Handbook of Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy with Children and Adolescents

✍ Scribed by Ray W. Christner (editor), Jessica L. Stewart (editor), Christy A. Mulligan (editor)

• Publisher: Routledge
• Year: 2024
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 327
• Edition: 2
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

Now in its second edition, the Handbook of Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy with Children and Adolescents offers a review of cognitive-behavior therapy fundamentals, evidence-based group interventions, and practical guidelines for group psychotherapy.

This extensive guide presents innovative and evidence-based treatments for the challenges faced by today's youth. Each chapter covers areas such as assessment, case conceptualization, group selection, cultural considerations, protective factors, and detailed strategies and treatment protocols for use in clinical practice. This handbook combines theoretical foundations with practical application, highlighting the authors' personal experiences through case studies and therapeutic vignettes.

This book is an invaluable reference for professionals providing therapeutic intervention to children and adolescents.

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Table of Contents
Author Biographies
Part I Essentials of Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy
Chapter 1 Finding Strength in Numbers: An Introduction to Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy (CBGT) With Youth
Considerations for the Provisions of Group Therapy
Service Accessibility
Social Comparison and Support
Opportunities for Observations
Natural Laboratory
Cohesiveness and Shared Responsibility
Assessment and Group Inclusion
CBT Group Formats
Virtual Group Therapy
Social Loafing
Readiness to Change
Challenging Group Members
Cultural Considerations
Therapist Cognitions
Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy: The “What”
Brief Overview of CBT
Process Considerations of CBGT: The “How”
Therapeutic Relationship
Session Structure
Case Conceptualization
Goals and Objectives
Intervention Selection: The What to Do When
Summary
References
Chapter 2 Leading Effective Groups for Children and Adolescents: Change Through Connection
The Relationships Are the Thing
Group Cohesion
Group Climate
Creating a New Group Culture
Group Composition
Rupture and Repair
Expanding the Circle
Parent Involvement
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3 Legal and Ethical Issues in Providing Group Therapy to Minors
Ethical Decision-Making
Competence
Competence as a Therapist
Competence as a Group Therapist
Competence to Work With Children
Specialty Populations
Additional Considerations
Diversity
Recruitment
Screening and Selection
Consent to Treatment
Informed Consent
Confidentiality
Mandating Reporting of Child Abuse
Record Keeping
Telehealth
Additional Considerations
Summary and Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 Useful Techniques in Group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy With Youth: Helping Youth See Things From Wing to Wing
Introduction
Clinical Applications
Putting the Techniques in Context Via 3P: Core Principles, Processes, and Practices
Collaborative Empiricism, Guided Discovery, as Well as Practicing With Fidelity and Flexibility
Building Session Structure
Skills Required for Leading GCBT Groups: Multi-Tasking Is Crucial!
Focus On Experiential Learning: The Group as a Social Learning Laboratory
Stocking the CBT Treasure Chest for Group Work: Change-Making Techniques
Modular Elements
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5 Setting Considerations for Group-Based Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Children and Adolescents
Introduction
Overview
Outpatient Settings
School Settings
Inpatient Settings
Residential Settings
Transitional Living Settings
Telehealth-based Group Settings
Case Example
Summary
References
Part II Presenting Problems
Chapter 6 Cognitive-Behavior Group Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
Introduction
Overview of Childhood Anxiety Disorders
Assessment of Anxiety
Screening
Diagnostic Interviews
Questionnaire Measures of Anxiety
Behavioral Observations
Cognitive-Behavioral Conceptualization
Group Treatment
Considerations for GCBT
Case Example
Summary
References
Chapter 7 CBT Groups for PTSD
Overview of Youth PTSD
Group Identification and Progress Monitoring
Cognitive-Behavioral Conceptualization of PTSD
Cultural and Racial Considerations
Group CBT for Traumatized Youth: Sample Interventions
Session-by-Session Breakdown of Youth Groups in TF-CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS)
Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS)
Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation for Adolescents (STAIR-A)
Overcoming Potential Obstacles of Group Treatment for PTSD
Case Example
Summary
References
Chapter 8 Using CBGT With Youth Depression
Introduction
Overview of the Problem
Depressive Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Identification, Forming Groups, and Progress Monitoring
Interviews
Group Assignment
Progress Monitoring
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Conceptualization of the Problem
Utilization of Technology and Treatment of Depression
Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Considerations
Evidence-Based Components to Group CBT Treatment of Depression
Goal Setting
Challenging Negative Thoughts
Self-Monitoring
Problem-Solving
Relaxation Training
Pleasant Activity Scheduling
Successive Approximation
Exercise
Prevention and Intervention Programs
Preventative Programs
Intervention Programs
