Basics of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy: An Introductory Guide

Discover the comprehensive guide to group counseling and psychotherapy, written by seasoned experts Jerrold Lee Shapiro, Lawrence Stephen Peltz, and Susan Bernadett-Shapiro. This book provides a unique blend of step-by-step basics and in-depth understanding of group process, empowering students to identify effective interventions and timing in their groups.

A Thorough and Structured Approach

The text is divided into three parts, providing a clear and concise learning experience:

• Part I: The Core of Group Process and Leadership – A thorough introduction to brief, closed groups, covering four key phases of group counseling and psychotherapy (preparation, transition, treatment, and termination), and practical advice on leadership, therapeutic interventions, training, ethical practices, and co-therapy.
• Part II: Pragmatic Considerations – Advanced material addressing challenging client behaviors, with structured exercises and techniques for application in groups.
• Part III: The Future – A perspective on the current state of group work, covering diversity, training, research, and more.

About the Authors

Learn from the experts:

• Jerrold Lee Shapiro, Ph.D., a professor of counseling psychology at Santa Clara University, with over 50 years of experience leading groups and studying group process.
• Lawrence Stephen Peltz, Ph.D., a licensed marriage and family therapist, with extensive experience leading groups and teaching group psychotherapy at the graduate level.
• Susan Bernadett-Shapiro, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive and psychodynamic approaches, with over 30 years of teaching experience in counseling psychology.

Book Details

Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing
Edition: 2nd ed.
Language: English
Pages: 364
ISBN-10: 1516532503
ISBN-13: 978-1516532506

Basics of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy is an invaluable resource for individuals new to group treatment and experienced group therapists seeking a comprehensive review.