About Grief is a refreshingly down-to-earth book about an issue that blindsides many people. Written in a warm and conversational way that is, at times, deeply moving, at times, surprisingly amusing, and always practical, it covers a wide range of issues facing people in grief. Originally developed as a wildly popular class, Marasco and Shuff have done the footwork for readers who wish to know more about this complex subject. Using a variety of sources,...

"A fresh look at infidelity, broadening the focus from the havoc it wreaks within a committed relationship to consider also why people do it, what it means to them, and why breaking up is the expected response to duplicity — but not necessarily the wisest one." — LA Review of Books

From iconic couples' therapist and bestselling author of Mating in Captivity comes a provocative and controversial look at

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"A Christian counseling model can't just be about admonishment. That approach only leads to shame and human efforts that are doomed to fail. But when the gospel is brought to bear in the counseling relationship, the counselor becomes an instrument of grace in the hands of a faithful God"-- "You speak God's truth when you counsel. But do you also communicate His grace? The Christian counselor or pastor plays an important role in helping people process...

Five college friends have arrived at forty in very different circumstances, but with at least one thing in common: they are among the most privileged in society. Elizabeth and Sara are lawyers, Martha is a doctor, Carmen is a wealthy and well-educated homemaker, and Heather, the most successful, is a famous tech executive--and after more than two decades of friendship, they know one another better than anyone. Then Heather writes a women's advice...

Those who are afflicted as well as those, who are adversely, affected by mental illness often live lives of "quiet desperation" without recourse to appropriate assistance. Most caregivers confronted with these illnesses in the work of ministry have had no training or accurate information about mental illnesses, so frequently they do nothing, resulting in further harm and damage. Others may operate out of a theological system that does not adequately...

Sanctification is the key doctrine upon which effective biblical counseling is, built. Counselors will flounder in the counseling room if they are unclear about it-and their counselees will fare even worse. Sanctification and Counseling brings together three books Jay Adams wrote to confront misunderstanding, shallow application, and theological error. With his trademark clarity and laser-like focus, Dr. Adams demonstrates how counseling and sanctification,...

· Just "forgive and forget." · You should apologize when you mess up. · If you forgive you will feel better. · Don't wait until you are asked before you forgive. · Forgive only when you are sure the offender is sincere. If you think any of these statements are good advice, you need to read this book! Understanding what the Bible teaches about forgiveness, between those who have been forgiven much, is essential...

A quick reference guide of helpful hints and how-tos, covering all aspects of counseling, from common problems to procedure.

Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.

Are you fed up with thinking about drinking? Have you ever wondered if you can change your relationship with alcohol? Has your drinking spiraled out of control? If you answered 'yes', to any of these questions, this is the book for you. In this personal, enquiring and provocative book, Lesley and Cate attempt to remove the shame and stigma around 'liking a drink', perhaps a bit too much. These two ex-primary schoolteachers share with you their own...