Stages of Group Development
This is the first stage of group development where members experience anxiety and begin establishing trust.
What is the forming stage?
In the forming stage, the facilitator’s primary responsibility is to establish trust and clarify group goals.
What is setting ground rules and encouraging participation?
This term describes when a group unfairly targets or blames one member.
What is scapegoating?
This therapeutic factor helps members realize they are not alone in their struggles.
What is universality?
This is the fundamental ethical agreement that ensures members' privacy in group counseling.
What is confidentiality?
This stage involves conflict and power struggles as members assert their individuality.
What is the storming stage?
This is an effective strategy for managing a dominant group member.
What is using redirection and encouraging quieter members to participate?
This is the immediate action a facilitator should take if a confidentiality breach occurs.
What is addressing the breach and reinforcing confidentiality agreements?
This is the process of allowing emotional expression in a safe group environment
What is catharsis?
This document outlines member rights and expectations for participating in the group.
What is informed consent?
During this stage, cohesion develops, conflicts are reduced, and group norms are established.
What is the norming stage?
This approach can help develop group cohesion during early sessions.
What is promoting the sharing of personal experiences?
This approach can encourage a resistant participant to engage.
What is privately exploring their concerns and validating their feelings?
This factor involves group members gaining a deeper understanding of their behaviors and patterns.
What is insight?
This term refers to situations where the counselor has multiple roles with a client, which should be avoided.
What is a dual relationship?
In this stage, group members work collaboratively towards therapeutic goals.
What is the performing stage?
This is the facilitator's recommended action when a group member displays resistance.
What is exploring the resistance with curiosity and encouraging gradual engagement?
This technique helps resolve interpersonal conflict between group members
What is encouraging open communication and active listening?
This is how facilitators can help maintain motivation and positive expectations in group therapy.
What is installing hope?
This is the facilitator's responsibility if a group member expresses intent to harm themselves or others.
What is following mandated reporting procedures?
This is the final stage of group development where members prepare for closure and reflect on their progress.
What is the adjourning (termination) stage?
This action helps the facilitator maintain ethical boundaries in group counseling.
What is setting clear limits and maintaining professional relationships?
This strategy supports a group member who feels isolated or excluded.
What is acknowledging their feelings and promoting inclusivity?
This type of discussion helps members explore meaning and responsibility in their lives.
What is exploring existential concerns?
This practice ensures that diverse backgrounds and identities are respected and supported in the group.
What is promoting cultural competence?