An Apprentice Model for Training Group Leaders: Revitalizing Group Treatment
- 1 February 1980
- journal article
- innovations and-ideas
- Published by Taylor & Francis in The Journal for Specialists in Group Work
- Vol. 5 (1) , 29-35
- https://doi.org/10.1080/15496295.1980.11728594
Abstract
The use of group therapy as a treatment modality has varied, enjoying both positive and negative evaluations regarding its efficacy. One consistent criticism of and contributing factor to the demise of the group involvement is poor leader preparation. The apprenticeship model provides an alternative to an experience based training model. Successful group leadership demands an integration of theory, experience, and personal awareness. The development of these skills should be graduated, allowing the leader to assume responsibility commensurate with level of training. Implementation of this model has had favorable effects on group therapy leaders, clients, and agency morale.Keywords
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