Theory and Practice of Group Counseling

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This text outlines the basic elements of group process, deals with ethical and professional issues of group work, and overviews the key concepts and techniques of ten approaches to group counseling. This updated sixth edition emphasizes the practical applications of the theoretical models of group work, and encourages students to develop a synthesis of these approaches. There are two new chapters on stages of group development. Corey is professor emeritus of human services at California State University.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Book Description
Best-selling author, Gerald Corey's unique, clear and straight forward writing style is once again reflected in THEORY AND PRACTICE OF GROUP COUNSELING. This new edition provides students with an in-depth overview of ten group theories and also illustrates how to put these theories into practice. Students learn about group process, applications to the stages of a group and also learn how to apply group counseling to multicultural, ethical, school and time-limited contexts. The new edition in combination with the student and instructor supplements, now more than ever, equips students to not only learn theory but also put it into practice by utilizing case examples, reflective exercises, video demonstrations and quizzing.

Book Info
California State Univ., Fullerton. Textbook for students, offering an in-depth look at the key concepts and techniques of group process. Each chapter follows a common outline. Emphasizes practical applications of theoretical models. Previous edition: c1995.

About the Author
Gerald Corey is professor emeritus of Human Services and Counseling at California State University at Fullerton and a licensed psychologist. He teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses-and was coordinator of the Human Services department at CSU Fullerton for nine years. He is a Diplomate in Counseling Psychology, American Board of Professional Psychology, a National Certified Counselor, a Fellow of the American Psychological Association (Counseling Psychology) and a Fellow of the Association for Specialists in Group Work. With his colleagues he has conducted workshops in various countries including the United States with a special focus on training in group counseling.


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Emphasizing the practical applications of theoretical models on group work for graduate or undergraduate students in the human services, this text covers ethical and professional issues, group leadership, and stages of group development; examines ten theoretical models; illustrates a group in action; and compares and helps integrate these approaches. Includes expanded guidelines, ethics, skills and practice of a multicultural focus in group work. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)


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