ASGW Masterclass: Dr. Niloufer Merchant

ASGW Masterclass: Dr. Ana Puig

Dr. Lorraine Guth speaks with Dr. Ana Puig about her passion for culturally responsive group work. She recounts early experiences that shaped her to be a group worker who is dedicated to social justice advocacy. Dr. Puig also discusses insights gleaned from a meaningful service project in Puerto Rico as well as an innovative mindfulness group that she co-led during the pandemic. She shares words of wisdom for group workers including the importance of being in the moment and having a kind heart.

ASGW Masterclass: Dr. Gerald Corey and Marianne Schneider Corey

Dr. Lorraine Guth speaks with Dr. Gerald Corey and Marianne Schneider Corey about their significant group work contributions that span the globe. They share their early experiences in the profession as well as a discussion of their current teaching. The Coreys highlight their prolific scholarly endeavors that include group textbooks, journal articles, and innovative videos. They also offer words of wisdom and tips for group workers, teachers, and scholars.

ASGW Masterclass: Dr. Niloufer Merchant

Dr. Christine Suniti Bhat, Professor, Ohio University, hosts a conversation with Niloufer Merchant, Ed.D., L.P. (MN), Professor Emerita, St. Cloud State University, ASGW Fellow, and former president of ASGW. Dr. Merchant served as process observer on the ACA Governing Council for four ACA Presidents. She shares her passion for work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and discusses how group workers could utilize Polyvagal Theory to gain an understanding of how our nervous systems receive and respond when we are in connection with others.

ASGW Masterclass: Dr. Robert Wubbolding

Dr. Christine Suniti Bhat hosts a conversation with Dr. Robert E Wubbolding, internationally known teacher, author and practitioner of Reality Therapy about the application of Reality Therapy to Group Work. Dr. Wubbolding is the Director of the Center for Reality Therapy and is a Professor Emeritus of Xavier University. Dr. Wubbolding is Senior Faculty for William Glasser International, Inc and he was personally appointed by Dr. Glasser in 1988 to be the first Director of Training for his institute. In this position he coordinated and monitored the Certification, Supervisor, and Instructor Training programs. Dr. Wubbolding is a Professional Clinical Counselor and a Board Certified Coach. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including being named a “Legend of Counseling” at the meeting of the American Counseling Association in Hawaii in 2014.

ASGW Masterclass: Dr. Kristopher Goodrich and Dr. Jane Okech

Dr. Lorraine Guth speaks with Dr. Kristopher Goodrich and Dr. Jane Okech about their editorial journey with the Journal for Specialists in Group Work. They also share tips for group work research/writing, early group experiences, the impact of professional mentors/collaborators, and dedication to culturally responsive group work.