MC Master of Counseling: Group Therapy Principles 4

Question 1

The therapeutic factor of 'altruism' in Yalom's model refers to:

Accepted Answer

Members gaining self-esteem by helping other members

Answer

Altruism occurs when members discover their own value by offering support, insight, or help to other group members.

Question 2

In a group using the empty chair technique, the leader is most likely drawing from which theoretical orientation?

Accepted Answer

Gestalt therapy

Answer

The empty chair is a signature Gestalt technique used to facilitate unfinished business and dialogue with absent others or parts of self.

Question 3

Which leadership style is most associated with the highest levels of group cohesion and member satisfaction?

Accepted Answer

Democratic

Answer

Democratic leadership balances structure with member autonomy, fostering both safety and active participation.

Question 4

During the termination stage of a therapy group, it is therapeutically important for the leader to:

Accepted Answer

Help members process feelings about loss and consolidate gains

Answer

Termination provides a corrective emotional experience with loss and an opportunity to solidify skills learned in group.

Question 5

A member uses intellectualization to avoid emotional engagement in group. The most effective leader response is to:

Accepted Answer

Point out the behavior and invite the member to connect with underlying feelings

Answer

Gently naming intellectualization and inviting emotional access addresses the resistance while maintaining therapeutic alliance.

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