With a simple focus on "what works," this practical book spells out a compelling rationale and practical blueprint for time-efficient, colla borative problem solving in the schools. Demonstrating that every cont act with clients is an opportunity for empowerment and change, the aut hors draw upon extensive hands-on experience and the latest findings i n psychotherapy outcome research to present effective strategies for h andling behavioral, academic, and psychosocial problems. Extensive cas e examples and sample dialogues in every chapter guide school practiti oners and trainees through the interview and intervention process and illustrate the approach in action.