Practitioners in social care are often required to work with clients who do not want to work with them, and these 'reluctant' clients can often be the most challenging, but most rewarding, to work with. This practical, jargon- free book covers all the issues that practitioners are likely to encounter in the course of working with reluctant clients.
Designed for professionals in the helping fields, this practical guide offers essential tools and strategies to enhance their effectiveness. It emphasizes real-world applications, providing insights into various techniques that can improve client interactions and outcomes. The book addresses common challenges faced by helpers and offers evidence-based solutions, making it a valuable resource for both new and experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their skills and knowledge in their respective areas.
This book is a short, light-hearted guide to groupwork, providing an easily- digestible way of understanding group dynamics, the practicalities of running a group, and how to participate in one. It covers how and where to set up a group, the size of the group and the arrangement of chairs, and the importance of boundaries and rules within a group.