Description
Equip the future mental health professionals shopping at Read N Wright Books with the ultimate study companion: the Encyclopedia of Counseling, 4th Edition. Authored by Dr. Howard Rosenthal, this legendary review guide—affectionately known by students simply as “the purple book”—is the undisputed gold standard for passing the National Counselor Examination (NCE), the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE), and various state certification exams.
Unlike dry, traditional textbooks, Rosenthal utilizes a highly engaging, conversational question-and-answer format that makes retaining complex psychological theories and counseling techniques surprisingly fun. The 4th Edition has been comprehensively updated to reflect the latest ACA Code of Ethics, DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, and current trends in the field. Covering all eight CACREP core areas—from human growth and development to research and program evaluation—this indispensable resource effectively reduces test anxiety and builds the absolute confidence needed to ace the most important exams of a counselor’s career.
Key Features:
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Conversational Q&A Format: Transforms dense material into an engaging, easy-to-read dialogue that significantly boosts retention and recall.
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Comprehensive Coverage: Meticulously covers all eight core areas required by CACREP for counselor education programs.
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Up-to-Date Standards: Fully integrates the latest DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and current American Counseling Association (ACA) ethical guidelines.
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Anxiety Reduction: Rosenthal’s signature use of humor, encouragement, and clear explanations helps students overcome test-taking panic.
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All-in-One Review: The definitive master tutorial for the NCE, CPCE, and state-level counseling licensure exams.





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