Clear and concise, this user-friendly handbook synthesizes 30 years of research and practice using the Structured Life Review process. A one-on-one therapeutic technique, Structured Life Review guides people in reflecting on their lives from early childhood to the present. Valuable for people of all ages, the approach especially benefits individuals who are experiencing stress, undergoing change, coping with grief, or dealing with a traumatic event. Participants benefit from increased life satisfaction, reduced depression, and the opportunity for reconciliation, acceptance, and serenity. With this handbook, life review sessions can be easily led by professionals and nonprofessionals, including social workers, counselors, nurses, and activity staff and volunteers in long-term care settings. The book thoroughly explains useful counseling and communication techniques and includes step-by-step goals, instructions, and sample dialogue for eight separate life review sessions.