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Obtain a referral, make an appointment, and off you go to see the psychotherapist---right? WRONG! In his book, A Guide for Effective Psychotherapy, Dr. John Morella offers a step-by-step guide to enhance your therapy outcome even before you walk through the therapy door. Morella says that the millions of people each year, who seek help for their mental, emotional, and personality disorders, d... More

Obtain a referral, make an appointment, and off you go to see the psychotherapist---right? WRONG! In his book, A Guide for Effective Psychotherapy, Dr. John Morella offers a step-by-step guide to enhance your therapy outcome even before you walk through the therapy door. Morella says that the millions of people each year, who seek help for their mental, emotional, and personality disorders, do so without understanding the complexities of psychotherapy. This book offers direct, easy to read and understandable counsel on finding the right psychotherapist for you, your child, teen, or family. What s the difference in education, training and degrees of a psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, psychoanalyst, licensed professional counselor, or someone who calls his/her self a psychotherapist? The many titles of mental health providers are explained, so you can make an intelligent choice for your needs. Five major therapy treatment orientations are discussed in plain language, and in a manner that will leave you with a good feel as to what theoretical type seems appropriate for you and your treatment issues. Dr. Morella guides you, step-by-step, to the Nuts & Bolts issues of psychological testing, or when it may prove beneficial or unnecessary. What about understanding your diagnoses it is yours, so expect for the therapist to fully explain it. Issues of confidentially, privacy and privilege are fully covered in individual, group and couples therapies. Empower your self with the information on ethics in psychotherapy, so you will know the rules. Know what to ask your therapist about fees, and managed care issues if you are enrolled in such a program at work. All of these issues provide you with an equal partnership with the therapist. My favorite chapter is Children and Adolescents in Psychotherapy, says Morella. Why? Children are placing their trust in parents that they will select a therapist with the personal characteristics and skills. Impressively comprehensive yet witty and personal. A highly useful roadmap to the world of mental health treatment. Jonathan Kellerman, Ph.D. Clinical Professor of Pediatrics Keck USC School of Medicine Adjunct Professor of Psychology, USC

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