What to Do and Say When It Matters Most

What to do and say when it matters most

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“The complete guide to crisis and trauma counselling: what to do and say when it matters most” is a book written by Norman Wright for counsellors working in the secular setting and in the church as well. It is considered to be great book due to the fact it provides very crucial information to professional counsellor regarding how they provide good counsel in times of crisis, trauma or loss. It is imperative to note that biblical principals form an integral part of the book. There are a wide range of perspectives borrowed from the bible which counsellors may apply in the course of their work (Wright, 2011). Among the many aspects of counselling that Wright addresses referral counselling is one of them. He demonstrates that it has great significance as it involves referring a person who needs counselling services to the appropriate counsellor or professional individual with good expertise in this area.

The book “The complete guide to crisis and trauma counselling” provides coverage of numerous situations that an individual in the counselling profession may experience when providing counselling services to their clients. Much of the book is about crisis situations whereby death and suicide are involved either under certain or uncertain circumstances. It is essential to note that the book addresses a wide range of issues that are crisis related affecting people in the society. Though in a limited manner, the books looks at issues related to divorce, prayer, scripture, stress as well as referrals (Wright, 2011).

Wright is so much concerned about what people go through in life in situations that seem unbearable. He illuminates the role of a counsellor by providing greater insights in relation to difficulties situations that people from all walks of life encounter. A critical overview of the book indicates that counsellors play an...