The great popularity of this bestseller stems from Corey"s success in linking theory to successful practice--ultimately giving students the ability to integrate approaches to develop their own frameworks for effective group counseling. Each theory chapter follows a consistent outline, enabling students to easily compare and contrast different theoretical approaches across chapters. Each theory chapter also illustrates how the theory is used effectively in group practice. * The text is packed with examples, applications, and links from theory to practice throughout. * Part Three: "Application and Integration" includes two chapters focused specifically on practical application. Chapter 17, "Comparisons, Contrasts, and Integration" features an integrative model of group counseling that illustrates how theories and approaches can be combined into a practical and unique synthesis. Chapter 18, "Evolution of a Group: An Integrative Perspective" follows a group in action, demonstrating how Marianne and Jerry Corey draw from various approaches as they lead groups. Students can watch this process unfold on the GROUPS IN ACTION: EVOLUTION AND CHALLENGES DVD/workbook. * Exposing students to dilemmas group leaders typically face, Chapter 3, "Ethical and Professional Issues in Group Practice" provides suggestions to reduce the chance of malpractice actions. * In keeping with the trend toward time-limited groups, new Chapter 16, "Solution-Focused Brief Therapy in Groups" highlights key concepts, techniques, and applications of brief, structured approaches to group work. Praised by reviewers, the chapter"s effective "Application: Therapeutic Techniques and Procedures" section guides students from pre-therapy change to questioning, exception questions, the miracle question, scaling questions, the formula first session task, and therapy feedback to group members.