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| recovery games for group therapy: 100 Interactive Activities Carol A. Butler, MS Ed Butler, 2001-01-01 This book includes 14 topics and 100 interactive activities with reproducible worksheets for mental health and substance abuse recovery programs. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Treatment for Substance Abuse, Second Edition Mary Marden Velasquez, Cathy Crouch, Nanette Stokes Stephens, Carlo C. DiClemente, 2015-10-22 The leading manual on group-based treatment of substance use disorders, this highly practical book is grounded in the transtheoretical model and emphasizes the experiential and behavioral processes of change. The program helps clients move through the stages of change by building skills for acknowledging a problem, deciding to act, developing and executing a plan, and accomplishing other critical tasks. The expert authors provide step-by-step guidelines for implementing the 35 structured sessions, along with strategies for enhancing motivation. In a large-size format with lay-flat binding for easy photocopying, the volume includes 58 reproducible handouts. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials. New to This Edition *Reflects significant developments in research and clinical practice. *Eight new sessions focusing on the brain and substance use, gratitude, self-control, mindfulness, acceptance, and more. *Updated discussions of motivational interviewing and the use of cognitive-behavioral techniques with groups. *41 of the 58 handouts are new or revised; all are now downloadable. See also Substance Abuse Treatment and the Stages of Change, Second Edition, by Gerard J. Connors et al., which explores how the transtheoretical model can inform treatment planning and intervention in diverse clinical contexts. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Exercises for Addiction Counseling Geri Miller, 2016-05-31 An indispensable collection of ready-to-use, proven exercises Providing immediately useful group counseling suggestions and tips for addictions counselors, Group Exercises for Addiction Counseling offers powerful techniques that can be adapted to any clinical practice. Written in the author's gentle yet purposeful voice, this reader-friendly resource is filled with guidance for developing an addictions counseling group; handling Stage 2 confrontations of the leader; and building group member awareness. In addition, the author helps counselors enhance client awareness of addiction-related stressors and how to cope with those stressors. Group Exercises for Addiction Counseling contains valuable information on: Addiction recovery Family, relationships, and culture Feelings exploration Group community building Recovery skills Values Opening and closing each group session Fostering care, respect, and honesty in the group counseling setting, the techniques found in Group Exercises for Addiction Counseling allow counselors to help their clients break out of dysfunctional interaction patterns and live better lives. |
| recovery games for group therapy: 150 More Group Therapy Activities & TIPS Judith Belmont, 2020-04-23 Bestselling author Judy Belmont has created another treasure chest of hands-on and easy-to-use handouts, activities, worksheets, mini-lessons and quizzes that help clients develop effective life skills. 150 More Group Therapy Activities & TIPS, the fourth in her Therapeutic Toolbox series, provides a wealth of psycho-educational ideas with Belmont's signature T.I.P.s format ( Theory, Implementation, and Processing ). Ready-to-use tools include: Interactive strategies for leading successful group experiences DBT, CBT, ACT and positive psychology-inspired resources Communication skills-building activities Coping skills using mindfulness and stress resiliency practices Self-esteem and self-compassion guides for changing thoughts Fun team building exercises and icebreakers Practical resources for adults, adolescents & children |
| recovery games for group therapy: 103 Group Activities and Treatment Ideas & Practical Strategies Judith A. Belmont, 2006 This book assists in breaking through treatment resistance and defensiveness. Dozens of reproducible handouts, experiential activities, exercises, self-discovery tools and more are included. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Engage the Group, Engage the Brain Kay Colbert, Roxanna Erickson-Klein, 2015-11-30 A comprehensive, evidenced-based collection of group activities for professionals in the field of addiction treatment. Designed to creatively utilize the mind-body connection, these activities are engaging and fun, linked with evidence-based interventions and drawn on emerging brain research, providing a window into reaching clients who may be resistant to traditional talk therapy. This book uses a variety of approaches including multisensory, art therapy, novelty enrichment, mindfulness, therapeutic movement, and brain resilience theory to help build both insight and skills. Each activity includes a list of materials needed, the objectives, directions, brief observations, and reproducible handouts. By doing tasks that stimulate a balanced variety of areas in the brain, the pathway to recovery may be enhanced. The authors present a model for healing from addiction that is designed for clients to take with them and use to support their ongoing recovery. Kay Colbert, LCSW, works in private practice in Dallas, Texas, specializing in adult addiction, mental health, trauma, pain management, anxiety, and women's issues. Roxanna Erickson-Klein, PhD, LPC, works in private practice in Dallas, Texas, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Milton H. Erickson Foundation. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Experiential Group Therapy Interventions with DBT Allan J. Katz, Mary Hickam Bellofatto, 2018-08-06 Experiential Group Therapy Interventions with DBT provides group and individual therapists with proven experiential exercises that utilize dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills and original educational topics and have been successfully used nationwide to help treat patients with addiction and trauma. It introduces the advantages of using experiential therapy to facilitate groups for trauma and addiction and explains how DBT can help in regulating emotions and tolerating stress. This workbook contains concise plans and exercises for facilitating a group for a 30-day cycle. There is a theme for each day, original psychoeducational materials, experiential exercises, warm ups, and closing interventions. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Cognitive Therapy for Addictions Amy Wenzel, Bruce S. Liese, Aaron T. Beck, Dara G. Friedman-Wheeler, 2012-07-27 This pragmatic guide -- from a team of experts including cognitive therapy originator Aaron T. Beck -- describes how to implement proven cognitive and behavioral addiction treatment strategies in a group format. It provides a flexible framework for conducting ongoing therapy groups that are open to clients with any addictive behavior problem, at any stage of recovery. Practical ideas are presented for optimizing group processes and helping clients build essential skills for coping and relapse prevention. Grounded in decades of research, the book features rich case examples and reproducible clinical tools that can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size. |
