Book description
The first advanced-level genetics counseling skills resource
As genetic medicine and testing continue to expand, so the role of
the genetic counselor is transforming and evolving. Genetic
Counseling Practice: Advanced Concepts and Skills is the first
text to address ways that genetic counselors can deepen their skills
to meet expanding practice demands. This timely resource not only
helps readers further develop their abilities to gather relevant data
and interpret it for patients, it also aids them in surpassing their
usual role by truly understanding patient situations, incorporating
patient values into clinical practice, providing in-depth support, and
facilitating thoroughly informed, autonomous decisions.
Edited by an expert cross-disciplinary team consisting of a genetic
counseling program director, a licensed psychologist, and a
nurse/bioethicist/family social scientist, this authoritative
reference provides specific and detailed instruction in addressing
psychosocial aspects of genetic counseling practice and professional
development and training issues of genetic counselors.
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Provides a process view of genetic counselor service
provision; i. e., skills that promote desired genetic counseling
outcomes are emphasized (such as relationship skills, patient
characteristics, client behaviors, and extra-clinical skills)
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Includes experiential activities in every chapter to help
readers apply concepts and skills
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Draws on the experience of widely recognized experts in genetic
counseling theory, practice, and research, who serve as chapter authors
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Features numerous specific, real-life examples from clinical practice
Genetic Counseling Practice addresses issues relevant to
practicing genetic counselors as well as students of genetic
counseling programs. In addition, oncology nurses, social workers, and
psychologists working with genetic counseling patients and families;
medical geneticists and physicians training in the field; and
physician assistants will also benefit from this resource.
Bonnie S LeRoy, MS, Department of Genetics, Cell
Biology, & Development, University of Minnesota, USA
Patricia M Veach, PhD, Department of Educational Psychology,
University of Minnesota, USA
Diane M Bartels, PhD, Center for Bioethics, University of
Minnesota, USA
