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Clinical Psychology Book Review

Posted by Helping Psychology in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX on Nov 16, 2008

If you are interested in the field of clinical psychology, there are many books to read. The following books are just some of the most popular and respected books about the field of clinical psychology.

If you are interested in an overview of clinical psychology, you should invest in Timothy J. Trull’s book, Clinical Psychology. This book is an easy to read introduction to the field. Tully is a clinician who is well versed in both writing about and researching the field. It covers everything from what defines clinical psychology to past enhancements and theories to current or contemporary trends and developments. The book’s contents are diverse, logical, and well-written. This is perfect for someone who is new to the field. Additionally, there is a media edition of the book that offers people access to clinical cases.

The Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: 2008/2009 is written John C. Norcross, Michael A. Sayette, Tracy J. Mayne, and it is a great book for people who are not only interested in clinical psychology but are considering make this their future career choice. Many professors or instructors are used to students coming up to them asking about graduate schools and the like, and this book is just as good of a resource if not more so. It has a diverse array of information about each of the programs listed in the book. This book will help a person decide if gradate school is for him or her and will help a person decide which school is the right match for his or her interests, skill level, career goals, and budget. Additionally, the book has some much-needed advice on how to get accepted to the school of one’s choice.

If a person is looking for an easy to read introduction to clinical psychology, he or she should read Introduction to Clinical Psychology, a book written by Geoffrey P. Kramer, Douglas A. Bernstein, and Vicky Phares. This book gives the reader a general survey of clinical psychology has to involve. It talks about the history of the field, its functions, the future of psychology, and the various approaches those in the field use. The book covers everything from how to observe and interview people to the different pieces or subfields of clinical psychology. This book gives the reader a taste of everything the field has to offer and is especially interesting or productive for those who are curious about the field.

If you’re looking for the latest developments in clinical psychology, then you should invest in Thomas G. Plante’s book, Contemporary Clinical Psychology. This is a book that is best for those with at least some basic knowledge of the field. This book provides the reader with valuable information about current trends and ideas about clinical psychology. There is discussion of everything from the history of the field to theoretical discussions to talk of science. The book delves into a discussion of the ethics of discussion of practices, theories, and treatments, and it is meant to give the reader an insider’s view of clinical psychology.