Ethics In Group Counseling Paper

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Ethics in Group Counseling Lakita Moore Liberty University Abstract This paper will explore the many different but challenging issues that arise during group counseling sessions. As a counselor and group leader there are many ethical standards a counselor should abide by while working with groups. Forming a group has several different stages and levels. The initial stage starts with forming the group, to the working stage of the group known as storming, norming, synergy and closure. This paper will also highlight different strategies that a group counselor should implement in the event conflict arises within the group. Confidentiality is also very important while working with members. All members of the group should be informed and agree…show more content…
Members meet together with either one or more therapist at a time. Normally a group will cover one specific topic at a time. Members join for the same reason, which is, to accomplish a goal and develop personal growth Jacobs et al, (2012). According to Cantwell & Andrew (2002), group counseling sessions are more successful than individual sessions. Some positive aspects of group counseling consist of improved social skills within the group. This primarily happens due to members developing a sense of trust where they can discuss and share their thoughts and…show more content…
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