Group Counseling and Human Relationships

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce interpersonal counseling skills necessary in group counseling by exploring group dynamics and group procedures in various counseling settings. This course focuses on analysis of the group process by examining theories and research related to group counseling. Coursework emphasizes the development of effective techniques for conducting group sessions, discussions and interviews, helping clients adjust to change through a group counseling setting, and facilitating clients with self-exploration, self-understanding, and self-evaluation through the group process. The course provides counseling candidates an opportunity to observe and participate in the group counseling process.