Skills and Techniques for Group Counseling with Youth DVD Set

This two-part DVD program illustrates the concepts and procedures contained in the Skills and Techniques for Group Work with Children and Adolescents book. A copy of the book accompanies the program. 

In Part 1—Conducting Session One: Setting Guidelines and Getting Connected, Dr. Smead is shown working with a group of upper elementary/middle school students. She discusses and demonstrates skills and techniques that will enhance the group experience. 

Part 2—Conducting Subsequent Sessions: Group Leadership Skills That Teach and Heal, shows Dr. Smead working with the students on the topic of anger management. Here she demonstrates a number of effective group leadership skills and therapeutic interaction techniques.

This manual is a treasure chest packed with 24 leadership skills and therapeutic interaction techniques that are essential to group work with children and adolescents. It provides helpful background information, related readings, practice activities, and more. Recommended for any counselor or group leader who works with kids—regardless of the issues that the group addresses or the setting and format of the group.