As is rarely the case in ordinary experience, K. Roy MacKenzie's new book, Time Managed Group Psychotherapy, delivers far more that it promises. It is indeed an excellent guide to effective clinical applications of group psychotherapy in a time-limited context, but it is also a clear, systematic, and thoughtful presentation of basic principles of group psychotherapy in general, and it could well serve as a useful text in an introductory psychotherapy course.—International Journal of Group Psychotherapy

It is all-too-rare, yet delightful, experience to read a book that delivers exactly what it promises. The title of MacKenzie's book is clear, direct, and to the point, and so is his book. This is a lucid, information-packed volume on group psychotherapy by an experienced teacher and clinician. . . . Whether one is just curious about what group psychotherapy is and how it works, or is a seasoned group psychotherapist, this book is worth reading and would be a valuable addition to any library or course on group psychotherapy.—Bulletin of the Menninger Clinic

Dr. Roy MacKenzie, one of our most prominent psychotherapy researchers and clinicians, has written an exceptionally comprehensive and very timely book. . . . Dr. MacKenzie has provided us with a much needed succinct introduction to the critical psychotherapy efficacy studies, and utilizing a generic model of psychotherapy, has constructed a straightforward, highly appealing method for the conduct of group treatment for a multiplicity of psychiatric problems in numerous clinical settings. . . . Unlike many group psychotherapy texts, the author has integrated both biopsychosocial and multiaxial diagnostic approaches within his treatment model. Time-Managed Group Psychotherapy is a significant addition to our psychotherapy literature and should enable us to practice more sophisticated and effective forms of group treatments.—Jerald Kay, M.D., Professor and ChairDepartment of Psychiatry, Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OhioEditor, The Journal of Psychotherapy Practice and Research

With the growth of managed care, the time is right for group psychotherapy to become more widely used as a cost-effective treatment modality. This timely and pragmatic book provides the right information in the right way at the right time and will make a significant contribution to the field.—Michael A. Freeman, M.D., President, Institute for Behavioral Healthcare, Tiburon, California

If the medium is the message, this book resounds with a loud, clear, and sparkling message in support of group therapy. MacKenzie's analytic skills are at their finest here. He offers a model of a 'generic small group,' with sensitivity to time-management, and then brings together diagnosis, treatment, philosophy, and research culminating with an authoritative section on planning and implementing group programs. In this era of limited resources, his is an invaluable addition to the literature for the most experienced administrator to the novice group therapist.—Anne Alonso, Ph.D., C.G.P., Assoc Clin Prof Psychology, Dept of Psychiatry, Harvard Med School; Director, Center for Group Therapy, Mass Gen Hosp; Past President, American Group Psychotherapy Assoc

With this book Dr. MacKenzie makes a rare, much-needed contribution to the group psychotherapy literature. In his clear, concise style, the author has applied research findings to the clinical practice of group psychotherapy. No matter what the theoretical orientation of the reader is, the resultant application is very useful. . . . I highly recommend the volume for the experienced and beginning professional alike.—Bonnie J. Buchele, Ph.D., F.A.G.P.A., CGP, Treasurer, American Group Psychotherapy Association

Time-Managed Group Psychotherapy is a worthwhile addition to the literature on group therapy in general and on time-limited group therapy in particular. It is comprehensive, theoretically consistent, and creative in it approach to financial limitations in health care delivery. It will be especially useful to those practitioners who wish to implement a group program. MacKenzie's blueprint offers a solid foundation.—Journal of Psychotherapy Practice and Research