'This book is a must have for anyone training to work with children. It combines theory, research-based strategies and direct experience to create a practical, accessible and thoughtful guide. New counsellors will no doubt continue to refer to the book's suggested strategies and media for years to come.' </p><p>Dr Samantha Bursnall, Clinical Psychologist, Department of Child and Family, Tavistock Centre, London </p><p></p><p>This fourth edition of bestselling Counselling Children is a highly practical guide to the skills and strategies which can be used in working with children who are experiencing emotional problems. </p><p></p><p>The authors cover: </p><p>-The goals for counselling children and the counsellor-child relationship </p><p>-Practice frameworks for working effectively with children </p><p>-Play therapy and using different media and activities </p><p>-Building self esteem and social skills using worksheets. </p><p></p><p>This fully revised fourth edition includes a new chapter on Ethical Considerations; a new chapter covering Historical Background and Contemporary Ideas, helping you understand and demonstrate the evidence base for your practice; and lots more case studies to help you develop appropriate techniques across different settings and at different stages of your practice. </p><p></p><p>The book is invaluable in the practical skills training of counsellors, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, nurses, teachers, and other professionals who work with children. </p><p></p><p>Dr Kathryn Geldard is adjunct senior lecturer at the University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia. </p><p></p><p>David Geldard has an international reputation as a psychologist and trainer of counsellors. He is noted for his work in counselling children and their families. </p><p></p><p>Rebecca Yin Foo is an educational and developmental psychologist who specializes in working with children and families in her private practice.