Book Title: Helping Skills Facilitating Exploration Insight and Action Author: Clara Hill Publication Date: 2019 Pages: 400 pages Publisher: Routledge Genre: Self-Help, Psychology, Social Work Synopsis: In this fourth edition of her renowned textbook, Clara Hill delves into the intricacies of basic helping skills, providing undergraduate and first-year graduate students with a comprehensive exploration of the three stages of helping clients - exploration, insight, and action. This authoritative yet accessible guide offers a thorough understanding of the goals and theoretical foundations of each stage, as well as essential principles for ethical practice and cultural issues. With new content on self-awareness and cultural awareness, this updated version challenges readers to reflect on their reasons for becoming helpers and the process of developing a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological evolution of modern knowledge. Exploration Stage: The first stage of helping involves exploring clients' thoughts and feelings, allowing them to express their concerns and emotions without judgment. This stage is crucial in establishing a rapport with the client and creating a safe space for them to open up about their struggles.

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