LMHC Group Counseling Theories 2

Question 1

In Yalom's therapeutic factors, 'universality' refers to which group phenomenon?

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Members learning they are not alone in their struggles

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The group applying universal moral principles

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The therapist treating all members equally

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Using universal language accessible to all members

Question 2

A group leader using Gestalt theory would most likely encourage a member to:

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Stay in the present moment and experience feelings fully

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Analyze childhood attachments systematically

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Challenge irrational beliefs through Socratic dialogue

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Practice new behaviors through role rehearsal

Question 3

Which stage of Tuckman's group development model is characterized by conflict and power struggles among members?

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Storming

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Forming

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Norming

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Performing

Question 4

A psychodrama group leader who plays a supporting role in a member's enacted scene is functioning as the:

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary ego

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Protagonist

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Director

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Sociometrist

Question 5

In Adlerian group therapy, the concept of 'social interest' (Gemeinschaftsgefühl) emphasizes:

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A sense of belonging and contribution to the community

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Conforming to social norms to avoid rejection

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Social learning through observation of others

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Competitive striving for social superiority

Question 6

Which theoretical approach would a group leader use if they focus on members' 'automatic thoughts' that emerge during group interactions?

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Cognitive-behavioral group therapy

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Existential group therapy

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Psychoanalytic group therapy

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Gestalt group therapy

Question 7

A group leader notices members consistently avoid confronting one another and instead agree superficially. This pattern most likely reflects which group concept?

Accepted Answer

Groupthink

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Cohesion

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Altruism

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Scapegoating