| recovery games for group therapy: The Outside-The-Box Recovery Workbook Kim Rosenthal, 2021-08 Drug and alcohol counselor, creativity-guru, and humorist in one, Dr. Kim Rosenthal's Outside-the-Box Recovery Workbook is an innovative and friendly action-plan for recovery. The workbook takes the reader on a 130-page introductory journey into the world of sobriety, where relapse prevention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and the hard work of recovery meet entertainment and creativity. That means art therapy, positive psychology, narrative therapy, and creative writing - as well as illustrations, alter egos, movies, mazes, word searches, cartoons, and a joke or two. With this book as guide, you'll learn more about:?Grieving the loss of addiction?Taking on triggers and cravings?Understanding change?Dealing with mistakes?What to do if you relapse?Setting goals and pursuing dreams?Getting to know the new you in recoveryWhether you're a professional or someone new to recovery, if you're looking for a clinical approach to addiction that's both demanding and paradoxically fun, this book was written for you. Welcome. Take off your jacket and stick around a while.Dr. Rosenthal is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 20 years of experience helping people get past mental illness and addiction. She's licensed in Maine, Hawaii, and North Carolina and has experience working in dozens of settings, including detox units, rehabs, hospitals, clinics, forensics, geriatrics, and with our nation's veterans. She founded the Outside-the-Box Recovery movement to help providers help clients beat addiction. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Good Vibes Coloring Book Thaneeya McArdle, 2015-09 These 30 whimsical coloring activities are sure to send good vibes your way! These groovy visions are a great way to get happy and radiate positive energy. Beautifully colored finished examples are provided, along with a handy guide to basic coloring techniques. This therapeutic coloring book for adults is perfect for decorating with markers, colored pencils, gel pens, or watercolors. Designs are printed on a single side of each high-quality, extra-thick, perforated page for easy removal and display. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Healing in Action Barney Straus, 2018-09-04 Healing in Action: Adventure-Based Counseling with Therapy Groups is a practical guide for therapists wanting to integrate interactive games and challenges into their work. It provides current research supporting using ABC with trauma survivors and those recovering from addictions, as well as its efficacy with a broader population. Twelve activity-based chapters take the reader through various one-hour sessions of activities based on a particular theme or material used, complete with 50 descriptive photos of groups in action. Therapists will be able to use these activities to help their patients experience in vivo the joy, freedom and playfulness that are the hallmarks of sound mental health. With its combination of sound theoretical material and practical application, this book is a valuable resource for practitioners and graduate students alike. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Seeking Safety Lisa M. Najavits, 2021-05-07 This manual presents the first empirically studied, integrative treatment approach developed specifically for co-occurring PTSD and substance abuse. For persons with this prevalent and difficult-to-treat dual diagnosis, the most urgent clinical need is to establish safety--to work toward discontinuing substance use, letting go of dangerous relationships, and gaining control over such extreme symptoms as dissociation and self-harm. The manual is divided into 25 specific units or topics, addressing a range of different cognitive, behavioral, and interpersonal domains. Each topic provides highly practical tools and techniques to engage patients in treatment; teach safe coping skills that apply to both disorders; and restore ideals that have been lost, including respect, care, protection, and healing. Structured yet flexible, topics can be conducted in any order and in a range of different formats and settings. The volume is designed for maximum ease of use with a large-size format and helpful reproducible therapist sheets and handouts, which purchasers can also download and print at the companion webpage. See also the author's self-help guide Finding Your Best Self, Revised Edition: Recovery from Addiction, Trauma, or Both, an ideal client recommendation. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Art of Coloring Star Wars Disney Book Group, 2015-11-10 Relax, and let the creativity flow through you. Whether a skilled artist or an everyday dabbler of drawings and doodles, fans of all ages will enjoy these stunning pen-and-ink illustrations of beautiful landscapes, elaborate patterns, and memorable characters from the Star Wars universe. The lovely packaging includes a board cover with metallic foil stamping. |
| recovery games for group therapy: The Trauma Recovery Group Judith Lewis Herman, Emily Schatzow, Melissa Coco, Diya Kallivayalil, Jocelyn Levitan, 2011-02-16 Rich with expert, practical guidance for therapists, this book presents an evidence-based group treatment approach for survivors of interpersonal trauma. This time-limited treatment is designed for clients who have achieved basic safety and stability in present-day life and who are ready to work on the more enduring ways that trauma has harmed their self-perception and relationships. Vivid case examples and transcripts illustrate the process of screening, selecting, and orienting group members and helping them craft and work toward individualized goals, while optimizing the healing power of group interactions. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes reproducible handouts, worksheets, and flyers--Provided by publisher. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Trauma Treatment in Early Recovery Judith Lewis Herman, Diya Kallivayalil, and Members of the Victims of Violence Program, 2018-09-28 Infused with clinical wisdom, this book describes a supportive group treatment approach for survivors just beginning to come to terms with the impact of interpersonal trauma. Focusing on establishing safety, stability, and self-care, the Trauma Information Group (TIG) is a Stage 1 approach within Judith Herman's influential stage model of treatment. Vivid sample transcripts illustrate ways to help group participants deepen their understanding of trauma, build new coping skills, and develop increased compassion for themselves and for one another. In a large-size format for easy photocopying, the volume provides everything needed to implement the TIG, including session-by-session guidelines and extensive reproducible handouts and worksheets. Purchasers get access to a companion website where they can download and print the reproducible materials from the book, as well as an online-only set of handouts and worksheets in Spanish. See also The Trauma Recovery Group, by Michaela Mendelsohn, Judith Lewis Herman, et al., which presents a Stage 2 treatment approach for clients who are ready to work on processing and integrating traumatic memories. