Bøker av John Sharry

A guide for professionals who use groups to help people. It provides exercises for use in practice; guidance on evaluating the outcomes of group work; and, models for group supervision. It shows practitioners how to create group culture and how to maintain this culture in spite of the challenges, tensions and difficulties that arise within groups.

Describes an innovative approach to therapeutic work which builds on the strengths of children and their parents. As the author's experience shows, helping clients to focus on potential solutions rather than problems can be a powerful means of engaging them in the therapeutic process.

Emphasising an approach to parenthood that praises rather than criticises, this is a useful guide for those bringing up young children. This book offers practical advice on how to deal with real challenges of caring for young children, and helpful tips on how to stimulate a child intellectually.

Raising a child brings many joys but also plenty of challenges! The ups and downs of parenting can push even the most resourceful parent to the limit. Written by established parenting author John Sharry and drawing on the ideas of the award-winning Parents Plus Programs, Positive Parenting aims to help parents raise emotionally secure, happy children who reach their full potential at home and at school. Targeted at parents of primary school age children, Positive Parenting provides a step-by-step guide to solving behavior and other childhood problems including sibling rivalry, homework hassles, serious tantrums, bullying.