By Albert B. Hood, Richard W. Johnson, & Charles T. Snowden
Publisher: American Counseling Association (2020) · Language: English · ISBN-13: 9781556204159
Assessment in Counseling: Procedures and Practices is a foundational text that equips counseling students and professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively use assessment tools in clinical practice.
The 7th edition provides a comprehensive overview of assessment methods, including standardized tests, interviews, observational techniques, and performance measures. It emphasizes ethical practice, multicultural considerations, and the integration of assessment with treatment planning.
Updated to reflect current trends, this edition incorporates advances in technology, evidence-based assessment practices, and updated professional standards such as those from the ACA and CACREP. Practical examples and case applications illustrate how assessments are used across diverse counseling contexts, from schools and agencies to private practice.
Essential for graduate counseling programs, this resource remains a trusted guide for understanding, selecting, and applying assessment tools in ways that enhance client care.