{"product_id":"mastering-the-inner-skills-of-psychotherapy-a-deliberate-practice-manual-on-building-psychological-capacity-paperback-softback-9781433845000","title":"Mastering the Inner Skills of Psychotherapy; A Deliberate Practice Manual on Building Psychological Capacity (Paperback \/ softback) 9781433845000","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eMastering the Inner Skills of Psychotherapy\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eA Deliberate Practice Manual on Building Psychological Capacity\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eTony Rousmaniere (Author), Joel Jin (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781433845000\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 31 March 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e160 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.2 x 1.6 cm, 0.264 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Tony Rousmaniere has a great ability to help therapists learn deliberate practice skills. Not only does Tony have an incredible grasp of the scholarly literature, but he also knows how to make it practical and actionable. This second edition of \u003ci\u003eMastering the Inner Skills of Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e is even better than the first. I don't know of another book that addresses ways for therapists to manage their internal reactions within a deliberate practice framework. I'm excited to recommend this to others!\" - Ryan B. Seedall, PhD, LMFT, Professor and Director, Marriage and Family Therapy Program, Utah State University, Logan, UT, United States \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This second edition of \u003ci\u003eMastering the Inner Skills of Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e is a tour de force. Tony Rousmaniere is a master storyteller who leads the reader through his own very personal quest to become more than a \"good enough\" therapist. In the process, Rousmaniere reveals the secrets of deliberate practice in a down-to-earth, accessible, practical, and impactful manner. A must-read for therapists who won't settle for less than bringing forth the best of themselves in the challenging work they do.\" - Hanna Levenson, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor, Researcher; Professor Emeritus, The Wright Institute, Berkeley, CA, United States \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book is a substantial contribution to the field of psychotherapy and is uniquely designed to foster deeper reflection and skill development among practitioners committed to mastering their craft. The inner skills of psychotherapy can be nurtured and developed through the deliberate practice exercises included in this essential manual. No other resource in our field today so effectively tackles the therapist as \u003ci\u003ea person\u003c\/i\u003e and addresses how to enhance our ability to tolerate painful and distressing affect in the room with our clients. \u003ci\u003eMastering the Inner Skills of Psychotherapy: A Deliberate Practice Manual on Building Psychological Capacity, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e should be required reading for therapists of all levels of training.\" - Tracy A. Prout, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, IMPACT Psychological Services, Fishkill, NY, United States\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow in its second edition, this concise volume helps therapists develop the resilience and flexibility they need to deliver effective therapy.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Clients who are provocative, angry, shut down, or emotionally labile often arouse strong emotional responses in therapists. Without proper training and practice, these experiences can make it difficult for therapists to stay self-aware, attuned, and clinically flexible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Founded on the principles of deliberate practice, this book presents a clear and concise training plan to help readers identify, develop, and master the inner skills necessary to be effective therapists. Authors Tony Rousmaniere and Joel Jin explain the theory and value of deliberate practice and guide readers through six experiential exercises to help them build psychological capacity. Readers select their own materials for exposure, ranging from movie clips to videotaped therapy sessions, and learn techniques to navigate their emotional reactions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This second edition includes a new chapter for course instructors, extended and updated research, and expanded clinical resources. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e Prologue to the 2nd Edition\u003cbr\u003e Introduction: Building Therapists’ Psychological Capacity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Foundations of Deliberate Practice in Psychotherapy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1. A Case Example\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 2. What Is Psychological Capacity?\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 3. Effective Stimuli for Deliberate Practice\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 4. Principles of Building Psychological Capacity\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5. Training Safely\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Deliberate Practice Exercises for Inner Skills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exercise 1. Noticing Discomfort\u003cbr\u003e Exercise 2. Redirecting Inner Attention\u003cbr\u003e Exercise 3. Noticing Discomfort While Staying Engaged\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Advanced Deliberate Practice Exercises for Inner Skills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exercise 4. Getting Back into Capacity\u003cbr\u003e Exercise 5. Expanding Psychological Capacity Using Interval Training\u003cbr\u003e Exercise 6. Customizing Your Deliberate Practice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. Training Strategy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 6. Tracking Progress\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 7. Overcoming Common Challenges\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8. Growing Personally as a Therapist\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 9. Teaching Deliberate Practice in Your Courses\u003cbr\u003e Afterword: Looking Forward\u003cbr\u003e References\u003cbr\u003e Appendix A. Recommended Reading on Deliberate Practice\u003cbr\u003e Appendix B. Self-Regulation Techniques\u003cbr\u003e Appendix C. Deliberate Practice Exercise Form\u003cbr\u003e Appendix D. Sample Videos\u003cbr\u003e Appendix E. Customizing DP Exercises Form\u003cbr\u003e About the Authors\u003cbr\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"American Psychological Association","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52676623171864,"sku":"9781433845000","price":32.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/mastering-the-inner-skills-of-psychotherapy-a-deliberate-practice-manual-on-building-psychological-capacity-paperback-softback-9781433845000","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}