"A valuable addition to the growing conversation about solution-focused practice in schools. Cooley provides the nuts and bolts of solution-focused group work with students of all ages." -John J. Murphy, Professor of Psychology University of Central Arkansas "The book is a pleasure to read, extremely informative, and helpful. The organization and content teaches a skill in a way that makes the reader feel empowered." -Cynthia Knowles, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist and Consultant A fresh, dynamic approach to build on students' strengths and encourage positive mental health. Solution-focused brief counseling helps students improve their well-being by concentrating on goals and solutions rather than dwelling on problems. This resource shows how to use this highly effective approach for group counseling sessions so that students can dialogue and learn alongside their peers. Research-based and practical, this unique guide gives school professionals the foundational theory and knowledge to adapt solution-focused group counseling techniques for any topic, curriculum, or grade level. Readers will find: Case studies of real students encountering real problems Forms, permissions slips, and sample letters for starting a group "Do This" and "Avoid This" sections Sample agendas for elementary, middle, and high school levels, complete with activities, session scripts, and discussion questions Help students address common issues by creating lively, engaging group meetings using this powerful, goal-oriented methodology.
"A valuable addition to the growing conversation about solution-focused practice in schools. Cooley provides the nuts and bolts of solution-focused group work with students of all ages." -John J. Murphy, Professor of Psychology University of Central Arkansas "The book is a pleasure to read, extremely informative, and helpful. The organization and content teaches a skill in a way that makes the reader feel empowered." -Cynthia Knowles, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist and Consultant A fresh, dynamic approach to build on students' strengths and encourage positive mental health. Solution-focused brief counseling helps students improve their well-being by concentrating on goals and solutions rather than dwelling on problems. This resource shows how to use this highly effective approach for group counseling sessions so that students can dialogue and learn alongside their peers. Research-based and practical, this unique guide gives school professionals the foundational theory and knowledge to adapt solution-focused group counseling techniques for any topic, curriculum, or grade level. Readers will find: Case studies of real students encountering real problems Forms, permissions slips, and sample letters for starting a group "Do This" and "Avoid This" sections Sample agendas for elementary, middle, and high school levels, complete with activities, session scripts, and discussion questions Help students address common issues by creating lively, engaging group meetings using this powerful, goal-oriented methodology.
Leadership Strategies for Safe Schools guides principals, administrators, and teachers through the process of creating and implementing a proactive, student-centered school safety program. The author breaks down the process into manageable steps, from needs assessment to program evaluation, and provides detailed information about how to implement programs for:Character development and educationConflict resolution and violence preventionPeer mediationDiversity educationThe revised edition includes references to current research, offers case studies and vignettes that illustrate the impact of school safety programs, and presents numerous additional strategies.
Leadership Strategies for Safe Schools guides principals, administrators, and teachers through the process of creating and implementing a proactive, student-centered school safety program. The author breaks down the process into manageable steps, from needs assessment to program evaluation, and provides detailed information about how to implement programs for:Character development and educationConflict resolution and violence preventionPeer mediationDiversity educationThe revised edition includes references to current research, offers case studies and vignettes that illustrate the impact of school safety programs, and presents numerous additional strategies.
Helps youth build skills for school success and social-emotional growth while exploring such topics as personal goals, ethnic identity and prejudice, peer pressure, violence prevention, and family relationships.
Supervising Counsellors is a practical and insightful guide to the responsibilities facing all those involved in supervising practitioners and trainees. Drawing together contributions and new research from those at the forefront of supervisory practice, this book makes essential reading for both qualified and trainee supervisors. Part One ......
"A highly significant contribution on best practices in the supervision of school psychologists. Essential reading for school psychologists who are new to the role of supervisor and an important source of guidance for experienced supervisors." -Susan Jacob, Professor of School Psychology Central Michigan University "The most comprehensive look at issues facing supervisors of school psychologists today, and a tremendous asset in bringing the field to the next level of competency." -Sharon Gorenstein, School Psychologist Baltimore City Public School System, MD Acquire the values, attitudes, and skills to effectively supervise school psychologists! Skilled and well-trained school psychologists are critical to students' well-being and academic success. This second and substantially revised edition of Effective Supervision in School Psychology comprehensively addresses the administrative and clinical supervision skills necessary for school psychologists to thrive and offers guidelines for fostering the growth of both new and seasoned professionals. The authors discuss school psychologists' expanding roles in offering prevention and intervention services, using evidence-based practices, and demonstrating measurable outcomes to help schools meet legal mandates for accountability. This new edition also has an increased focus on system-based delivery, multicultural issues, and clinical supervision. Chapters provide school psychologists, staff developers, and school and district administrators with: Multiple vignettes illustrating the principles presented Tools for assessing supervisor effectiveness, including ready-to-use questionnaires and evaluation forms Methods for evaluating professional growth Sample supervisory dilemmas and reflection questions for individual or group study Effective supervision facilitates the essential ongoing professional development-and enhanced competency-of school psychologists. Based on the most current research, this practical guide helps school leaders meet the needs of new and veteran school psychologists through effective mentoring, clinical supervision, and administrative support.
Provides information and strategies for assessing and treating internalizing problems in school settings. This title details more than 40 specific psychoeducational and psychosocial intervention techniques with a focus on approaches that are evidence based, broadly applicable, and easy to implement.
"A highly significant contribution on best practices in the supervision of school psychologists. Essential reading for school psychologists who are new to the role of supervisor and an important source of guidance for experienced supervisors." -Susan Jacob, Professor of School Psychology Central Michigan University "The most comprehensive look at issues facing supervisors of school psychologists today, and a tremendous asset in bringing the field to the next level of competency." -Sharon Gorenstein, School Psychologist Baltimore City Public School System, MD Acquire the values, attitudes, and skills to effectively supervise school psychologists! Skilled and well-trained school psychologists are critical to students' well-being and academic success. This second and substantially revised edition of Effective Supervision in School Psychology comprehensively addresses the administrative and clinical supervision skills necessary for school psychologists to thrive and offers guidelines for fostering the growth of both new and seasoned professionals. The authors discuss school psychologists' expanding roles in offering prevention and intervention services, using evidence-based practices, and demonstrating measurable outcomes to help schools meet legal mandates for accountability. This new edition also has an increased focus on system-based delivery, multicultural issues, and clinical supervision. Chapters provide school psychologists, staff developers, and school and district administrators with: Multiple vignettes illustrating the principles presented Tools for assessing supervisor effectiveness, including ready-to-use questionnaires and evaluation forms Methods for evaluating professional growth Sample supervisory dilemmas and reflection questions for individual or group study Effective supervision facilitates the essential ongoing professional development-and enhanced competency-of school psychologists. Based on the most current research, this practical guide helps school leaders meet the needs of new and veteran school psychologists through effective mentoring, clinical supervision, and administrative support.
