Engage the Group, Engage the Brain

Kay Colbert and Roxanna Erickson-Klein have put together an exceptional compendium of group exercises for helping people in recovery. It addresses one of recovery s most important needs, that of building the skills, resources, and identity maturation for supporting a sustained and soulful sobriety. The experiential processes not only allow a person to say no to their addiction but, perhaps more importantly, to say yes to a fulfilling life. I highly recommend the book! —Stephen Gilligan, PhD, Psychotherapist, Author, International Workshops

We have found that these exercises are a window into reaching clients who may be blocked or resistant to traditional talk therapy. Fun and engaging for all, these activities integrate easily into inpatient or outpatient programming. Our clients and staff look forward to doing this group each week. Thanks for this excellent treatment resource! —Cindy Seamans, PhD, Director Adult Women Program, Nexus Recovery Center

The authors have an easy-to-use format for each activity, providing the therapist with a holistic approach to supplement group materials. Each experiential is designed for enhancing individual personal growth as well as strengthening the spirit of the group as a whole. Engage the Group: Engage the Brain is a must have book for every mental health professional in private practice, intensive outpatient or inpatient settings. —Pennie Johnson, LPC, LCDC, CSAT, CMAT International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals