Group Counseling: Theory & Techniques

Catalog description

This course is an introduction to group work and specifically group counseling. It is designed to provide future counselors with opportunities to explore basic theoretical and practical concepts regarding the group counseling process, specifically, the behavioral dynamics of groups; the role, essential skills, techniques and methods of group leadership, as well as the historical and theoretical foundations of group work in community mental health and school settings. The theories of group counseling, germane ethical codes, and legal implications for group workers, as well as the multicultural and other essential preparation standards for effective group workers will be reviewed. Students? application of group leadership/facilitation will be evaluated through the use of a skills-based assessment (e.g., recording, simulated demonstration, etc.)