The dynamics of the social worker-client relationship /

Joseph, Walsh

The dynamics of the social worker-client relationship / by Walsh Joseph. - New York, NY : Oxford University Press, 2021 - 1 online resource (300, pages) : color illustrations.

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Includes bibliographical references and index

I. Introduction -- 1. Definitions and theoretical perspectives -- 2. Relationship boundaries -- 3. The use of self -- 4. The working alliance and cross-​cultural competence -- 5. Relationship ruptures --
6. Relationship endings: terminations and transfers -- 7. Relationships with children and adolescents -- 8. Clients toward whom a social worker feels attraction -- 9. Managing negative feelings about clients --
10. Relationship development with psychotic clients -- 11. Physical contact in relationships -- 12. Using humor in practice relationships -- 13. The worker/​client relationship in technology-​assisted interventions

While the effectiveness of direct social work practice always requires one’s competence in providing a variety of intervention modalities, outcomes are also dependent on the social worker’s ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with clients. This book describes in depth the many ways that such relationships can be developed with clients who display a wide range of presenting problems in many types of social service agencies. Each chapter focuses on a particular challenge that social workers may encounter in that process, including the benefits and limitations of theory selection, boundaries, the use of self, the working alliance, relationship ruptures, special issues presented by children and adolescents, terminations and transfers, clients about whom a social worker experiences highly positive or negative feelings, the uses of touch and humor, working with psychotic clients, and the uses of technology. The book is filled with case studies written by students to illustrate how relationships can be formed and challenges can be resolved. The book is targeted to social work students in their field placements, although it can also be useful for practicing professionals.

9780197576540 (e-book)


Social workers
Social service
Interpersonal relations
Counselor and client

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