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Counseling Spring 2014

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SAGE 800.818.7243 or 805.499.9774 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. pt fax: 805.375.5291 16 TEXTBOOKS HANDBOOK OF GROUP COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY SECOND EDITION Janice L. DeLucia-Waack, University at Buffalo, SUNY • Cynthia R. Kalodner, Towson University • Maria Riva, University of Denver 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. NEW AND KEY FEATURES • 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 commit- ted 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. • 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. PAPERBACK ISBN: 978-1-4522-1761-1 • ©2014 • 656 PAGES • GROUP ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES IN RECOVERY Joan Zimmerman, Appalachian State University • Jon L. Winek, Appalachian State University PAPERBACK ISBN: 978-1-4522-1793-2 • ©2013 • 256 PAGES SEE SUBSTANCE ABUSE SECTION FOR FULL LISTING, PAGE 22 RACIAL AND CULTURAL DYNAMICS IN GROUP AND ORGANIZATIONAL LIFE: Crossing Boundaries Mary B. McRae, New York University • Ellen L. Short, Long Island University This book presents a theoretical framework for understanding leadership and authority in group and organizational life. Using relational psychoanalytic and systems theory, the authors examine conscious and unconscious processes as they relate to racial and cultural issues in the formation and maintenance of groups. Unique among group dynamics texts, the book explores aspects of racial and cultural influences in every chapter. Readers will enhance their analytic and practice skills in addressing factors that impact diverse groups and organizations, including ethical considerations, social roles, strategies for leadership, dynamics of entering and joining, and termination. CONTENTS 1. Understanding Groups as Psychodynamic Systems in the Context of Racial-Cultural Factors / 2. Working With Differences in Groups: Ethical Considerations / 3. Group Formation: Racial-Cultural Dynamics of Entering and Joining / 4. Group Development: The Impact of Racial- Cultural Factors / 5. Group Dynamics in Racially and Culturally Mixed Groups / 6. Social Roles in Groups / 7. Leadership, Authority, and Power in Racially and Culturally Mixed Groups / 8. Strategies for Leadership in Multicultural Groups / 9. The Mature Work Group / 10. Termination PAPERBACK ISBN: 978-1-4129-3986-7 • ©2010 • 192 PAGES • NEW EDITION COMING IN 2014 LEARNING GROUP LEADERSHIP: An Experiential Approach SECOND EDITION Jeffrey A. Kottler, California State University, Fullerton • Matt Englar-Carlson, California State University, Fullerton and University of Washington Focusing on how to conduct and lead groups in a variety of therapeutic settings, Learning Group Leadership: An Experiential Approach, Second Edition covers theory, process, leadership, techniques, ethics, special populations, and challenges as they relate to group work. The Second Edition introduces important conceptual and practical information and then uses exercises, field study assignments, and personal application questions to help students apply concepts to their work and lives. The Second Edition now includes "student voices" throughout each chapter to provide descriptions of actual experiences. PAPERBACK ISBN: 978-1-4129-5371-9 • ©2010 • 552 PAGES •

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