Judith Green is an experienced counsellor, supervisor and trainer. She has developed, delivered and managed counselling programmes in both the FE and HE sectors. Her research interests have included, work with young people, bereavement and loss, emotional abuse and the personal and professional development of the teachers of counselling. She holds a diploma, a masters and a doctorate in the field of counselling and is a senior accredited member of BACP and an accredited supervisor. For the last 10 years she has been the director of the counselling programme at the Institute of Continuing Education at the University of Cambridge.

• IntroductionThe therapeutic relationshipFirst impressionsPersonal qualitiesEthical practiceFacing your nightmares or ′What on earth do I do now?′ConclusionTaking care of yourself

A practical book which introduces the key concepts of the subjects through different case studies. Well written and easy to read. Good discussion of the therapist/client relationship and how students develop professionally and personally.