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ISBN 10: 1452268347
ISBN 13: 978-1452268347
Author: David Hutchinson
Great Groups is a practical and inspirational guide that serves as a foundational text to creating and leading groups. Designed primarily for the beginning group worker from any of the helping professions, the book also acts as a valuable resource for those with more group experience. Grounded in theory, but with a strong focus on practice and skill development, David R. Hutchinson strives to connect directly with the reader with his personal and engaging writing style and “learn by doing” approach. Following a hypothetical group from start to finish, with a plethora of examples and reflection exercises in each chapter, the book has a threefold purpose:
- to provide the reader with specific tools for creating, understanding, and leading effective groups;
- to help the reader consider the application of theory to practice; and
- to spur the reader to seriously consider making group work a cornerstone of his or her professional practice.
Great Groups Creating and Leading Effective Groups 1st Table of contents:
Chapter 1. An Invitation to Group Work
A Rationale for Group Work
A Rationale for Group Work
Some Practical Reasons for Leading Groups
Practical Reasons for Leading Groups
Great Groups Can Do Great Things for People
Challenges of Group Work
Reflection and Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise
Some Unique Challenges of Group Work
Group Work in Context: A Brief Historical Perspective
The Birth of the Modern Group
Therapy Groups
Self-Help Groups
Cultural Change and the Role of Groups
The Study of Groups
Groups and the Human Potential Movement
Groups Become More Professional
Groups Today
Great Groups in Action: A Case Vignette
Reflection and Discussion Exercise
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 2. Becoming a Great Group Leader
Effective Group Leadership
Effective Group Leadership
Characteristics of Effective Group Leaders
Other Key Leadership Traits: Interest, Kindness, Enthusiasm, and Grit
The Importance of Your Self-Awareness
Your “Whole Person” Review
The Importance of Cultural Awareness
The Importance of Professional—Including Ethical—Preparation
Traits of Effective Group Leaders
Effective Group Leadership: Leadership Style
Shifting Leadership Style With a Developing Group
Reflection and Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Leadership
Effective Group Leadership
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
Group Leadership Inventory
References
Chapter 3. The Varieties of Groups
Different Groups for Different Purposes
Varieties of Groups
Process and Content in Groups
Process and Content in Groups: An Example
Task/Work Groups
Task/Work Groups
Tips for Running Effective Task/Work Group Meetings
Psycho-Educational Groups
Psycho-Educational Groups
Counseling Groups
Psychotherapy Groups
Counseling Group and Psychotherapy Group
Self-Help Groups
Online Groups
Self-Help Groups
Other Support Groups
Benefits of a Support Group
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 4. Putting Group Theory Into Practice
The Importance of Theory to Your Group Work
Group Development and Dynamics: A Practical Approach to Thinking About Group Development
Group Development and Dynamics
Planning
Forming
Engaging
Norming
Working (or Performing)
Ending
A Practical Model of Group Development
Following Up
What People Need in Groups
What People Need in Groups
What People Learn in Groups
Primary Sources of Interpersonal Learning in Groups
What People Can Get in Groups That Become Cohesive
Group Vignette: Feedback and Self-Disclosure
Reflection and Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Self-Disclosure
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 5. Laying the Foundation: Developing Theoretical and Ethical Competency
Counseling Theory and Group Work
Theories of Psychotherapy and Counseling
Insight: Psychoanalytic Approaches
Insight-Oriented Groups: Key Concepts
Action: Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches
Action-Oriented Groups: Key Concepts
Humanism: Person-Centered, Gestalt, and Existential Approaches
Humanistically Oriented Groups: Key Concepts
Postmodern Approaches
Establishing an Ethical Foundation for Leading Groups: Considerations for Leaders
Ethical Considerations Leaders Have for Members
Informed Consent
Confidentiality
Voluntary Membership
Member Screening
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 6. Planning for a New Group
The New Group
Find a Coleader
Planning for a New Group
Goals and Objectives
Developing a Group Game Plan
Defining Membership
Time: Number of Sessions and Length of Each Session
The Setting
Recruiting Members
Other Planning Concerns
Supervision
Member Screening and Informed Consent
Another Informed Consent Concern: Defining Ground Rules
Permissions
Evaluation
Group Planning Checklist
Planning for the New Directions Group
Reflection Exercise: Planning for a New Group
Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Planning
Concluding Thoughts: Some Final Planning Advice
For Further Thought
Informed Consent: Group Counseling
References
Chapter 7. Getting Your Group Started
Starting a New Group
The Dynamics of a New Group
Starting a New Group
Observing the New Group: Different Levels of Observation
Checklist: Observing the Starting of a New Group
Essential Tasks: What Needs to Happen in a New Group
Making Connections: The Role of Introductions
Giving Direction and Using Exercises
Including Everyone
Defining Goals and Ground Rules
Educating About How to Use the Group and Informed Consent
Checklist: Tasks for Starting a New Group
Assessment of Members’ and the Group’s Progress
Essential Skills for Starting a New Group
Breaking Into Smaller Groups
Using Questions
Observing Nonverbal Behavior
Using Simple Prompts
Modeling: Your Energy, Confidence, and Enthusiasm
Primary Skills for Use in Starting a New Group
Managing Time
Starting the New Directions Group
Reflection and Discussion Exercise: How Would You Start This New Group?
