John Sharry’s book is a jewel in the solution focused literature. It is clearly and engagingly written, draws on a host of ideas from different therapeutic approaches and is packed with practical examples. There is no better book on strengths-based therapy with children and adolescents. Every team should have one.’
‘In a clear, engaging, and step-by-step fashion, John Sharry describes how therapists, social workers, and helpers of all stripes, can tap into the many assets and abilities lying in wait in today’s youth. I highly recommend it.’
‘Novices will love this book for its simplicity and straightforwardness. Experienced people will relish the humor and the helpful teaching guides.’
‘Brilliant … well written … crisp and tothe point.’
‘One of the best solution focused practice oriented books on the market.’
‘Will help both beginners and advanced students of solution-based therapies master the approach. The perceptive reader will discover many advanced concepts presented clearly and simply.’
‘It’s not easy to write a good hands-on book about solution focused brief therapy which is exactly what the authors have managed to do. You will enjoy reading this book very much. It gives you enough ideas about the approach that you can start testing them in your work with clients right away.’
‘This book is excellent, and will inspire both parents who are in trouble and also families who are getting along fine but know there are areas they could improve.’
Light of touch, inviting to the (surely busy and distracted) readers, and decorated with amusing cartoons that add ideas … A good gift for young parents facing the challenge of those vital years’
