suggestions that take psychotherapist self-care, self-awareness, and self-action to a new level. This book is an invaluable resource, and all those who read and utilize it will be glad they did."--Jeffrey E. Barnett, PsyD, President-Elect, American Psychological Association Division 29 (Psychotherapy); Affiliate Professor, Loyola College in Maryland "This is a special book and one that is needed. Professional impairment is a major problem in all of the mental health professions, and prevention is the key to dealing with burnout. This book contains a wealth of practical information that readers can apply to keep themselves vital, both as persons and as professionals. Throughout, the authors interweave key research findings with their own personal and clinical experiences. Every counseling educator and psychology educator could benefit from reading this book and incorporating these topics into their training programs."--Gerald Corey, EdD, Department of Human Services (Emeritus), California State University, Fullerton "As psychotherapists, we specialize in caring for others. This thoughtfully crafted book underscores the necessity and value of caring for ourselves. It highlights how meaningful and personally tailored self-care plans can alleviate the stress associated with being a psychotherapist and bolster clinical effectiveness. Myriad appealing and effective self-care strategies are offered; the Self-Care Checklists at the end of each chapter are especially useful tools. Any psychotherapist or psychotherapist in training who implements the techniques in this volume is likely to feel personally and professionally rejuvenated and to experience greater joys and rewards in his or her practice."--Nadine Kaslow, PhD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Emory University

"Work and family stresses constitute significant contributing factors to psychotherapist burnout, professional lapses, and ethical complaints. Norcross and Guy have provided a superb roadmap and guide to prevention of such problems. They provide well-validated strategies and ways of thinking needed to stay on track in a stressful and demanding occupation not usually recognized as such. We could probably cut professional liability insurance rates and ethical complaints significantly, if we could only get all of our colleagues to read and follow this book's wise advice."--Gerald P. Koocher, PhD, School for Health Studies, Simmons College

"The authors bring a wealth of experience in research, practice, and training to this priceless work; their wisdom shows in the very practical self-care strategies they suggest in each chapter. The book provides powerful examples of ways in which psychotherapists can focus on their own physical, spiritual, and mental health, many of which are anchored in the transtheoretical model of behavior change. Experienced psychotherapists will appreciate the depth and breadth of the information provided, and the book also will be a good classroom text for new psychotherapists."--Mary Marden Velasquez, PhD, School of Social Work, University of Texas at Austin


 

"True confessions: I needed to read this book. Let me be more inclusive: as psychotherapists, whether seasoned or neophyte, we all need to read this book, or at the very least attend to its vital messages....Leaving It at the Office is filled with compassionate fervor and recognition of the satisfactions of our professional lives....Twelve central elements to therapist self-care form the base for the 12 chapters of the book....Each chapter sets out information that is described as a field guide rather than an instructional manual, a 'curious mix of 'how to,' 'you should,' and 'chill-out'....In addition to finding this book informative and engaging, it was just plain fun to read. These are two very skilled writers, speaking to their peers in a colloquial tone that combines their love of language with a deliberate use of humor....Digesting this book, and making use of its energy, is just what the doctor ordered." ― Psychotherapy Published On: 2007-06-27

"This self-care book is a delightfully down-to-earth, honest, inspirational, and aspirational guide for psychotherapists' well-being in their professional and personal lives....The book serves to jumpstart readers into thought and action about self-care. The particulars of what readers decide to do is deliberately left up to the readers themselves; the authors make it clear that they have no personal investment in the ultimate outcome, aside from enhancing the profession as a whole and giving much-deserved recognition to the difficult work psychotherapists are called upon to do....Clever and useful self-care checklists are provided at the conclusion of each chapter as a quick reference to the main points discussed. A recommended reading list is also provided at the end of each chapter....Clinicians are instruments of change whose focus must be on the best interests of others. Norcross and Guy remind us that clinicians are humans, too: Self-care is not selfish, but a means to ensure that we are in the best condition to meet our professional duties and sustain healthy personal lives." ― Journal of Trauma and Dissociation Published On: 2007-06-27

About the Author

John C. Norcross, PhD, ABPP, is Professor of Psychology and Distinguished University Fellow at the University of Scranton and a clinical psychologist in part-time practice. With over 250 scholarly publications, including 15 books, he is past president of the International Society of Clinical Psychology and of the American Psychological Association (APA) Division of Psychotherapy, and editor of Journal of Clinical Psychology: In Session. He is a recipient of the APA's Distinguished Career Contributions to Education and Training Award, among other awards.

 

James D. Guy, Jr. PhD, ABPP, is President and Executive Director of the Headington Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides psychological and spiritual support to humanitarian aid and disaster relief personnel worldwide. He also maintains a private practice in clinical psychology in Pasadena, California. Dr. Guy was Dean and Professor of Psychology at the Graduate School of Psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary from 1995 to 2001. Widely published, he is the author of The Personal Life of the Psychotherapist.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The Guilford Press; First Edition (June 25, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 238 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593855761
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593855765
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.76 x 9 inches
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    John C. Norcross, PhD, ABPP, is Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Scranton, Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical College, and a board-certified clinical psychologist.

    Dr. Norcross has authored more than 400 publications and edited or co-written 24 professional books. He has also published two award-winning self-help books: Changeology, and Changing for Good (with Prochaska and DiClemente).

    Dr. Norcross has been elected president of the American Psychological Association (APA) Division of Clinical Psychology, the APA Division of Psychotherapy, and Society for the Exploration of Psychotherapy Integration. He has served on APA’s governing Council of Representatives and on the editorial boards of a dozen journals.

    Among his professional awards are APA’s Distinguished Career Contributions to Education & Training Award, Pennsylvania Professor of the Year from the Carnegie Foundation, the Rosalee Weiss Award from the American Psychological Foundation, and election to the National Academies of Practice.

    His reach and influence are truly international, as witnessed by invited presentations in 35 countries and translation of his books into multiple languages. Dr. Norcross's work has been featured in hundreds of media interviews, and he has appeared repeatedly on national television shows, such as the Today Show, CBS News Sunday Morning, and Good Morning America.

    He lives in the northeast Pennsylvania with his wife, two grown children, and their two grandkids.

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Tamara Suttle
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Book EVER on Self-Care for Clinicians and Non-Clinicians, Too!
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2015
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Thank you, John C. Norcross! Finally a book that addresses self-care with the depth this topic deserves.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years in the field, I have grown more than weary of the quick-fix / bandaid approach to self-care that is often presented in books and workshops for mental health providers and the general public at large.

Leaving It at the Office reflects a thoughtful examination for the clinician that is serious about the subject matter and willing to engage in self-reflection and then take appropriate action to strengthen his / her own self-care.

I particularly appreciate the action-oriented list of suggestions for anyone interested in focusing and shoring up steps toward self-care.

I rarely take the time to review a book online but am happy to endorse this one!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for a therapist
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2013
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This book is great. I recommend it and Yalom's, The Gift of Therapy as resource to help a therapist feel normal, when they mess up and relieved to know that giants in the field have been there, messed up as well, and how to process that and move forward. Both books are a great resource to speak exactly to what I am going through during tough times as as therapist. A must for your bookshelf.
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Karri Hickman
4.0 out of 5 stars It has some great self care ideas
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2017
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Definitely read this book a couple of times. It has some great self care ideas.
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Tressa D. McMillan
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Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2018
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Very good book. Essential in my counseling library.
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Margaret
5.0 out of 5 stars A golden oldie!! The best tool for all clinicians who WILL at sometime experience Burn Out. Don't fake it folk..read this book
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2015
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A truly golden oldie...a must for clinicians!!
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Tatiana Turo
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Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2014
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Patricia K. Spiegel
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for all mental health professionals
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2013
My own writing is about the darker side of the mental health profession--those who break the ethics rules that harm clients and ultimately themselves. I have become convinced over the years that self-care is the best route to maintaining a competent, ethical practice. Most violators never set out to behave badly. Instead they got lost in their own issues, often stress, relationship problems, poor health habits, isolation, unexamined regrets, and so on. In short, most violators are wounded healers whose decision-making became corrupted.

John Norcross has given us an extremely well-written book that needs to be read carefully and then reflected upon by looking inward. It's a compatible mix of research based information, practical advice and ideas to consider. There is something for all of us.
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Some Reveiwer
5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful book
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2008
Those who are expecting a "how to" guide to self-care might be disappointed, although that's what I was looking for and I still found the book to be very helpful. A large part of this book is focused on emphasizing the importance of self-care through the research on the topic. I have to admit I was annoyed by that at first, but if it weren't for that I probably wouldn't have followed through on the self-care plan I made for myself. The book also talks about different strategies, but is not a "how to" book because each person will have different ways of coping...just as you can't treat an anxiety disorder from a rigid manual.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 8, 2015
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Very good book!
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