Group Dynamics and Counseling

Catalog description

Applying the various theoretical models to group counseling and analyzing group dynamics in a therapeutic setting is important for the professional counselor. Students would extensively study the basic elements of the group process, deal with ethical and professional issues special to group work, and determine how to apply key concepts and approaches to group counseling. Students would participate in an applied lab activity to experience the group process, acquire skills in group psychotherapy methods, and demonstrate effective counseling group facilitation. Methods for receiving referrals, adapting groups to various settings, assessing appropriate membership, and preparing participants for receiving appropriate benefits from the group process are presented.