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Solution Focused Group Therapy Linda Metcalf, 1998 In our managed care era, group therapy, long the domain of traditional psychodynamically oriented therapists, has emerged as the best option for millions of Americans. However, the process can be frustratingly slow, and studies show that patients actually feel worse after months of group treatment than when they began. Can and should the group speed a person's progress? Now, in this must have book, marriage and family therapist Linda Metcalf persuasively argues that the collaborative nature of group therapy actually lends itself to time-limited treatment. She combines the best elements of group work and the popular solution focused brief therapy approach to create new opportunities for practitioners and patients alike.Among the topics covered in this valuable guide are: how to learn the model how to design a group and recruit members how to identify exceptions to a group member's self-destructive behaviors and thoughts how to help members focus on their successes rather than their failures how to keep the group solution focused when therapists or members fall back into old patterns This unique resource also includes case examples and session transcripts to follow, together with reproducible forms that can be used as they are or tailored to a therapist's needs.Solution Focused Group Therapyis an up-to-the-minute, highly accessible resource for therapists of any orientation. Managed care companies in particular will welcome this model, which deals so effectively and economically with today's biggest problems, including eating disorders, chemical dependencies, grief, depression, anxiety, and sexual abuse. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Learning ACT for Group Treatment Darrah Westrup, M. Joann Wright, 2017-06-01 For many clients, group therapy is a more practical treatment option than one-on-one therapy sessions. The financial cost of group therapy is substantially less than individual therapy, and research shows it can be just as effective. However, group therapy also presents unique challenges, and is often more difficult to administer. That’s why professionals need a solid plan of action when using group therapy to treat clients. In recent years, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) has gained immense popularity. Based in values, mindfulness, and committed action, this therapeutic model has proven successful in treating a number of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship problems. However, despite the popularity of this modality, there are very limited resources available when it comes to applying ACT in a group setting. Learning ACT for Group Treatment is a comprehensive, powerful manual for clinicians, therapists, and counselors looking to implement ACT in group therapy with clients. A composite of stand-alone sessions, the book provides detailed explanations of each of the core ACT processes, printable worksheets, tips on group session formatting, and a wide range of activities that foster willingness, cooperation, and connection among participants. In the book, professionals will see how the benefits of ACT can actually be enhanced in a group setting, particularly because there are more participants for ACT exercises. This leads to increased accountability among clients, and allows them to play both an active role and the role of the observer during treatment. The book also includes concrete tips for applying ACT to a number of treatment scenarios, including inpatient group therapy, partial hospitalization programs, outpatient programs, and community self-help groups. With detailed exercises and group activities, this book has everything therapists need to start using ACT in group settings right away. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Overcoming Your Alcohol or Drug Problem Dennis C. Daley, G. Alan Marlatt, 2006-06-15 A substance use problem exists when one experiences any type of difficulty related to using alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs including illicit street drugs or prescribed drugs such as painkillers or tranquilizers. The difficulty can be in any area of life; medical or physical, psychological, family, interpersonal, social, academic, occupational, legal, financial, or spiritual. This expanded new edition of the successful Graywind Publications title provides the reader with practical information and skills to help them understand and change a drug or alcohol problem. Designed to be used in conjunction with therapy or counseling, it focuses on special issues involved in stopping substance use and in changing behaviors or aspects of one's lifestyle that keep the substance use problem active. The information presented is derived from a wealth of research studies, and discusses the most effective recovery strategies from the examination of cognitive-behavoral treatment. TreatmentsThatWorkTM represents the gold standard of behavioral healthcare interventions! · All programs have been rigorously tested in clinical trials and are backed by years of research · A prestigious scientific advisory board, led by series Editor-In-Chief David H. Barlow, reviews and evaluates each intervention to ensure that it meets the highest standard of evidence so you can be confident that you are using the most effective treatment available to date · Our books are reliable and effective and make it easy for you to provide your clients with the best care available · Our corresponding workbooks contain psychoeducational information, forms and worksheets, and homework assignments to keep clients engaged and motivated · A companion website (www.oup.com/us/ttw) offers downloadable clinical tools and helpful resources · Continuing Education (CE) Credits are now available on select titles in collaboration with PsychoEducational Resources, Inc. (PER) |
| recovery games for group therapy: The Big Book of Conflict Resolution Games: Quick, Effective Activities to Improve Communication, Trust and Collaboration Mary Scannell, 2010-05-28 Make workplace conflict resolution a game that EVERYBODY wins! Recent studies show that typical managers devote more than a quarter of their time to resolving coworker disputes. The Big Book of Conflict-Resolution Games offers a wealth of activities and exercises for groups of any size that let you manage your business (instead of managing personalities). Part of the acclaimed, bestselling Big Books series, this guide offers step-by-step directions and customizable tools that empower you to heal rifts arising from ineffective communication, cultural/personality clashes, and other specific problem areas—before they affect your organization's bottom line. Let The Big Book of Conflict-Resolution Games help you to: Build trust Foster morale Improve processes Overcome diversity issues And more Dozens of physical and verbal activities help create a safe environment for teams to explore several common forms of conflict—and their resolution. Inexpensive, easy-to-implement, and proved effective at Fortune 500 corporations and mom-and-pop businesses alike, the exercises in The Big Book of Conflict-Resolution Games delivers everything you need to make your workplace more efficient, effective, and engaged. