Review of Gateways to Psychotherapy

[Mildred Echesa]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Gateways to Psychotherapy" by Michael Hegarty.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Psychotherapy or counseling is the process of meeting with a therapist to resolve problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, relationship issues, and somatic responses (sensations in the body). Michael Hegarty broadly discusses psychotherapy. He discusses different steps of being a good psychotherapist, such as preparations before meeting clients, client meetings, building client relationships, and documentation, among others. He provides information on how he has dealt with his clients and provides examples of how he records information about his clients. Find out more about achieving a promising career in psychotherapy in the non-fictional book Gateways to Psychotherapy.

The book contains one hundred and fifteen pages. It is divided into seven chapters. Each chapter has a heading and various subheadings that hint at the different topics discussed. The issues discussed include documentation, client relationship, couples counseling, and client meetings, among others. The book is written from the first-person point of view.

I liked several things about the book. Firstly, the author is straightforward and swift in discussing topics in the book. He states the case and hints at the significant points to be noted by the reader. Secondly, I like that the author was very open-minded and was open to different ways to do well as a psychotherapist. For example, he is very open to using technology to attain clients and emphasizes other psychotherapists to achieve good working websites where they can help clients online.

Thirdly, the format of the book is also commendable. The author uses bold letters and starts on a new page when introducing a new chapter. There are also several sub-topics discussed. The author boldens the titles of the topics; hence they are easy to note. Additionally, examples of documents, paintings, and approaches the author uses while dealing with clients are also provided.

I ravaged the pages to discover what I disliked about the book but all in vain. I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because the author does several things to convey his messages, such as extensive research. He provides examples of influential books on psychotherapy, documents, and paintings, among others. The book seems to have been professionally edited since I did not encounter any typos. I recommend this book to psychotherapists and psychotherapy students since it can act as a helpful guide in handling clients. Persons who require psychotherapy will also find this book helpful because the author discusses topics that can emotionally guide the patient in overcoming their difficulties that need psychotherapy.

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[Faisal Kurfi]

this reviewer has done well in bringing out the positive messages from the book. However, this book is not a particular interest to me.

[Judy46]

I love your review... I had never really delved into Psychotherapy before. I'd like to read this. Great review.

[Cocobutta]

Psychotherapy is a topic I've never explored before but this review highlights the interesting way it was discussed in the book. Thanks for the review.

[Precious_Nzeakor]

I think this book is for someone already in the field and just anyone willing to learn something new. Great review.

[Kavita Shah]

Thank you for a detailed review about the book and it's structure! Psychotherapy and the related cases on different topics will be enlightening to read about.

[Elenimo Chembe]

Psychotherapy is an interesting subject. I know very little about it and that is a good reason I must read this book. Thanks for the review.

[Muna Chizzy]

I admire therapists and sometimes I wonder how they seat for long hours listening to other people. I'm glad the author provided beneficial information to individuals that delve into this career. Congrats on the well-written review.

[Nwaka Chukwuemeka]

This topic is the topic I have longed for a long time to read, I will read the book, your is captivating. Great review.

[omer hany]

Psychotherapy is an interesting subject. I know very little about it and that is a good reason I must read this book. Thanks for the review.

[Judy_Akha]

I never get tired of reading books of a similar genre, especially if the book is well-researched. Your detailed and well-written reviews are always a pleasure to read, thank you!

[Ntokozo Joy Ndlovu]

With the rise in mental health awarenes in recent years, I think books like this one are absolutely important. For one, it might be able to prepare one for therapy by clearing all the misconception one might help with regard to the process. Great review. Well done.

[julietmumbua23]

Psychotherapy is as important in the current world as it is misunderstood. Great review.

[Chimereucheya Okoroafo]

A thing for those involved in the field. As your great review suggests, this book will be appreciated by those who wish to study psychotherapy and its related courses.

[Mildred Echesa]

this reviewer has done well in bringing out the positive messages from the book. However, this book is not a particular interest to me.

Thank you for your comment. The book is not for everyone so it's ok that you don't like it.