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October, 2013 | SAGE Publications, Inc

Handbook of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy

Second Edition
Janice L. DeLucia-Waack - University at Buffalo, SUNY, USA
Maria T. Riva - University of Denver, CO, USA
Cynthia R. Kalodner - Towson University, Towson, MD
656 pages | October, 2013 | SAGE Publications, Inc
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The most comprehensive and thoroughly researched text available on this topic, Handbook of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy, Second Edition underscores the notion that group work is improved through increased collaboration between researchers and practitioners. Edited by renowned leaders in the field, this thoroughly updated and revised Second Edition explores current literature and research and offers suggestions for practice in psycho-educational, counseling, and therapy groups. The Handbook is divided into five main sections: current and historical perspectives, best practices, multicultural and diverse groups, groups in special settings, and an introduction to special topics.

Dedication
Acknowledgements
About the Editors
List of Contributing Authors
Intro to Book
Current and Historical Perspectives In Group Counseling and Psychotherapy (Part 1)
Intro to Section
1. The History of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy
2. A Unifying Theory for Group and Psychotherapy
3. Group Dynamics and Development
4. Therapeutic Factors: Current Theory and Research
5. Process and Outcome in Group Counseling and Psychotherapy: A Perspective
Best Practices in Group Counseling and Psychotherapy (Part 2)
Intro to Section
6. Guidelines for Ethical and Legal Practice in Counseling and Psychotherapy Groups
7. Effective Processing in Groups
8. Selecting and Using Activities in Groups
9. Effective Group Leader Skills
10. Unleashing the Healing Power of the Group: The Mutual Aid Process
11. An Overview of Current Research and Best Practices for Training Beginning Group Leaders
12. Supervision of Group Leaders
13. Measures of Group Process Dynamics, Climate Behavior, and Outcome: A Review
14. Best Practices in Group Counseling and Psychotherapy Research
Multicultural and Diverse Group Counseling and Psychotherapy (Part 3)
Intro to Section
15. Understanding Racial/Cultural Identity Development Theories to Promote Effective Multicultural Group Counseling
16. Using Groups to Facilitate Social Justice Change: Addressing Issues of Privilege and Oppression
17. Group Work with Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Clients
18. Group Counseling for African Americans: Research and Practice Considerations
19. Group Counseling Services for Persons with Disabilities
20. Group Counseling with Asians
21. Group Work with Those in Later-Life
22. Psychoeducational and Counseling Groups with Latinos/as
23. Group Therapy with Native People
Counseling and Psychotherapy Groups In Special Settings (Part 4)
Intro to Section
24. Advancing Evidence-Based Group Work in Community Mental Health Settings: Methods, Challenges and Opportunities
25. Group Work in Schools
26. Group Work in Colleges and University Counseling Centers
27. Groups in Behavioral Health Settings
28. Group Treatments within the Department of Veterans Affairs
Special Topics in Group Counseling and Psychotherapy (Part 5)
Intro to Section
29. Groups for Depression
30. Groups for Anxiety Disorders
31. Group Psychotherapies for Complicated Grief
32. Group Approaches for Addictive Behaviors
33. Group Work with Individuals Who Have Committed Interpersonal Violence
34. Group Work with Offenders and Mandated Clients
35. Group Psychotherapy and Insecure Adult Attachment
36. Groups for Survivors of Childhood and Sexual Abuse
37. Mindfulness and Group: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Dialetical Behavior Therapy
38. Pyscho-educational and Counseling Groups to Prevent and Treat Eating Disorders and Disturbances
39. Psycho-educational and Counseling Groups for Bullying
40. Counseling and Therapy Groups with Children and Adolescents
41. Women’s Groups: Research and Practice Trends
42. Gender-Sensitive Group Counseling and Psychotherapy with Men
43. Prevention Groups
44. Career and Transition Counseling in Groups
45. Adventure Therapy with Groups
46. Post-Disaster Group Counseling: A Multicultural Perspective
Reflections and Final Comments

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

  • The latest research in the field is explored on group therapy outcomes and assessment measures for group leaders and researchers.
  • An expanded focus on group work training is presented with research-based techniques and best practices.
  • New group work techniques are presented for additional client groups including: children and adolescents in schools; individuals who have committed interpersonal violence; and clients in community mental health settings.
  • Group therapy and insecure adult attachment is presented in a new chapter.
  • A chapter on career counseling in groups explores modern careers and transitions in the context of today’s difficult economy.
  • A multicultural perspective on post-disaster group counseling is presented with poignant examples from recent natural disasters
  • New pedagogical elements have been added: suggestions for class activities, discussion questions, resources, case examples, and key terms.

KEY FEATURES:

  • The Handbook contains 46 chapters written and edited by well-respected leaders in group research and practice.
  • Each section reviews the literature and current research related to its topic and provides suggestions for practice for the psychoeducational arena, counseling, and therapy groups.
  • The history and theory of group work is discussed, as well as topics across the lifespan, varieties of case studies, and an entire section on multicultural issues.