Family Therapy: History, Theory, and Practice

By Samuel T. Gladding

Family Therapy: History, Theory, and Practice, Seventh Edition offers a comprehensive and balanced exploration of the evolution, models, and real-world application of family therapy. Written by a leading authority in counseling, this textbook integrates historical foundations with contemporary systemic approaches.

Widely used in counseling and marriage & family therapy programs, the 7th Edition blends academic rigor with clinical relevance. It equips readers to understand how family systems theory informs assessment, intervention, ethics, and evidence-based practice in diverse settings.

Product Details

• Edition: 7th Edition
• Author: Samuel T. Gladding
• Publisher: Pearson
• ISBN-13: 9780134785431
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 480+
• Availability: In Stock
• Price: $59.99 (Free Shipping)

Table of Contents Highlights

• History and Development of Family Therapy
• Systems Theory and Family Dynamics
• Major Models of Family Therapy
• Assessment and Diagnosis in Systemic Contexts
• Intervention Techniques and Strategies
• Research and Evidence-Based Practice
• Multicultural and Ethical Issues
• Future Trends and Integrative Models

Key Features of the 7th Edition

• Clear historical overview of major family therapy movements
• In-depth discussion of leading theoretical models
• Clinical examples illustrating intervention strategies
• Updated research on diversity, LGBTQ+ families, and integrative approaches
• Strong emphasis on ethics, supervision, and practitioner self-care

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What This Book Covers

A structured examination of classical and modern family therapy models, showing how systemic thinking evolved and how it is applied in contemporary clinical practice.

Who Should Use This Book?

• Students in counseling and marriage & family therapy programs
• Licensed therapists and psychologists
• Educators teaching systemic and relational approaches
• Supervisors and clinicians in training environments

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FAQs

• An overview of family therapy? 
  Family therapy is a counseling approach that treats psychological and relational issues by working with families as interconnected systems rather than focusing on individuals alone.
• What is family counseling, and how does it work?
  Family counseling helps families resolve conflicts and improve relationships by addressing patterns of interaction and communication within the family system.
• Books on group and family therapy : r/psychologystudents - Family Therapy: History, Theory, and Practice — comprehensive exploration of systemic family counseling.