Download or read book Group Psychotherapy with Adult Children of Alcoholics written by Marsha Vannicelli and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 1993-02-22 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For all therapists who work with adult children of alcoholics (ACOAs), this comprehensive guide provides expert guidance in setting up and running a psychotherapy group. Successfully integrating theory and practice, the book surveys the current ACOA literature, explains the rationale for group therapy, describes how to set up a group, and suggests specific group leader techniques. Also included are insightful discussions on countertransference issues, the preparation and training of ACOA group leaders, and key areas for future research.