Ana Puig - Böcker

Helps counselors-in-training develop their sense of identity as advocates and seekers of social justice Distinguished by a potent social justice and multicultural perspective, this comprehensive introductory text for counselors-in-training delivers foundational concepts through the lens of advocacy and intersectionality. This book emphasizes exploration of the individual and collective effect of local, national, and global social issues on clients and their communities and imparts real world experiences from authors and clinical experts who provide personal accounts of challenges and successes in their practices.The text examines key evidence-based counseling theories with an in-depth focus on trauma-informed counseling and prompts reflection and dialogue about critical issues in counselor development. It introduces specific counseling micro-skills, techniques, and modalities and describes the varied settings in which counselors can practice. Engaging activities that foster self-analysis and self-actualization illuminate the path to becoming a professional counselor. Chapters encompass several features that promote high-level thinking and reinforce understanding of content. These include reflection exercises that relate chapter content to individual counselor identity, learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, Voices from the Field to bring counseling to life, Call to Action features to help students put learning into action, case studies, Group Process activities, and additional resources. Abundant instructor activities include Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, PowerPoints, and video podcasts. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers.Key Features:Addresses the foundations of counseling through the perspective of multiculturalism, advocacy, social justice, and intersectionalityEmphasizes understanding of the individual and collective effect of social issues on clients and their communitiesIncludes podcast interviews with clinical experts and Voices from the FieldWeaves the concept of trauma-informed counseling throughoutCovers such trending topics as telemental health, the influence of climate change, psychedelic-assisted therapies, the effect of social media on counseling, and neuroscienceOffers engaging self-actualization and reflection activities to enhance counselor trainingIncludes learning objectives, Call to Action features, Think About This reflection exercises, Group Process activities, case studies, and more in each chapterOffers an abundant ancillaries package including Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, chapter PowerPoints, and video podcasts

The counselling profession in the United States is calling for increased international collaboration, engagement, and understanding of the global issues which impact the way in which counsellors conduct their professional practice, teaching, and research. This book captures the experiences of group workers the world over, inviting them to describe how they facilitate group work to restore wellness, promote healing, and create opportunities for reducing isolation and alienation by tapping into the wisdom of multicultural or indigenous practices. The group work profession underscores the importance of training and service delivery that is rooted in humanistic narratives, with a focus on understanding cross-cultural dynamics. Included in this collection are examples of the rich, creative, and diverse world of group work applications, all of which contribute to a greater knowledge, awareness, and understanding of the many ways in which the power of group membership and leadership can be harnessed for positive change. Group work teachers, practitioners, and counsellor educators will enjoy learning about these creative and important efforts, and take away ideas to implement in their own group work. This book was originally published as two special issues of The Journal for Specialists in Group Work.