Providing a "refresher course" of sensible paths toward resolution of common mental health problems, this title features an easy to read style, and well-focused references. It summarizes the basic components of brief therapy and reviews the 'how-to' of conducting a brief therapy interview, including chapters on specific clinical conditions and situations that routinely confront the family physician. Each chapter includes an outline, a case example or vignette, plus a concise discussion of brief therapy strategies for the disorder. A convenient text ideal as a handy reference and review.