Group Therapy with Troubled Youth

Incorporating cognitive, behavioural, social resources and small group theory into one model, this volume offers strategies for treating adolescents in a variety of groups. Anger management, negotiation and using social support networks are among the topics covered. The book is illustrated with case studies, and practical exercises are included.

Incorporating cognitive, behavioural, social resources and small group theory into one model, this volume offers strategies for treating adolescents in a variety of groups. It covers topics such as anger management, negotiation and using social support networks.

PART ONE: IN THE BEGINNING OF GROUPSAn Overview
Preparation for Group Therapy
Starting the Group
Orientation, Cohesion Building and Motivation Enhancement
PART TWO: ASSESSMENT AND GOAL SETTING IN GROUPS
Assessment in Groups
Interviewing and Observation Strategies
Measurement Procedures in Assessment and Evaluation
Goal Setting and Intervention Planning
PART THREE: INTERVENTIONS IN AND BEYOND THE GROUP
Solving Problems and Negotiating Differences
Reinforcement and Stimulus Control in Groups
The Modeling Sequence
Cognitive and Relaxation Coping Strategies
Extragroup Tasks
Assessing and Enhancing Social Support - with Katherine P Reardon
Integrating Socio-Recreational Activities into Therapy
Intervening in the Group Process
Beyond the Boundaries of the Group
Procedures for Generalization
PART FOUR: APPLICATIONS OF COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL INTERACTIONAL GROUP THERAPY
Group Strategies for Reducing Anger and Aggression - with Martin D Martsch
Staff Training and Supervision for Cognitive-Behavioral Interactive Group Therapy