Grades 6-12. This unique group counseling curriculum provides over 90 activities divided into twelve session themes: Who Am I? Body Image, Choices, Communication, Emotions, Friendships, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, Reaching Out, Tough Times, and Who I Am! During group lessons, girls are encouraged to share feelings and struggles as they openly discuss important issues in a safe and supportive environment. They are given the opportunity to feel empowered, gain self-awareness, develop coping strategies, improve problem-solving skills, understand that they are not alone, and learn to make healthy decisions. Girls in Real Life Situations is designed for use by educators and mental health professionals in schools and other settings.
A book every therapist needs! I am a therapist and group coordinator for a private practice. When I started our office’s group therapy program last year I knew I wanted to have a group that helped girls understand themself better and be more prepared for developing a richer character and better social skills. GOLD MINE!! This is IT! It has been such a huge success that we continue to offer it ever session. Schools, parents, other mental health therapist and professionals are calling my office to refer their clients to our…
Excellent middle/high school girl group guide This book is all you need to lead a girls group in middle or high school. It’s full of activities, thoughtful discussion questions and journal topics. Each section has more activities than you can complete during a group session. Required materials can be easily found in your own home (magazine pictures, index cards, string, etc.) Other counselors I know have used this in schools and I’ve used it with 8th-10th graders at church. It’s up-to-date content and language make it relevant to…