The Counselor and the Group, fourth edition: Integrating Theory, Training, and Practice

Rejecting simplifying notions of globalisation as a macro-economic force, this book provides a grounded picture of the various ways in which people's biographies are tied up with the global cultural economy. The main argument of the book is that the globalisation of lives is experienced by people as the 'extension' of their 'milieux' both spatially and symbolically.

Table of Contents:
Introduction and Context. Definitions and Distinctions. Rationale for Group Counseling. Group Process - A Developmental Perspective. Process to Practice. Group Leader. Group Member. Rapin, Conyne, Best Practices in Group Work. Merchant, Multicultural Diversity - Competent Group Work. Differentiating Groups. Organizing Group Work. Evaluating Group Work. Communication Activities in Groups. Family Theory as a Group Resource. Crisis Respons - A Group Work Priority. Stockton, Toth, Morran, The Case for Group Research.

About the Author :
James P. Trotzer, Ph.D., is a consulting psychologist engaged in training, education, consulting, and professional writing, and past President of the Association for Specialists in Group Work (2004–2005).

Review :
'Trotzer leaves nothing untouched. He engages the ardent beginner with a vast array of strategies and learning activities while empowering the seasoned group leader with integrated theory and concepts. The guidelines and interventions that he develops in his new chapter Crisis Response represent an advanced dimension in group counseling. He has brought to us a unique perspective in crisis management that not only relates to our institutions but to our world.' - Marguerite (Peg) Carroll, Ed.D., Professor Emeritus, Counselor Education, Fairfield University, USA 'I have followed Trotzer’s work from the first edition of his group book to this current edition. The first edition was outstanding and each subsequent revision has improved, with this edition being no exception. Trotzer is a clear writer who uses excellent examples and relevant material to illustrate the group work model he has evolved over the years. The model is elegant and practical, and students understand and apply the approach with enthusiasm. His fourth edition has moved the group work process a level higher with updated information on diversity in group work, standards of training, applications to families, evaluation processes and, most of all, new and exciting information about leadership and organizational skills. In short, Trotzer’s outstanding book just got better, making it a must have for those teaching graduate-level group courses.' - Arthur (Andy) Horne, Ph.D., Counseling and Human Development Services, University of Georgia, USA