Stages of Group Development
This is the stage that involves getting to know one another and seeking guidance from the leader/facilitator
Forming
"Pass"
Silent Observer
This teamwork principle involves contributions from group members
Participation
Before planning activities, selecting topics, or arranging seating, facilitators should first identify this fundamental element of the group (hint: its a word you might hear lots of if you've been watching FIFA)
Goal
This ethical principle requires facilitators to explain the purpose of the group, potential risks, benefits, expectations, and limitations before participation begins.
Informed consent
Members disagreeing about the direction of a group and taking sides would be in this stage of group development.
Storming
"Why should I?"
Challenger
Acknowledging, discussing, and processing the events of the session.
Debrief
DAILY TRIPLE
These three practical considerations can significantly influence participation and attendance, even when a group is well-designed.
Time
Location
Frequency
Unlike individual counselling, facilitators can encourage this ethical practice but cannot fully guarantee it because group members ultimately control their own behaviour.
Confidentiality
DAILY DOUBLE
In the episode of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" that we watched, these 2 stages were never clearly reached by the members of the gang.
Norming
Performing
"This one time, at band camp..."
Storyteller
Icebreaker
When planning a group, facilitators should consider factors such as age, culture, readiness, personality, and presenting concerns to determine this.
Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria
A facilitator notices that one member's cultural background, communication style, and values differ significantly from the majority of the group. Ethically, the facilitator should focus on promoting this.
Cultural Competence
Its not the type of stage you sing or act on, but it is the stage where "the show runs smoothly" and everything works as it should.
Performing
When another participant hesitates to answer:
"I'll answer for them."
Over-Helper
This should be addressed at the start of the first session to ensure there is no confusion about expectations, especially when it comes to safety and privacy.
Ground rules
A facilitator develops confidentiality guidelines, participation expectations, attendance policies, and procedures for respectful communication before the first meeting. Collectively, these are known as this.
Explicit Group Norms
A facilitator realizes that one member is sharing highly personal information while emotionally overwhelmed and may not fully understand the consequences of doing so. Before allowing the discussion to continue unchecked, the facilitator should consider this ethical responsibility.
Preventing Harm
A facilitator notices that members are challenging each other's ideas, expressing frustration about roles, and competing for influence. According to this model, the group is most likely in this stage.
Storming
Whispers: "This instructor is so cute"
Side-Conversation Starter
A co-facilitation team experiences a disagreement during a group session. Rather than contradicting each other publicly, they acknowledge both perspectives and work collaboratively toward a solution. What a great way to demonstrate this skill!
Effective collaboration
A facilitator is planning a support group and must consider recruitment methods, screening procedures, group purpose, member fit, physical environment, accessibility, confidentiality, risk management, cultural considerations, session structure, evaluation methods, and termination planning. These are all components of this broader process.
Program Development
During a group session, a member reveals they are experiencing thoughts of suicide and may be at immediate risk of harm. Although confidentiality is important, ethical practice may require the facilitator to take action because of this principle.
Duty to protect/duty of care/duty to report