Social workers require a sound practical knowledge of social work intervention. As there are a range of intervention methods available it is important for students to understand what could work best in a given situation. This book covers all aspects of social work intervention and is full of practical tips, case studies, activities and opportunities for students to critically reflect and explore theory and practice. Contents include: psychosocial approaches; person-centred approaches; crisis intervention; task-centred work; cognitive behavioural approaches; motivational interviewing; family therapy and systemic approaches; brief solution -focused therapy; life story work and life review; mediation approaches; integrative and eclectic models.