Most Significant Things I Learned About Group Counseling
Most significant things you learned about group counseling in this course One of the most significant things I have learned about group counseling is that;
• The client is not alone in their struggle and there are others with similar problems too.
• Group counseling can help someone who has shut everyone out their life; after listening to the challenges that other group members have endured.
• Group counseling is not for everyone but in the end each person who gives it a try will realize that the benefits outweigh the fear.
• Group counseling challenges the counselor to deal with people outside their comfort zone which promote growth (Corey, 2016).
Most significant things you learned about yourself as a potential group leader …show more content…
The following are the skills that I need to improve before I began counseling: Sincerity and Authenticity: According to Maslow Hierarchy of needs, one of the things that people need are belongingness and love needs. As a counselor, it is imperative to possess a sense of sincerity and authenticity. It means that as a counselor I care uniquely about the needs and concerns of my clients without any judgment. Being sincere with a client, in the long run, helps them to respect both themselves and their therapists (Corey, 2016), (McLeod, 2017).
The sense of identity: I have learned that a group counselor leader needs to know who they are no matter what before they begin practicing because it helps the clients understand that their therapist will not be easily manipulated. A client knowing their therapist knows who they are might also them want to emulate …show more content…
• I am devoted and committed to helping all those who are serious about changing their lifestyle.
• Furthermore, counseling is my passion and not just a job for me.
• On the other hand, I would encourage all my clients to realize that seeking help with a problem is a sign of strength and they should be proud even if the courts had to get involved. Such circumstance has open the door for them to take back control over their lives (Corey, 2016).
Which theoretical basis you are most drawn to and why
Reality theory is going to be my choice of therapy when dealing with combat veterans since it will assist me to help them to reshape their thoughts and ideas back into focus. Reality also help explains that all humans are born with five senses that are genetically encoded and drive their desires and needs in life.
• Survival-self-preservation
• Love and
• The client is not alone in their struggle and there are others with similar problems too.
• Group counseling can help someone who has shut everyone out their life; after listening to the challenges that other group members have endured.
• Group counseling is not for everyone but in the end each person who gives it a try will realize that the benefits outweigh the fear.
• Group counseling challenges the counselor to deal with people outside their comfort zone which promote growth (Corey, 2016).
Most significant things you learned about yourself as a potential group leader …show more content…
The following are the skills that I need to improve before I began counseling: Sincerity and Authenticity: According to Maslow Hierarchy of needs, one of the things that people need are belongingness and love needs. As a counselor, it is imperative to possess a sense of sincerity and authenticity. It means that as a counselor I care uniquely about the needs and concerns of my clients without any judgment. Being sincere with a client, in the long run, helps them to respect both themselves and their therapists (Corey, 2016), (McLeod, 2017).
The sense of identity: I have learned that a group counselor leader needs to know who they are no matter what before they begin practicing because it helps the clients understand that their therapist will not be easily manipulated. A client knowing their therapist knows who they are might also them want to emulate …show more content…
• I am devoted and committed to helping all those who are serious about changing their lifestyle.
• Furthermore, counseling is my passion and not just a job for me.
• On the other hand, I would encourage all my clients to realize that seeking help with a problem is a sign of strength and they should be proud even if the courts had to get involved. Such circumstance has open the door for them to take back control over their lives (Corey, 2016).
Which theoretical basis you are most drawn to and why
Reality theory is going to be my choice of therapy when dealing with combat veterans since it will assist me to help them to reshape their thoughts and ideas back into focus. Reality also help explains that all humans are born with five senses that are genetically encoded and drive their desires and needs in life.
• Survival-self-preservation
• Love and