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Hall, Julian C. – Social Work, 1980
Encounters, defined as contacts between a social worker and client that have not been regularly scheduled, represent an alternative to the classic casework method. Presents a consumer-oriented strategy based on clinical experience in a public community mental health center in a large urban area. (Author)
Descriptors: Caseworker Approach, Counselor Role, Helping Relationship, Individual Counseling

Toth, Andre; Toth, Susan – Social Work, 1980
Describes a group therapy program for recently widowed females, whose purpose was to allow individuals to share with each other the meaning of widowhood. A sense of group identity evolved which helped the women develop insight and courage to deal effectively with their situation. (Author/HLM)
Descriptors: Coping, Females, Group Counseling, Group Therapy