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Books
Shift happens:
Three steps to turn confusion into clarity and lasting change
The most recent book provides a powerful, easy-to-follow 3-step blueprint, helping you break free from life’s challenges. Whether you’re rethinking your career, struggling with relationships, or simply feeling lost, this book offers the tools to transform confusion into purpose and progress. Shift Happens combines real-world strategies and proven methods to help you take bold, actionable steps toward a more fulfilled life.
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Fundamentals of Group Process Observation
This edited collection covers the role of the process observer – a position that enhances the effectiveness of group functioning by observing the process, summarizing the behavior of the group so that the group can learn and, if needed, improve its functioning. This book is among the first to address the role of a Process Observer and offer practical strategies for application in a variety of settings. This book will assist professional counselors, educators, and any leader or manager responsible for leading teams.
Check out chapters 9 & 10 for contributions to this edited collection.
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Group Counseling Leadership Skills for School Counselors
In this book, Drs. Theresa Coogan and Sam Steen guide readers through the foundational knowledge and effective techniques they need to create diverse spaces and lead groups in PreK-12 schools and communities. The text employs the "TRATE My Group" framework to help future school counselors and leaders approach daily group interactions with a new perspective and increased intentionality on the larger process.
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Gatekeeping in the Mental Health Professions
This book guides graduate faculty and supervisors in effective gatekeeping by bringing together the body of professional performance standards for multiple mental health fields and providing best practices, tools, and templates for use with trainees. Following an introduction to the professional, ethical, and legal issues involved in gatekeeping, the authors discuss contextual factors that can affect trainee functioning. Topics addressed include strategies for assisting low-performing trainees, faculty and supervisor roles, professional collaboration, evaluating trainee performance, designing remediation plans, documentation, and prevention and early intervention.
Check out chapters 11 & 12 for contributions to this edited collection.
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Audio Lessons
Communication STyles
Welcome to our audio lesson on communication styles! Every day, we engage with others yet many overlook the impact of their communication style. By mastering the four common communication styles, you can elevate your interactions any setting—be it work, home, or relationships. Dive in with us to enhance your communication skills and foster stronger connections with those around you.
Emotional intelligence
Unlock your potential with our brief audio lesson learning how to leverage emotional intelligence to fuel your unique passions. Discover how understanding your emotions can enhance your creativity and drive, helping you to pursue what truly inspires you. This quick yet impactful session will provide you with practical insights and strategies to align your emotional awareness with your personal and professional goals.