Obstacles Related to Group-Based Treatment of Depression
Not Understanding the Problem and Social Judgment of the Problem
An Advocate
Suicide
Summary
References
Chapter 9 Improving Coping for Angry and Aggressive Youth
Introduction
Anger and Aggression in Children and Adolescents
Cognitive-Behavioral Conceptualization of Intervention
Child-Level Factors
Parent-Level Factors
Assessment and Group Identification
Behavioral Assessment
Assessment of Social-Cognitive Skills
General Assessment of Group Readiness
A Model for Assessment-Based Inclusion
Cognitive-Behavioral Group Interventions
Overcoming Potential Obstacles
Child Characteristics Which Can Limit Group Effects
Therapist Characteristics Which Can Limit Group Effects
Case Example for Cognitive-Behavioral Group Intervention
Coping Power Child Group Session 10: Practice Using Coping Statements for Anger Coping
Coping Power Child Group Session 19: Social Problem-Solving
Summary
References
Chapter 10 Modern Group Eating Disorder Treatment: Inclusion From a Cognitive Behavioral Perspective
Introduction
Overview
Assessment
Screening
Interview
Questionnaires
Behavioral Measures
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Conceptualization
Correlates of Diversity
Group CBT and Eating Disorders
Sample Treatment Interventions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E)
CBT-AR
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Obstacles
Case Example
Summary
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 11 Group CBT for Youth Experiencing Grief
Overview of Grief
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Considerations
Group CBT for Grief
Session One
Session Two
Session Three
Session Four
Session Five
Session Six
Session Seven
Session Eight
Overcoming Potential Obstacles
Case Example
Summary and Conclusion
References
Chapter 12 Building Healthy Media and Device Habits: A CBT-Based Roadmap
Defining Unhealthy MDU
CBT Conceptualization of MDU
Physiological and Neurobiological Processes
Behavioral Principles of Reinforcement
Social Factors
Cognitive and Emotional (Psychological) Processes
Cultural Considerations
Protective Factors
Assessment
Clinical Interview
Rating Scales
Modular-Based Group Intervention
Paving the Way With Successful Goal Setting
Developing Self-Understanding Through Psychoeducation
Building Self-Awareness for Competent Coping
Changing the Narrative: Flipping Your Inner Script
Moving From Chaos to Control: Building Your Brain’s Command Center
Solving Problems for Success
Sustaining Healthy Digital Habits
Summary
Note
References
Chapter 13 Running Multi-Family Skills Training Groups in DBT for Adolescents
Introduction
Overview of the Presenting Problem
Assessment: Group Identification and Progress Monitoring
CBT Conceptualization of the Problem
Functions of the DBT Multi-Family Skills Training Mode
Biosocial Theory
Validation and Accurate Expression
Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Considerations
Description of DBT Skills Group With Emotionally Dysregulated Adolescents and Caregivers
Sample of Treatment Interventions
Mindfulness Skills
Model of Emotions
Validation
Overcoming Potential Obstacles to Group Treatment for Emotionally Dysregulated Youth
Case Example
Summary
References
Chapter 14 CBT Groups With LGBTQ Youth
Introduction
Overview
CBT Conceptualization
Group Identification and Progress Monitoring
Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Considerations When Working With LGBTQ Youth
Group CBT With LGBTQ Youth
Sample of Treatment Interventions
The ABCDE Method
Self-Compassion Break
LGBTQ Community Stories
Overcoming Obstacles
Summary
Case Example
References
Appendix
Verbiage for Gathering Data On Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity/Expression
Ascertaining Sexual Orientation
Ascertaining Gender Identity
Asking About Relationships
Asking About Identity Concealment
Chapter 15 Building Team Cohesion and Optimal Performance
Gen Z Athletes
The Athlete Minority Stress Model
Addressing Minority Stress With Cultural Awareness
Assessment
Group Cohesion
Team-building
Sport Performance
Possible CBT Approaches
PST in Sport Psychology
Relaxation
Self-Talk
Imagery
Goal Setting
Concentration
A Case Study
Introduction to the Team
Assessment
Team Demographics
Details About the Program
Group Activities
Evaluation
Conclusion
References
Chapter 16 Providing Positive Psychology Interventions in Group Counseling
Overview of Subjective Well-Being
Assessment: Group Identification and Progress Monitoring
CBT Conceptualization of Well-Being
Group Interventions Using Positive Psychology Interventions
Sample Group Positive Psychology Interventions
Well-Being Promotion Program
MindUp
Strengths-Based Resilience
Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Considerations in Positive Psychology
Language
Ethnicity/Cultural Background
Risk and Protective Factors
Involving Local Communities
Ensuring the Cultural Competency of Group Leaders
Overcoming Potential Obstacles to Group Treatment for Low Subjective Well-Being
Logistics and Planning
Maximizing Engagement
Case Example: Providing the WBPP With Groups of Middle School Students
Identification of Students Appropriate for the Group
Group Composition
Leader Responsibilities and Preparation
WBPP Implementation
Student Outcome Data
Summary
Notes
References
Part III Conclusions and Future Considerations
Chapter 17 Epilogue: Future Considerations in CBT Group Treatment
Challenges in Providing CBGT
CBGT in Virtual and Technology-Assisted Approaches
Future Research for CBGT for Special Populations
ADHD
Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Substance Abuse
Immigrant and Refugee Children
Conclusions and Future Directions
References
Index