NCMHCE - National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination Group Counseling Theories 3

Question 1

In Corey's model of group leadership, which function is MOST important during the transition stage of a group?

Accepted Answer

Managing resistance and anxiety

Answer

The transition stage is characterized by anxiety, resistance, and defensiveness, making the management of these phenomena the leader's primary function.

Question 2

Which group therapy concept describes the phenomenon where a group develops an implicit agreement to avoid painful topics?

Accepted Answer

Collusive avoidance

Answer

Collusive avoidance occurs when group members implicitly agree to stay on safe topics and avoid material that might create discomfort or conflict.

Question 3

According to group systems theory, when one member leaves the group unexpectedly, the MOST likely immediate group response is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Temporary regression to an earlier developmental stage

Answer

Group systems theory predicts that the loss of a member disrupts the group system, causing temporary regression as the group renegotiates its equilibrium.

Question 4

Which therapeutic factor is UNIQUELY available in group therapy that cannot be replicated in individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal learning through group interaction

Answer

Interpersonal learning through direct interaction with multiple group members in real-time is uniquely available in the group modality.

Question 5

A group leader who primarily focuses on group-as-a-whole dynamics rather than individual members is MOST likely working from which theoretical orientation?

Accepted Answer

Tavistock/psychodynamic group approach

Answer

The Tavistock approach, rooted in Bion's group theory, focuses primarily on group-as-a-whole dynamics and unconscious group processes rather than individual members.

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NCMHCE - National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination Group Counseling Theories 3