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities for Adults Catherine Johnson, ,Shreya Maon , Saveria McCullough, 2023 Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities for Adults Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities for Adults: A Complete Guide with 1000 Exercises and Examples for Effective Recovery and Healing is a comprehensive resource designed to help mental health professionals, addiction counselors, and group facilitators develop and implement effective group therapy programs for adults struggling with substance abuse. This practical and engaging guide offers a wide range of activities, exercises, and examples that foster personal growth, promote healing, and support lasting recovery. Drawing on the latest research and evidence-based practices, this book provides a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of group therapy for substance abuse treatment. Topics covered include: The benefits of group therapy for individuals coping with addiction Different types of group therapy models and their unique advantages Strategies for creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive group environment Techniques for facilitating open and honest communication among group members Approaches to addressing common challenges and barriers in group therapy With 800 carefully curated exercises and examples, this comprehensive guide offers a wealth of activities to engage group members, encourage self-reflection, and promote meaningful change. The activities are organized into several thematic sections, each addressing a key aspect of the recovery process: Building Trust and Connection: These activities focus on fostering a sense of belonging and support within the group, helping members to build trust, develop empathy, and form strong connections with one another. Self-Awareness and Self-Reflection: This section includes exercises that encourage group members to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to substance abuse, gaining valuable insights into their personal experiences and patterns of use. Coping Skills and Relapse Prevention: These activities help group members develop essential skills for managing stress, coping with cravings, and preventing relapse, empowering them to take control of their recovery journey. Emotional Regulation and Mindfulness: This section offers exercises that teach group members how to effectively manage difficult emotions, cultivate self-compassion, and practice mindfulness, promoting emotional well-being and resilience. Communication and Relationship Building: These activities focus on enhancing interpersonal skills, improving communication, and fostering healthy relationships, supporting group members in their efforts to rebuild connections with loved ones and establish new, supportive networks. Goal Setting and Personal Growth: This section includes exercises that encourage group members to set realistic, achievable goals for their recovery and personal growth, helping them to stay motivated and committed to lasting change. In addition to these thematic sections, the book also features numerous real-world examples and case studies that illustrate the transformative power of group therapy for individuals coping with substance abuse. These inspiring stories offer valuable insights and lessons for mental health professionals, addiction counselors, and group facilitators seeking to develop effective, evidence-based programs for their clients. The final section of the book examines the broader implications of substance abuse treatment, exploring the role of community resources, family involvement, and ongoing support in promoting lasting recovery and healing. Topics covered include: The importance of aftercare and continued support for individuals in recovery Strategies for engaging family members and loved ones in the treatment process The role of peer support groups and community resources in sustaining recovery |
| recovery games for group therapy: Facilitated Growth Michelle-K Cummings, Diane Sherman, 2017-08-23 |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Therapy with Children Alfons Aichinger, Walter Holl, 2017-01-12 Peer groups have a great significance in children’s development. Since children express their problems through play and action, Alfons Aichinger and Walter Holl have developed the basic ideas and intervention possibilities of psychodrama for group therapy work with children in a process spanning over 35 years. Using vivid examples, they describe the appropriate composition of a group of children, the structure of a group therapy session, the group process, disorder-oriented and group process-oriented interventions and the demands placed on the leaders of these groups. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Creative Family Therapy Techniques Liana Lowenstein, 2010 Bringing together an array of highly creative contributors, this comprehensive resource presents a unique collection of assessment and treatment techniques. Contributors illustrate how play, art, drama, and other approaches can effectively engage families and help them resolve complex problems. Practitioners from divergent theoretical orientations, work settings, or client specialisations will find a plethora of stimulating and useable clinical interventions in this book. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Psychoeducational Groups Nina W. Brown, 2004 The second edition of Nina's Brown's Psychoeducational Groups provides an overview of the major learning and instructional theories together with specific guidelines for conducting a variety of psychoeducational groups. Presented are principles of group instruction; specific guidelines for creating groups and understanding phases of group development; and a guide for planning and leading experimental activities. This new edition includes two new chapters covering aspects of group planning and providing examples of preparing themed sessions with special population groups such as children, adolescents and adults. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Therapy Games Alanna Jones, 2013-08-05 In this book, you will find 102 new and exciting ways to turn ordinary games into Therapy Games. Each game used in the book comes with five or more ways to make simple changes that create a new and unique therapeutic experience. In addition to the 102 game options, there's also a section on how playing the game itself without any changes can have therapeutic value. Turn the following games into various new Therapy Games: Apples to Apples; Operation; Taboo; Chutes and Ladders; Monopoly; Jenga; Let's Go Fishin; Jigsaw Puzzles; Cards and Dice; and more. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Ten Great Therapy Groups Kristen Brown, 2020-03-31 Ten Great Therapy Groups offers group curriculum for substance abuse and mental health therapy groups. The group curriculum is evidence based, and designed to allow for quick and easy group preparation. Packed full with worksheets and stimulating discussion questions, Ten Great Therapy Groups provides over 20 hours of easy-to-run group material. Adaptable to clients from diverse backgrounds, this work book reduces the stress of coming up with group material and promotes group cohesion and learning through meaningful group topics. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Therapy Games for Teens: 150 Activities to Improve Self-Esteem, Communication, and Coping Skills Kevin Gruzewski, 2020-09-15 Build teen self-esteem and communication skills with 150 simple, effective therapy games Planning thoughtful and productive therapy activities for teens doesn't have to be a complex challenge or require a lot of specialized resources. Therapy Games for Teens makes it easier to reach them, with 150 games based in recreation therapy that help teens cope with stress, bullying, grief, anxiety, depression, and more. These fun and inclusive therapy games are designed specifically with teens in mind. Step-by-step instructions show you how to guide them as they practice everything from labeling their own emotions to creative ways of venting frustration, with techniques that incorporate mindfulness and self-reflection. Give teens the tools to navigate life's challenges effectively, so they can grow up into confident, self-aware adults. Therapy Games for Teens helps: Put teens in control--Designed for both groups and individuals, these therapy games use self-exploration and creative expression to help teens let their guard down and learn valuable coping skills. Discussion questions--Each activity includes tips, talking points, and open-ended questions to help teens put what they learned into perspective and apply it to their lives. Practical and doable--The therapy games use simple materials like pencils, paper, dry-erase boards, and tape so there's no need for expensive or specialized tools. Help teens arm themselves with skills to manage their emotions and step into their potential. