Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Ed E Jacobs Christine J Schimmel Robert L Masson Riley L Harvill ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Group Counseling: Strategies and Skills Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Introduction ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Chapter Make a list of the advantages and disadvantages of group counseling Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc In groups of four, Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Efficiency Experience of Commonality Greater Variety of Resources and Viewpoints Sense of Belonging Skills Practice Feedback Vicarious Learning Real-Life Approximation Commitment ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Reasons for Leading Groups Make a list of all the groups you have been a part of, or know about Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc In groups of 4, Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Education Discussion Task Growth & Experiential Counseling & Therapy Support Self-Help ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Kinds of Groups Group counseling is not for everyone Certain issues require individual counseling Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Group counseling has specific advantages ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Group Versus Individual Counseling Certain kinds of groups (discussion, education, task groups) not require the use of counseling theory Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Individual counseling theories (REBT, CBT,TA, Adlerian, Behavioral, Reality Therapy) are helpful when leading counseling, therapy, and growth groups ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Use of Theories Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc People don’t mind being led when they are led well Group counseling should never be boring Group counseling should be clear and concrete The counselor is primarily responsible for the group but not ultimately responsible for the outcome ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Our Approach to Groups: Impact Therapy Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Important considerations: Cultural background Gender Age Sexual orientation ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Group Counseling in a Multicultural Context Jacobs, Masson, Harvill, and Schimmel’s position is that an active style of leadership works best for most groups Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc The major leadership debate is centered on how active, directive, and structured the leader should be ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Group Leadership Styles Group-directed - the leader will turn the group over to the members and have the members determine the direction and content Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Leader-directed - the leader has an understanding of the member’s needs and structures the group to meet those needs ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Leader-Directed Vs Group-Directed Intrapersonally oriented leaders focus on the needs and concerns of the individual members Interpersonal Intrapersonal Focus on group process Focus on personal issues 10 Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Leadership styles can be viewed on a continuum Interpersonally oriented leaders emphasize the “here”, and the dynamics of the group ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Interpersonal Versus Intrapersonal Leadership Styles – Content - the task or purpose of the group – Process - the interaction between members, between members and the leader, and how members participate in the group Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc There are both content and process functions that the leader must address ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Leadership Functions What you think are the characteristics of good group leaders? Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc In groups of 4, Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Experience with individual counseling Experience and comfort with groups Planning and organizational skills Knowledge of relevant topics An understanding of basic human issues and conflicts A thorough understanding of counseling theory ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved What Makes An Effective Leader? Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Read and understand the Ethical Codes of your professional organizations Be well prepared and knowledgeable on the topics of the groups you lead Have adequate supervision and opportunities for personal growth outside groups you lead Avoid harmful dual relationships ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Ethical Considerations When Leading Groups Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Maintain appropriate confidentiality Inform members about the goals and purpose of the group and expectations of members Know and use exercises properly, advise members of potential risks, and allow time to process Encourage, but don’t demand participation Don’t trick members into opening up Make appropriate post-group referrals ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Additional Ethical Considerations Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Know the relevant laws of your state As a leader, always use due care and act in good faith Maintain a “standard of group practice” common to your profession Be aware of your clients’ rights Practice within your level of competence ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Legal Issues Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Members will many of the following: Skip from topic to topic Dominate the discussion Be “chit-chatty” rather than personal and focused Attend sporadically Be shy and withdrawn Get angry at the leader ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Potential Group Problems Copyright © 2012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Get angry at one another Pressure (force) others to speak Preach their personal morality Be resistant because forced to attend Dislike other members Stop attending the group ©2016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved More Potential Problems [...]... Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Experience with individual counseling Experience and comfort with groups Planning and organizational skills Knowledge of relevant topics An understanding of basic human issues and conflicts A thorough understanding of counseling theory ©2 016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved What Makes An Effective Leader? Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole,... and content Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Leader-directed - the leader has an understanding of the member’s needs and structures the group to meet those needs ©2 016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Leader-Directed Vs Group- Directed Intrapersonally oriented leaders focus on the needs and concerns of the individual members Interpersonal Intrapersonal Focus on group. .. members and the leader, and how members participate in the group Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc There are both content and process functions that the leader must address ©2 016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Leadership Functions What do you think are the characteristics of good group leaders? Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc In groups... Harvill, and Schimmel’s position is that an active style of leadership works best for most groups Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc The major leadership debate is centered on how active, directive, and structured the leader should be ©2 016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Group Leadership Styles Group- directed - the leader will turn the group over to the members and have... 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Learning, Inc Know the relevant laws of your state As a leader, always use due care and act in good faith Maintain a “standard of group practice” common to your profession Be aware of your clients’ rights Practice within your level of competence ©2 016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Legal Issues Copyright © 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Members will do many of the following: ... 2 012 Brooks/Cole, a division of Cengage Learning, Inc Group counseling has specific advantages ©2 016 Cengage Learning All rights reserved Group Versus Individual Counseling Certain kinds of groups... well Group counseling should never be boring Group counseling should be clear and concrete The counselor is primarily responsible for the group but not ultimately responsible for the outcome ©2 016 ... 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