The power of groups : solution-focused group counseling in schools

著者

    • Cooley, Leslie

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The power of groups : solution-focused group counseling in schools

Leslie Cooley

Corwin, c2009

  • : cloth
  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 171-172) and index

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内容説明

"A valuable addition to the growing conversation about solution-focused practice in schools. Cooley provides the nuts and bolts of solution-focused group work with students of all ages." -John J. Murphy, Professor of Psychology University of Central Arkansas "The book is a pleasure to read, extremely informative, and helpful. The organization and content teaches a skill in a way that makes the reader feel empowered." -Cynthia Knowles, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist and Consultant A fresh, dynamic approach to build on students' strengths and encourage positive mental health. Solution-focused brief counseling helps students improve their well-being by concentrating on goals and solutions rather than dwelling on problems. This resource shows how to use this highly effective approach for group counseling sessions so that students can dialogue and learn alongside their peers. Research-based and practical, this unique guide gives school professionals the foundational theory and knowledge to adapt solution-focused group counseling techniques for any topic, curriculum, or grade level. Readers will find: Case studies of real students encountering real problems Forms, permissions slips, and sample letters for starting a group "Do This" and "Avoid This" sections Sample agendas for elementary, middle, and high school levels, complete with activities, session scripts, and discussion questions Help students address common issues by creating lively, engaging group meetings using this powerful, goal-oriented methodology.

目次

Preface Acknowledgments About the Author 1. Creating Change One Group at a Time Facilitating Change An Equation for Change The Importance of a Theoretical Model Choosing a Foundation: An Exploration of Models Practitioner Training Summary 2. Solution-Focused Counseling: A Primer The School as a System The Assumptions of Solution-Focused Brief Counseling Conclusions Summary 3. Turning a Solution-Focused Attitude Into Practice What Happens if I Do Something Wrong? Techniques and Strategies of Solution-Focused Counseling Summary 4. Adapting Group Curriculum Material: General Principles Choosing an Activity Make It Your Own Creating a Safe Environment Summary 5. Adapting Group Curriculum Material: Specific Strategies Group Discussion Goal Setting The Role of Questions Summary 6. From Ideas to Action: Planning and Preparation Getting Referrals Permission Letters Setting Up the Group Pre- and Postevaluation Surveys Handling Pressure Summary 7. From Ideas to Action: Getting the Group Up and Running At the First Meeting Keeping the Group Afloat Successful Ways to End a Group Summary 8. Group Agendas: A Sampling Elementary Level: Making Friends, Sessions 1 Through 3 Middle School: Handling Pressure, Sessions 4 Through 6 High School: Making Decisions and Life Goals, Sessions 7 Through 9 Summary 9. Troubleshooting Potential Snags Intervention Ideas Self-Evaluation Summary 10. The Power of Groups The Students The Process The Leader References Index

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