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Problem-Solving Therapy Thomas D'Zurilla, PhD, Arthur M. Nezu, PhD, ABPP, 2006-09-18 MAXIMIZE POSITIVE PATIENT OUTCOMES Enhance Function--Avert Relapses--Present New Problems In this new updated edition, authors Thomas J. D'Zurilla and Arthur M. Nezu, present some of the most useful advances in problem-solving therapy (PST) today. An excellent resource for maximizing positive patient outcomes, this all-inclusive guide helps enhance your problem solving skills and apply successful clinical techniques to help your clients improve their lives. Known for its presentation of solid research results and effective PST training tools, this best-selling guide has been fully updated to include: NEW research data on social problem solving and adjustment NEW studies on the efficacy of PST NEW social problem solving models NEW updated and more user-friendly therapist's training manual Written for a wide audience, from therapists and counselors to psychologists and social workers, this highly readable and practical reference is a must-have guide to helping your patients identify and resolve current life problems. The book set is designed to be read alongside its informal manual accompaniment, Solving Life's Problems: A 5-Step Guide to Enhanced Well-Being by D'Zurilla, Nezu, and Christine Maguth Nezu. Purchase of the two books as a set will get you these life-changing texts at an $7.00 savings over the two books bought individually. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Therapy for Substance Use Disorders Linda Carter Sobell, Mark B. Sobell, 2011-06-22 This authoritative book presents a groundbreaking evidence-based approach to conducting therapy groups for persons with substance use disorders. The approach integrates cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention techniques, while capitalizing on the power of group processes. Clinicians are provided with a detailed intervention framework and clear-cut strategies for helping clients to set and meet their own treatment goals. More than two dozen ready-to-use reproducible assessment tools, handouts, homework exercises, and session outlines are supplied in a convenient large-size format. |
| recovery games for group therapy: The Recovery Book Al J. Mooney, Catherine Dold, Howard Eisenberg, 2014-09-09 “A classic. Read it. Use it. It can help guide you step by step into the bright light of the world of recovery.” —from the Foreword by Harry Haroutunian, M.D., Physician Director, Betty Ford Center “The Recovery Book is the Bible of recovery. Everything you need to know you will find in here.” —Neil Scott, host, Recovery Coast to Coast radio Hope, support, and a clear road map for people with drug or alcohol addiction. Announcing a completely revised and updated second edition of The Recovery Book, the Bible of addiction recovery. The Recovery Book provides a direct and easy-to-follow road map to every step in the recovery process, from the momentous decision to quit to the emotional, physical, and spiritual issues that arise along the way. Its comprehensive and effective advice speaks to people with addiction, their loved ones, and addiction professionals who need a proven, trusted resource and a supportive voice. The new edition of The Recovery Book features the revolutionary Recovery Zone System, which divides a life in recovery into three chronological zones and provides guidance on exactly what to do in each zone. First is the Red Zone, where the reader is encouraged to stop everything, activate their recovery and save their life. Next is the Yellow Zone, where the reader can begin to rebuild a life that was torn apart by addiction. Finally, the reader reaches the Green Zone, where he can enjoy a life a recovery and help others. Readers also learn how to use the Recovery Zone ReCheck, a simple, yet very effective relapse prevention tool. The Recovery Zone System works hand-in-hand with the 12-step philosophy and all other recovery methods. In addition, The Recovery Book covers new knowledge about addiction mechanisms and neuroplasticity, explaining how alcohol and drugs alter the brain. The authors outline a simple daily practice, called TAMERS, that helps people to use those same processes to “remold their brains” around recovery, eventually making sobriety a routine way of life. Written by Al J. Mooney, M.D., a recovery activist who speaks internationally on recovery, and health journalists Catherine Dold and Howard Eisenberg, The Recovery Book covers all the latest in addiction science and recovery methods. In 26 chapters and over 600 pages, The Recovery Book tackles issues such as: Committing to Recovery: Identifying and accepting the problem; deciding to get sober. Treatment Options: Extensive information on all current options, and how to choose a program. AA and other 12-Step Fellowships: How to get involved in a mutual-support group and what it can do for you. Addiction Science and Neuroplasticity: How alcohol and drugs alter pathways in the brain, and how to use the same processes to remold the brain around recovery. Relapse Prevention: The Recovery Zone ReCheck, a simple new technique to anticipate and avoid relapses. Rebuilding Your Life: How to handle relationships, socializing, work, education, and finances. Physical and Mental Health: Tips for getting healthy; how to handle common ailments. Pain Control: How to deal with pain in recovery; how to avoid a relapse if you need pain control for surgery or emergency care. Family and Friends: How you can help a loved one with addiction, and how you can help yourself. Raising Substance-Free Kids: How to “addiction-proof” your child. The Epidemic of Prescription Drugs: Now a bigger problem than illegal drugs. Dr. Al J. Mooney has been helping alcoholics and addicts get their lives back for more than thirty years, using both his professional and personal experiences at his family’s treatment center, Willingway, and most recently through his work as medical director for The Healing Place of Wake County (NC), a homeless shelter. The Recovery Book will help millions gain control of their mind, their body, their life, and their happiness. www.TheRecoveryBook.com |
