The Handbook of Counseling and Emotions

The Handbook of Counseling and Emotions helps students discover greater levels of personal relevancy related to their introductory studies in counseling. This dynamic handbook also provides readers with an array of perspectives for understanding and addressing their emotions in daily life, ultimately promoting personal growth and assisting them in navigating everyday challenges.

The handbook is divided into two parts. Part I explores how foundational counseling concepts can be incorporated into a frame of reference for daily life and one’s emotional world. Students are exposed to theories and concepts that can readily be applied to the opportunities and challenges of daily life. Part II provides a comprehensive overview of emotions, including examinations of how emotions impact daily living, the science of emotions, emotions in communication, counseling strategies and emotions, addressing challenging emotions such as shame and guilt, and an in-depth analysis of anger and happiness.

The Handbook of Counseling and Emotions was designed to serve as a companion text to the sixth edition of Michael Nystul’s Introduction to Counseling: An Art and Science Perspective. It is well suited for foundational courses in counseling.

Michael Nystul received his Ph.D. in counseling from Oregon State University. He holds the position of professor emeritus in the Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology at New Mexico State University. Dr. Nystul has served as a professor, mental health counselor, school counselor, and psychologist in a variety of clinical settings over the course of 45 years. He has authored or served as a contributor for more than 100 publications within the field of counseling, including journal articles, book chapters, and books.