MFT MFT Group Therapy and Psychoeducation 2

Question 1

An MFT running a closed group for divorcing parents observes that members have begun to share feedback and work collaboratively without much therapist direction. This describes which stage of Tuckman's model?

Accepted Answer

Performing

Answer

The Performing stage is when the group functions as a cohesive, productive unit, with members working autonomously toward shared goals.

Question 2

Which ethical issue is of GREATEST concern unique to group therapy compared to individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality limits due to multiple members

Answer

In group therapy, confidentiality cannot be fully guaranteed because the therapist cannot control what other group members share outside the group.

Question 3

A therapist uses 'here-and-now' focus in a therapy group primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Use the live interactions between members as therapeutic material

Answer

The here-and-now focus leverages the immediate interpersonal dynamics occurring in the group room as the primary vehicle for therapeutic change.

Question 4

When screening potential members for a therapy group, an MFT should PRIMARILY consider:

Accepted Answer

Whether the client's goals and functioning level are appropriate for the group

Answer

Screening ensures that each member's needs, goals, and functioning level are a good fit for the group's focus and composition to protect all members' wellbeing.

Question 5

In a psychoeducational parenting group, a facilitator teaches the difference between authoritative and authoritarian parenting styles. Which parenting style is associated with the BEST child outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Authoritative

Answer

Authoritative parenting, which combines warmth and clear boundaries with age-appropriate autonomy, is consistently linked to the best developmental outcomes for children.

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MFT MFT Group Therapy and Psychoeducation 2