| recovery games for group therapy: TIP 35: Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Use Disorder Treatment (Updated 2019) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2019-11-19 Motivation is key to substance use behavior change. Counselors can support clients' movement toward positive changes in their substance use by identifying and enhancing motivation that already exists. Motivational approaches are based on the principles of person-centered counseling. Counselors' use of empathy, not authority and power, is key to enhancing clients' motivation to change. Clients are experts in their own recovery from SUDs. Counselors should engage them in collaborative partnerships. Ambivalence about change is normal. Resistance to change is an expression of ambivalence about change, not a client trait or characteristic. Confrontational approaches increase client resistance and discord in the counseling relationship. Motivational approaches explore ambivalence in a nonjudgmental and compassionate way. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Activities for Teaching Positive Psychology Jeffrey J. Froh, Acacia C. Parks, 2013 Positive psychology is a rapidly expanding area of study that is of great interest to students at the graduate, undergraduate, and high school levels. But the field is so broad that teachers who want to cover all the bases when designing a positive psychology course may have difficulty locating and selecting materials. Activities for Teaching Positive Psychology: A Guide for Instructors addresses this problem by presenting a comprehensive set of fun, interactive classroom activities devised by contributors who are experienced teachers as well as leading scholars in their areas. Chapters cover all the topics typically included in existing positive psychology textbooks, emphasizing the hands-on experience that makes positive psychology courses so powerful. Extensive reading lists point interested readers toward a fuller understanding of the topics. The book is a rich source of ideas for all teachers of psychology, from novice to experienced instructors Positive psychology is unique among teaching topics in that it lends itself to experiential teaching methods. This book is what is needed most: a guide to activities related to the concepts and experiments that make up the foundation of positive psychology. Froh and Parks have created a book that every instructor should have-full of reflections and other activities that will benefit every student Robert Biswas-Diener, CMC, Managing Director, Positive Acorn, Milwaukie, OR Positive psychology needs to be given away. Froh and Parks teach you how Shane Lopez, PhD, Senior Scientist in Residence, Clifton Strengths School, Omaha, NE |
| recovery games for group therapy: Positive CBT Fredrike Bannink, Nicole Geschwind, 2021-11-30 Positive CBT integrates positive psychology and solution-focused brief therapy within a cognitive-behavioral framework. It focuses on building what's right, not on reducing what is wrong. Learn about the evidence-base for positive CBT Teach clients what works for them with the treatment protocols Download client workbooks More about the book Positive CBT integrates positive psychology and solution-focused brief therapy within a cognitive-behavioral framework. It focuses not on reducing what is wrong, but on building what is right. This fourth wave of CBT, developed by Fredrike Bannink, is now being applied worldwide for various psychological disorders. After an introductory chapter exploring the three approaches incorporated in positive CBT, the research into the individual treatment protocol for use with clients with depression by Nicole Geschwind and her colleagues at Maastricht University is presented. The two 8-session treatment protocols provide practitioners with a step-by-step guide on how to apply positive CBT with individual clients and groups. This approach goes beyond simply symptom reduction and instead focuses on the client's desired future, on finding exceptions to problems and identifying competencies. Topics such as self-compassion, optimism, gratitude, and behavior maintenance are explored. In addition to the protocols, two workbooks for clients are available online for download by practitioners. The materials for this book can be downloaded from the Hogrefe website after registration |
| recovery games for group therapy: Research Anthology on Rehabilitation Practices and Therapy Management Association, Information Resources, 2020-08-21 The availability of practical applications, techniques, and case studies by international therapists is limited despite expansions to the fields of clinical psychology, rehabilitation, and counseling. As dialogues surrounding mental health grow, it is important to maintain therapeutic modalities that ensure the highest level of patient-centered rehabilitation and care are met across global networks. Research Anthology on Rehabilitation Practices and Therapy is a vital reference source that examines the latest scholarly material on trends and techniques in counseling and therapy and provides innovative insights into contemporary and future issues within the field. Highlighting a range of topics such as psychotherapy, anger management, and psychodynamics, this multi-volume book is ideally designed for mental health professionals, counselors, therapists, clinical psychologists, sociologists, social workers, researchers, students, and social science academicians seeking coverage on significant advances in rehabilitation and therapy. |
| recovery games for group therapy: We Are the Luckiest Laura McKowen, 2022-01-25 “We Are the Luckiest is a masterpiece. It’s the truest, most generous, honest, and helpful sobriety memoir I’ve read. It’s going to save lives.” — Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Love Warrior: A Memoir What could possibly be “lucky” about addiction? Absolutely nothing, thought Laura McKowen when drinking brought her to her knees. As she puts it, she “kicked and screamed . . . wishing for something — anything — else” to be her issue. The people who got to drink normally, she thought, were so damn lucky. But in the midst of early sobriety, when no longer able to anesthetize her pain and anxiety, she realized that she was actually the lucky one. Lucky to feel her feelings, live honestly, really be with her daughter, change her legacy. She recognized that “those of us who answer the invitation to wake up, whatever our invitation, are really the luckiest of all.” Here, in straight-talking chapters filled with personal stories, McKowen addresses issues such as facing facts, the question of AA, and other people’s drinking. Without sugarcoating the struggles of sobriety, she relentlessly emphasizes the many blessings of an honest life, one without secrets and debilitating shame. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Males With Eating Disorders Arnold E. Andersen, 2014-06-17 First published in 1990. The subject of anorexia nervosa and, more recently, bulimia nervosa in males has been a source of interest and controversy in the fields of psychiatry and medicine for more than 300 years. These disorders, sometimes called eating disorders, raise basic questions concerning the nature of abnormalities of the motivated behaviors: Are they subsets of more widely recognized illnesses such as mood disorders? Are they understandable by reference to underlying abnormalities of biochemistry or brain function? In what ways are they similar to and in what ways do they differ from anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa in females? This book will be of interest to a wide variety of people—physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, nutritionists, educators, and all others who may be interested for personal or professional reasons. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Music Therapy in Mental Health for Illness Management and Recovery Michael J. Silverman, 2015 Many music therapists work in adult mental health settings after qualifying. This book is an essential guide to psychiatric music therapy, providing the necessary breadth and depth to inform readers of the psychotherapeutic research base and show how music therapy can effectively and efficiently function within clinical practice |
