Build a thriving career in counseling with the mental health counseling book, "Foundations for Clinical Mental Health Counseling: An Introduction to the Profession" by Mark S. Gerig. This essential guide is perfect for students, practitioners, and educators entering the mental health field as of August 2025.

About This Clinical Counseling Textbook

Published on January 8, 2017, by Pearson, this 400-page paperback offers a fresh perspective on clinical mental health counseling. Mark S. Gerig, with over 30 years of experience, covers practical skills, agency management, and contemporary challenges, supported by real-world insights and academic rigor, making it a foundational resource.

Key Features

Comprehensive introduction to counseling profession roles.
Practical guidance on client treatment and agency operations.
Insights from Gerig’s leadership in professional associations.
Ideal for undergraduate and graduate counseling courses.

Why Choose This Mental Health Guide?

Perfect for aspiring counselors and educators, this book is priced at $65.00 (down from $90), with free shipping on orders over $50. Web reviews praise its practicality, with users noting, “A must for new clinicians” (4.5/5 average from platforms like Goodreads). Limited stock—order soon to launch your counseling journey!

About the Author

Mark S. Gerig, PhD, is a professor at Indiana Wesleyan University and a licensed mental health counselor. His leadership in the American Mental Health Counselors Association and extensive practice inform this authoritative text.

FAQs

What is clinical mental health counseling? It’s a profession helping individuals with mental health challenges through therapy.
Who should use this book? Essential for counseling students, therapists, and mental health educators.

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