The Skilled Helper – A Problem-Management and Opportunity-Development Approach to Helping 11th Edition Gerard Egan

• Title: The Skilled Helper: A Problem-Management and Opportunity-Development Approach to Helping
• Edition: 11th Edition
• Author: Gerard Egan
• ISBN: 9781305865716
• Language: English

The Skilled Helper, now in its eleventh edition, provides a practical framework for effective helping skills. Gerard Egan’s approach guides readers through a three-stage model for assisting others in overcoming challenges and realizing their potential. This text emphasizes self-help and empowers individuals to take ownership of their problems, developing strategies for constructive change. Real-world examples, case studies, and practical exercises facilitate skill development. The book focuses on building helping relationships, fostering self-awareness, and promoting collaborative problem-solving, providing insights into communication techniques, empathy, and ethical considerations. The Skilled Helper is a foundation for developing essential helping competencies and making a positive impact. It explores how to help people manage their problems effectively, increase opportunities, and better develop resources and potential, while also developing the helper self-awareness and skills.