Effective Support Groups: How to Plan, Design, Facilitate, and Enjoy Them

by James E. Miller

Uses a question-and-answer approach to cover the basics of starting and leading a support group, along with more advanced information.

Paperback

First published September 1, 1998

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Reviews

[Jim B · Rating 3 out of 5]

For anyone looking for help with starting a support group, or for improving the one they're in, this is a simple, straightforward "how to" book. A quick read, and lots of sound advice.

I was trained as a facilitator years ago, and found reading this little book to be a very good refresher.

[Arina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple, clear and short. I would recommend it for beginners.

[Ryan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book for those looking to start a support group. Short and to the point avoiding jargon and giving excellent tips and suggestions. Highly recommended for anyone starting a support group

[Ray · Rating 3 out of 5]

A super-short read without many details. Probably only worthwhile for absolute beginners.

[mind_body_books · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short, concise, to the point. You want a book with excellent advice on executing a support group, here it it. Probably obvious to seasoned facilitators but a very useful read nonetheless. It was exactly what I was looking for, and needed.

[Jean Marie Angelo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Years ago I was asked by a nonprofit to head a peer support program. My only qualificaiton was that I was considered a nice person with a calming personality. Otherwise, I was handed the assignement because I was the only one willing to do the task. I quickly did a search for support materials and found this book. It is a quick read filled with common-sense pointers.

[Tammy Hawk · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has been very helpful with increasing my comfort level to start a grief support group a at my agency. Thanks for the tips!

I am starting a support group and needed some guidelines to help me start out on the right foot. I found this book to be easy to read and it built my confidence that I have the resources I need to go forward with my plans.

[Dr. · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book is a quick read. Simple, and doesn't go into depth. If looking for an introduction this is good. Looking for details, look somewhere else.