Crisis Counseling

Preparing for the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination requires a strong understanding of clinical assessment, case conceptualization, treatment planning, and ethical decision-making. This book is a concise study guide designed to supplement more detailed materials, helping candidates focus on key exam concepts and refine their clinical judgment. The NCMHCE differs from multiple-choice exams, emphasizing case simulations that assess applied knowledge. This guide provides clear explanations of essential topics, including diagnostic criteria, intervention planning, cultural ...

This Too Shall Pass unflinchingly deals with major issues relating to: family, love, work, health and identity. We follow the personal narratives of 20 or so everyday people in their 20s to 80s during their most vulnerable and transformative experiences. We follow Jackson's character-building story of first love; Rachel's difficult return from maternity leave; Maria's mid-life love crisis; Sara's hopeful new life as a refugee and Owen's well-received coming out. These are unforgettable and deeply intimate yet universal stories.

Michael Anthony wrote in his book Foundations of Ministry : “Many churches are involved in activities which contribute to our society’s needy,( such as ministries for the homeless, unwed mothers, and various recovery groups). Their involvement in such programs fulfill the biblical mandate of clothing the needy, feeding the hungry, and visiting prisoners, widows, and orphans( James 1:27; Matt. 25:35-36). The difficulty comes when these programs take on such a significant role that the church ceases to fulfill its primary role of evangelism of the lost and edification of the body…The ...

INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLER AUTHOR An Empire of Power. A Family Torn Apart. A Battle for Redemption. Theo Fester has risen from a childhood of poverty and bullying to build a global technological empire, becoming one of the world’s most powerful magnates. His name symbolizes success and resilience. However, beneath his professional triumphs lies a fractured personal life that threatens to unravel everything he has built. In “Prisoners of the Mind”, renowned psychiatrist Augusto Cury explores Theo's life, haunted by past demons and toxic family dynamics. As Theo’s empire grows, so does...

What is it about humans that causes us to defy genetic programming and so often live in hope, despite all that's terrible about existence? In this audio program, Diane Ackerman shares what she has learned about human survival from working at a crisis hotline. Full of insight, drama, and self-revelation, her wisdom draws from all human knowledge - from the natural and social sciences to the insights of great artists - to show how humans, like animals, cope with stress, and to illumine the tenuous but gorgeous thread by which we all cling.

Conquer the LMSW Exam: Study Guide for the Licensed Master Social Worker Exam is your comprehensive resource for mastering the LMSW exam. This guide offers in-depth coverage of essential topics, including human behavior, social work practice, ethics, and assessment. Designed to boost your confidence and preparedness, the guide includes detailed explanations and practical examples. The guide not only covers theoretical concepts but also provides real-world applications, helping you connect your learning to practical scenarios. Additionally, it offers insights into common pitfalls and how to ...

Run to the Father when your world feels like it’s falling apart. Loss affects everyone and at some point everyone will walk through a type of major loss in their lives. It might be through the death of a loved one, or the ending of a relationship, or losing a job, etc. The choices we make in how we deal with loss will have a direct impact on our path and journey in life. In the midst of their crisis, the last thing grieving people need is to be told how they should feel during their process or receive a shallow response to their deepest questions. More than anything, during times of loss,...