Helping beginning & experienced therapists cope with the myriad challenges of working in agencies clinics hospitals & private practice this book distills the leading theories & best practices in the field The authors provide a clear approach to engaging diverse clients & building rapport; interweaving evidence-based techniques to meet therapeutic goals; & intervening effectively with individuals families groups & larger systems Practitioners will find tools for addressing the needs of their clients while caring for themselves & avoiding burnout; students will find a clear-headed framework for making use of the variety of approaches available in mental health practice