| recovery games for group therapy: Addiction and Choice Nick Heather, Gabriel Segal, 2017 Views on addiction are often polarised - either addiction is a matter of choice, or addicts simply can't help themselves. But perhaps addiction falls between the two? This book contains views from philosophy, neuroscience, psychiatry, psychology, and the law exploring this middle ground between free choice and no choice. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Women Who Run with the Wolves Clarissa Pinkola Estés Phd, 1995-08-22 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • More than 2.7 million copies sold! • “A deeply spiritual book [that] honors what is tough, smart and untamed in women.”—The Washington Post Book World Book club pick for Emma Watson’s Our Shared Shelf Within every woman there lives a powerful force, filled with good instincts, passionate creativity, and ageless knowing. She is the Wild Woman, who represents the instinctual nature of women. But she is an endangered species. For though the gifts of wildish nature belong to us at birth, society’s attempt to “civilize” us into rigid roles has muffled the deep, life-giving messages of our own souls. In Women Who Run with the Wolves, Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés unfolds rich intercultural myths, fairy tales, folk tales, and stories, many from her own traditions, in order to help women reconnect with the fierce, healthy, visionary attributes of this instinctual nature. Through the stories and commentaries in this remarkable book, we retrieve, examine, love, and understand the Wild Woman, and hold her against our deep psyches as one who is both magic and medicine. Dr. Estés has created a new lexicon for describing the female psyche. Fertile and life-giving, it is a psychology of women in the truest sense, a knowing of the soul. |
| recovery games for group therapy: Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations Philip J. Flores, Jeffrey Roth, Barney Straus, 2023-06-09 This newly updated and streamlined edition of Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations provides proven strategies for combating alcohol and drug addiction through group psychotherapy. The interventions discussed in the book build on a foundation of addiction as an attachment disorder rooted in the understanding of addiction as a family disease. An appreciation of group and organizational dynamics is used to address the complex experience of developmental trauma that underlies addiction. Having identified the essential theoretical underpinnings of supporting recovery from addiction in Part One, the second half of the book gives a thorough nuts and bolts description of constructing a psychotherapy group and engaging productively in the successive phases of its development from initiation of treatment to termination. The book concludes with specific recommendations for group psychotherapists to increase their competence with groups, deepen their appreciation of group and organizational dynamics and develop a community of support for their own well-being. These methods are important for psychotherapists working with addicted populations who are inexperienced with group psychotherapy as well as seasoned group psychotherapists wishing to enhance their work. |
60 Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities - Two Dreams
Group therapy is used to guide clients through the process of gaining insight about themselves, others, and the world around them. Through the group dynamic, clients foster hope and …
THE SEVEN CHALLENGES ACTIVITY BOOK
(Counselor and group members move tables, chairs, desks, etc., – or else do this ahead of time). “Now I’m going to make a straight line down the middle of the room with masking tape.” …
THE GROUPS ADDICTION RECOVERY Playbook
Recovery isn’t easy and it’s something that a lot of people struggle with especially in the irst few weeks. But know that there is help and there are activities you can do to identify when …
Recovery Games For Groups (PDF) - goramblers.org
Are you looking for engaging and therapeutic ways to build community and support recovery within a group setting? Recovery games for groups offer a powerful tool to facilitate healing, …
Games That Can be Used in Therapy - My Group Guide
*Games can help build rapport, frustration tolerance, social skills, problem-solving skills, & more! Games: Uno -Can be used to encourage discussion of emotions (i.e. red card= anger) -Team …
Substance Abuse - My Group Guide
-Facilitator can conclude group by going over some key ways you can hold yourself accountable through recovery . -Keep an open line of communication with friends/family
60 MORE Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities - Two Dreams
We previously posted a list of 60 substance abuse group therapy activities to give readers an idea of what kinds of topics they might encounter during a theme/support group. We received …
Engage the Group - Kay Colbert
Designed to creatively utilize the mind-body connection, these activities are engaging and fun, linked with evidence-based interventions and drawn on emerging brain research, providing a …
Coping Skills Bingo - Twin Willows Therapy
Coping Skills Bingo myfreebingocards.com Safety First! Before you print all your bingo cards, please print a test page to check they come out the right size and color.
GROUP CHECK-IN IDEAS - mind remake project
GROUP CHECK-IN IDEAS. How are you feeling: physically, emotionally, and spiritually? If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? On a scale from 1 to 10, where are you at …
BEGINNINGS GROUP #1 Activity: Purpose: Materials Needed
1. Have one group member share his/her drug history. Elicit feedback from other group members. 2. As a group, read and discuss handout. 3. Have group members interview recovering staff …
Emotional Awareness - My Group Guide
-Facilitator can conclude group by going over ways to address feelings of guilt & shame. -Guilt: a. Take responsibility for the things you’ve done (stop rationalizing your behaviors!) b. Ask for …
Breaking Free of Addiction - Between Sessions
Research shows that one of the greatest markers of success in recovery is being connected to a group, a community, or a team of supporters—people who understand the unique challenges …
Therapeutic Recreation Protocol: Wellness Jeopardy - TR …
This activity uses a Jeopardy style game incorporating music to generate discussion about wellness topics. Categories of the game are Cognitive, Physical, Emotional, Social, and …
101 Group Topics - mind remake project
GROUP TOPICS. Acceptance. Forgiveness. Complacency in Recovery. Resentments (How to Let Go) Open-Mindedness. Romantic Relationships in Recovery. Fear. Belief in a Higher Power.
The Trauma recovery workbook - Between Sessions
recovery to see if you suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or another psychological disorder. Here are some ways to cope with traumatic memories instead of …
12-STEP RECOVERY GROUPS - mind remake project
12 May 2020 · Al-Anon/Alateen (For Family and Friends of Alcoholics) Nar-Anon (For Family and Friends of Addicts) Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA)/Dysfunctional Families Families …
Task Cards: Cognitive Distortions (for adults) - My Group Guide
Cognitive Distortions. 1. Beth’s husband fears he might lose his job. He has been stressed and angry and has been drinking more than usual. Beth thinks, “I must not be a good enough wife”. …
40 Icebreakers for Small Groups - Insight
This selection will encourage sharing, openness, listening, cooperation and discussion, providing a useful ‘getting to know you’ or ‘group building’ introduction for a small group study or …
Emotions Card Game - My Group Guide
Clients will pick a card from each pile. They will use the emotion they chose from pile 1 to address/answer the question or statement from pile 2. Pick a group member and ask them to tell us about a time they felt this emotion. It can be recent or from a long time ago.