Pitfalls to Avoid in Starting a New Group
Too Much Content, Not Enough Process
Member Oversharing
Not Including Everyone
Being “Out of Sync” With a Coleader
Checklist: Pitfalls to Avoid in Starting a New Group
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 8. Your Group Is Engaging
Leading the Engaging Group
Leading the Engaging Group
The Hallmarks of the Engaging Group: Anxiety, Resistance, and Problem Behaviors
Advice Giving
Conflicts Between Members
One or More Members May Become Silent, Seemingly Disengaged
Storytelling
Challenge to Your Authority
Personal Attacks on Another Member or the Leader
Essential Tasks for the Engaging Group
Teaching a Group About Dealing With Conflict: A Demonstration in Receiving and Giving Effective Feedback
Guidelines for Receiving Critical Feedback
Guidelines for Giving Feedback
Essential Skills for Working With the Engaging Group
Reflecting
Using a Hunch (or Speculation)
Linking
Using Silence
Dealing With Conflict
Drawing Out and Cutting Off
Focusing
Observing
Using Humor
Essential Skills for Working With the Engaging Group
Some Specific Suggestions on Using Skills for Problem Behaviors
The New Directions Group Engages
Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 9. Leading the Working (Norming–Performing) Group
Great Groups in Action: A Group Vignette
Reflection and Discussion Exercise
Leading the Working Group
The Group Settles Into Some Regular Norms and Roles
Promoting Positive Norms and Roles: Moving Toward Cohesion
Tips for Promoting Cohesion in the Group
Hallmarks of the Group That Is Performing Well
Hallmarks of the Working Group
Essential Skills for the Working Group
Starting a Session
Affirming
Validating
Cheerleading
Brainstorming
Using Deeper Reflections
Summarizing
Self-Disclosure
Hunches/Speculation
Immediacy
Silence
Reframing
Linking
Drawing Out
Cutting Off
Essential Skills for Leading the Working Group
The New Directions Group Is Working
Reflection and Discussion Exercise: The New Directions Group
What to Do When It Is Not Working
Tips for Dealing With a Group That Is Not Working Well
Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Using Exercises to Promote Group Cohesion
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 10. Ending Your Group
About Endings
Ending a Group: Concepts, Tasks, and Skills
The Meaning of Endings
Your Group’s Feelings About Endings
Resistance to Ending
Preparing for Ending
Unplanned Endings: Dealing With Dropouts
How to End Your Group
Ending a Group Session
Ending a Group
Ending a Group: A Time for People in the Group to Talk
Essential Skills for Ending a Group
Drawing Out and Gently Cutting Off
Reflecting and Summarizing
Reframing
Affirming
Using Exercises
Ending the New Directions Group
Reflection Exercise: Ending a Group
Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Planning for Ending
Measuring Success
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 11. Groups Across the Life Span
Groups for Different Ages
Groups for Children and Adolescents
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Adolescents
Groups for Women
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of Women
Groups for Men
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of Men
Groups for Older People
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of Older People
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 12. Specialized Groups
Specialized Groups
Groups for People With Addiction Issues
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of People With Addiction Issues
Groups for People With Serious and Persistent Mental Illness
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of People With Serious and Persistent Mental Illness
Groups for People With Issues Related to Criminality and Violence
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of People With Issues Related to Criminality and Violence
Groups for Victims of Violence
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of Victims of Violence
Groups for Grieving People
Special Features
Leader Considerations
Tips for Working With Groups of Grieving People
Reflection and Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
References
Chapter 13. Final Thoughts: Taking Care—the Personal and the Political
Staying Healthy
Your Physical Health
Your Emotional Health
Your Social–Familial Health
Your Spiritual Self
Your Intellectual Self
Your Aesthetic Self
Your Working Self
Reflection and Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Focused Awareness of Your Various “Selves”
Staying Fresh and Alive and Avoiding Burnout
Warning Signs of Burnout
Tips for Avoiding Burnout
Becoming an Effective Advocate and Activist
Tips for Effective Advocacy and Activism
Reflection and Group Fishbowl Lab Practice Exercise: Activism
Concluding Thoughts
For Further Thought
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