Group Counseling Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the focus of a psychoeducational group?
Teaching skills or information (e.g., coping, parenting)
What is the focus of a counseling group?
Personal growth and emotional support
What is the focus of a psychotherapy group?
Treatment of serious psychological issues
What is the focus of a task group?
Completing a specific task or project
What is a support group?
Peer-led group offering shared experience and emotional support
What are the stages of group development?
Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning
What happens in the ‘Storming’ or ‘Transition’ stage?
Conflict, resistance, testing boundaries
What happens in the ‘Working’ stage?
Cohesion, trust, productive group work
What happens in the ‘Termination’ stage?
Closure, reflection, preparation for ending
What is the role of an encourager in a group?
Supports morale and affirms others
What is the role of a dominator in a group?
Controls discussion and limits others’ contributions
What is the role of a blocker in a group?
Rejects ideas and hinders group progress
What is authoritarian leadership?
Directive and structured; leader-centered
What is democratic leadership?
Encourages member participation and shared decisions
What is laissez-faire leadership?
Minimal structure or guidance from leader
What is universality in group counseling?
Realizing others share similar struggles
What is altruism in group counseling?
Helping others boosts one’s own self-esteem
What is catharsis in group counseling?
Emotional release through expression
What is interpersonal learning?
Gaining insight through relationships in the group
What is group cohesion?
The emotional bonding that strengthens therapeutic effect
What is a ‘round’ in group counseling?
Each member shares briefly in turn
What is a ‘dyad’?
Two members working together, often privately
What is ‘here-and-now’ processing?
Focusing on current group dynamics and interactions
Why is informed consent important in group work?
Ensures clients understand structure, risks, and rules
