Assessment in Counseling: Practice and Applications

1st Edition (2017) • By Richard S. Balkin & Gerald A. Juhnke

Assessment in Counseling: Practice and Applications is a skill-forward guide to psychological assessment written for counseling students and practicing clinicians. With a conversational tone and consistent case examples, it focuses on what counselors need to do in real settings—selecting appropriate instruments, administering them responsibly, interpreting results, and applying findings to client care—without overemphasizing statistical complexity. The book also foregrounds ethical, cultural, and professional considerations central to assessment-informed counseling practice.

Product Details

• Title: Assessment in Counseling: Practice and Applications
• Edition: 1st Edition (2017)
• Authors: Richard S. Balkin; Gerald A. Juhnke
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: December 28, 2017
• ISBN-13: 9780190672751
• ISBN-10: 0190672757
• Format: Paperback
• Dimensions: 18.8 x 2.0 x 23.4 cm (7.4 x 0.8 x 9.2 in)
• Weight: 0.73 kg (1.6 lb)
• Price: $69.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free Shipping Worldwide

Key Features

• Practice-first approach that prioritizes real counseling workflows over heavy statistics
• Case-based learning with realistic scenarios applied throughout to reinforce skills
• Assessment selection guidance for matching tools to client needs and clinical questions
• Interpretation & application focused on translating results into actionable care planning
• Ethical & cultural emphasis supporting responsible, client-centered assessment

Topics Covered (Highlights)

1. Introduction to Assessment in Counseling
2. Foundations of Psychological Assessment
3. Selecting & Administering Assessment Tools
4. Interpreting Assessment Results
5. Ethical, Legal & Professional Standards
6. Cultural Considerations & Bias-Reduction
7. Case Studies in Counseling Assessment
8. Applying Assessment Findings in Clinical Practice
9. Future Trends in Counseling Assessment

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Overview

A practical, counselor-centered introduction to psychological assessment—focused on selecting tools, administering responsibly, interpreting results, and applying findings to real client care with strong ethical and cultural grounding.

Who Should Use This Book?

• Graduate and undergraduate counseling and psychology students
• Faculty teaching assessment or counseling skills courses
• Practicing counselors and mental health clinicians
• Supervisors, trainers, and clinical educators

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FAQs

• Is this book suitable for counseling students?
  Yes, it is written specifically for undergraduate and graduate counseling students learning assessment skills.
• Is this book focused more on practice or statistics?
  It focuses on practical assessment skills rather than heavy statistical theory.
• Who is the primary audience for this book?
  Counseling students, counselor educators, and practicing mental health professionals.
• Does the book include real-world case studies?
  Yes, realistic case studies are used consistently throughout the book.
• Is this book appropriate for clinical practice?
  Yes, it is designed to support real-world counseling and clinical decision-making.
• Does it cover ethical and cultural considerations in assessment?
  Yes, ethical standards and culturally responsive assessment are emphasized throughout.
• Is this book beginner-friendly?
  Yes, its conversational writing style makes it accessible for beginners while remaining professional.

Build assessment confidence—and apply results responsibly in real counseling work with Assessment in Counseling: Practice and Applications.