Topic: sessions while in group counseling. participants do NOT want to be there, planning for issues of members in group who drink and drive 3rd session

Subject: Psychology

Due Date: Jun 26, 2013 23:59:59 Max Points: 70

Details:

1) In narrative form (1,000-1,500 words) present the first two group sessions.

a) Assume that one participant states that he/she “is uncomfortable being with

groups and really does not want to be here.” How would you as the group

leader address this?

2) Over the next 3-4 sessions, challenging issues arise. Choose 3 issues from the following list that are realistic to your group type and describe how you would handle these situations.

a) Sexual abuse

b) Homosexuality

c) Religious preferences

d) Abortion

e) Use of illegal drugs

f) Drinking and driving

3) Develop a plan for how you will start the transition of ending you group.

a) Assume that one participant must be referred to ongoing services. Describe

how you, as the counselor, will handle this referral for continued services.

Will you continue with individual services, refer to another therapist, or

refer to another group?

4) APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

5) This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

6) Submit Group Design Part 3 to the instructor by the end of Module 6