Creative Activities for Group Therapy

The second edition of "Creative Activities for Group Therapy" provides evidence-based alternatives for verbal expression in group therapy, offering innovative tools, techniques, and strategies for addressing dilemmas and difficult situations. It is organized into three categories: group basics and fundamentals, activity categories, and diverse settings, conditions, and applications. The first section outlines the use of activities, benefits to groups, and tips for effective and safe use. The second section covers a range of creative activities, including art therapies, movement therapies, writing therapy, and new activities for virtual sessions. The new section addresses activities for diverse settings, such as hospitals and prisons, medical conditions, and inclusive applications. The book aims to provide mental health professionals and students with methods for enriching therapy groups and implementing these activities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The second edition of "Creative Activities for Group Therapy" is a comprehensive resource that delves into evidence-based alternatives for verbal expression in group therapy. Designed to empower group leaders with innovative and inspirational tools, techniques, and intervention strategies, this book offers a wealth of knowledge to address dilemmas and challenging situations while fostering self-exploration and self-disclosure among members.

Organized into three distinct categories, the book provides a comprehensive overview of group basics and fundamentals, a diverse range of activity categories, and a new section dedicated to diverse settings, conditions, and applications.

In the first section, readers are introduced to the practical use of creative activities, their benefits to groups, and essential tips for effective and safe implementation. This section serves as a valuable guide for leaders seeking to incorporate creative activities into their therapy sessions.

Section two showcases a wide array of creative activities that leaders can employ, including art therapies, movement therapies, writing therapy, and new activities specifically designed for virtual sessions. Each activity is carefully crafted to engage and inspire participants, fostering a sense of creativity and emotional expression.

Furthermore, the book addresses activities for diverse settings, such as groups in hospitals and prisons, various medical conditions, and psychological states, as well as inclusive applications that minimize group conflict and promote emotional well-being.

This new edition is a valuable resource for mental health professionals and students, including therapists, counselors, and clinical social workers. It offers a comprehensive array of methods for enriching therapy groups and provides practical tools for implementing these activities with confidence and effectiveness. By incorporating creative activities into their practice, mental health professionals can enhance the therapeutic experience for their clients and contribute to their overall well-being.

Weight: 650g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032171463
Edition number: 2 ed