Effective helping

by Barbara F. Okun

Thousands of readers have become effective and empathic helpers with Barbara Okun's practical introduction to human relations counseling. Logical, easy-to-understand, and applicable, the book's unique framework will help you enhance your self-awareness, increase your understanding of contemporary social forces, and appreciate what happens in effective helping. Plus, Okun's blend of hands-on exercises, examples, and just the right amount of theory will provide you with the necessary skills to develop genuine and compassionate relationships.

Chappie’s discussion starters

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Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?