60 Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities - Two Dreams
Group therapy is used to guide clients through the process of gaining insight about themselves, others, and the world around them. Through the group dynamic, clients foster hope and examine core issues that exacerbate their addictive disorders. They also work to develop their communication skills and learn to engage in fun, healthy social ...
THE SEVEN CHALLENGES ACTIVITY BOOK
(Counselor and group members move tables, chairs, desks, etc., – or else do this ahead of time). “Now I’m going to make a straight line down the middle of the room with masking tape.” (Counselor runs a line of tape down the middle of the cleared-out space.) “I would like to ask all of you to please stand on the line of tape in the middle.
THE GROUPS ADDICTION RECOVERY Playbook
Recovery isn’t easy and it’s something that a lot of people struggle with especially in the irst few weeks. But know that there is help and there are activities you can do to identify when recovery is becoming a challenge. In this exercise we’ll illustrate relapse drift. Recovery is …
Recovery Games For Groups (PDF) - goramblers.org
Are you looking for engaging and therapeutic ways to build community and support recovery within a group setting? Recovery games for groups offer a powerful tool to facilitate healing, promote self-discovery, and strengthen bonds.
Games That Can be Used in Therapy - My Group Guide
*Games can help build rapport, frustration tolerance, social skills, problem-solving skills, & more! Games: Uno -Can be used to encourage discussion of emotions (i.e. red card= anger) -Team-building (each color is a category to spark discussion, i.e. blue card= name a coping skill for… skills-building, too!)
Substance Abuse - My Group Guide
-Facilitator can conclude group by going over some key ways you can hold yourself accountable through recovery . -Keep an open line of communication with friends/family
60 MORE Substance Abuse Group Therapy Activities - Two …
We previously posted a list of 60 substance abuse group therapy activities to give readers an idea of what kinds of topics they might encounter during a theme/support group. We received positive feedback on the list, so we found 60 more to keep you inspired!
Engage the Group - Kay Colbert
Designed to creatively utilize the mind-body connection, these activities are engaging and fun, linked with evidence-based interventions and drawn on emerging brain research, providing a window into reaching clients who may be resistant to traditional talk therapy.
Coping Skills Bingo - Twin Willows Therapy
Coping Skills Bingo myfreebingocards.com Safety First! Before you print all your bingo cards, please print a test page to check they come out the right size and color.
GROUP CHECK-IN IDEAS - mind remake project
GROUP CHECK-IN IDEAS. How are you feeling: physically, emotionally, and spiritually? If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? On a scale from 1 to 10, where are you at in your recovery and what does that number mean to you? If your mood was a weather forecast, what would it be and why? Tell about a healthy risk you’ve taken this ...
BEGINNINGS GROUP #1 Activity: Purpose: Materials Needed
1. Have one group member share his/her drug history. Elicit feedback from other group members. 2. As a group, read and discuss handout. 3. Have group members interview recovering staff (or upperclassmen) using handout. Have group member complete handout for themselves. 4. Discuss their answers. Explore the concept of powerlessness. What does ...
Emotional Awareness - My Group Guide
-Facilitator can conclude group by going over ways to address feelings of guilt & shame. -Guilt: a. Take responsibility for the things you’ve done (stop rationalizing your behaviors!) b. Ask for forgiveness from those you’ve hurt c. Forgive yourself & accept that you cannot change the past d.
Breaking Free of Addiction - Between Sessions
Research shows that one of the greatest markers of success in recovery is being connected to a group, a community, or a team of supporters—people who understand the unique challenges of problem drug and alcohol use. Self-help groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and SMART
Therapeutic Recreation Protocol: Wellness Jeopardy - TR …
This activity uses a Jeopardy style game incorporating music to generate discussion about wellness topics. Categories of the game are Cognitive, Physical, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual. Depending on a participant’s care plan, this activity may be charted as physical, cognitive, social or sensory. General Purpose.
101 Group Topics - mind remake project
GROUP TOPICS. Acceptance. Forgiveness. Complacency in Recovery. Resentments (How to Let Go) Open-Mindedness. Romantic Relationships in Recovery. Fear. Belief in a Higher Power.
The Trauma recovery workbook - Between Sessions
recovery to see if you suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or another psychological disorder. Here are some ways to cope with traumatic memories instead of avoiding them.
12-STEP RECOVERY GROUPS - mind remake project
12 May 2020 · Al-Anon/Alateen (For Family and Friends of Alcoholics) Nar-Anon (For Family and Friends of Addicts) Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA)/Dysfunctional Families Families Anonymous (FA) Parents Anonymous NAMI Family Support Group (For Adults with Loved Ones Who Have Experienced Mental Health Symptoms) S-Anon/S-Ateen (For Family and Friends of ...
Task Cards: Cognitive Distortions (for adults) - My Group Guide
Cognitive Distortions. 1. Beth’s husband fears he might lose his job. He has been stressed and angry and has been drinking more than usual. Beth thinks, “I must not be a good enough wife”. 3. Nora is about to listen to a voicemail to find out if she got hired for a …
40 Icebreakers for Small Groups - Insight
This selection will encourage sharing, openness, listening, cooperation and discussion, providing a useful ‘getting to know you’ or ‘group building’ introduction for a small group study or teaching time. It's probably impossible to say who first thought up any of these icebreakers and games.
