Theory of Group Psychotherapy

Canel Çınarbaş D.

  • Dersin Düzeyi: Yüksek Lisans
  • Tasarlanan Ders Kodu: PSY 564
  • Öğretim Türü: Örgün Öğretim (Normal Öğretim)
  • Dersin Kapsamı: Teorik
  • Akademik Yıl: 2014 - 2015
  • Ders İçeriği:

    MIDDLE EAST TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

    Department of Psychology

    PSY 564

    Theory of Group Psychotherapy

    Fall 2018-19 (Wednesdays 11:40 – 14:30; B-102)

     

    Instructor: Deniz Canel Çınarbaş, Ph.D.

    Office: Social Sciences Building, B-124

    Phone: (312) 210-3138

    E-mail: dcanel@metu.edu.tr

    Office Hours: By appointment

     

    Overview:

     

    This course is designed to develop an understanding of group theory and process and to acquire skills needed in leading a therapy group. The main goals of the course are to establish a theoretical understanding of group process and to develop group facilitation skills. This course will include specific attention to principles of group dynamics including group formation and establishing roles and behaviors, leadership styles and characteristics, theories of group therapy, therapeutic factors of group work, evidence-based practice in group therapy, and cultural considerations when working with group clients.

     

    Course Objectives:

     

    1)      To develop an understanding of group process.

    2)      To develop an understanding of group theories and research.

    3)      To become familiar with basic skills needed to lead a group.

    4)      To gain confidence and expertise in one’s ability to apply these group skills to a variety of group situations.

    5)      To adapt and to integrate the skills and theory learned in this course into each individual’s personal style.

    6)      To be aware of ethical issues in group work.

    7)      To be aware of cultural issues in group work.

     

    Course Requirements:

     

    Students in this course are expected to attend class and be active participants of class activities and discussions. It is essential that you put ides to work and discuss them whenever you can in order to have a better understanding of the topics covered. The classroom is the best place to do this. Class hours can be more lively, informative and interesting for me and for all of you if we all contribute. If you become confused, or think I am expecting you to understand a concept that I haven’t fully explained, PLEASE STOP ME AND ASKE ME TO EXPLAIN! If you don’t feel comfortable asking during class, request an appointment for office hours.

     

    The emotional safety of all students is paramount. Unprofessional, unethical, or disruptive student behaviors that interfere with development and maintenance of emotional safety are not acceptable. For instance, discrimination based on ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability; intolerance of individual and cultural differences; insensitivity to others’ feelings and needs are not acceptable. If these should happen, the instructor will approach and problem-solve with the concerned individual or group in what ideally becomes a learning opportunity for increased self-reflexivity, awareness and growth.

     

    In addition, grading is based on the following requirements.

     

    1)      Midterm (30%): The midterm will cover weeks 1 through 7.

     

    2)      Final (30%): The final will cover weeks 9 through 14.

     

    3)      Planning a Group (40%): Students will develop a group program that reflects an understanding of how to plan and to deliver a group in a prospective work setting. This written program will contain an explanation of the student’s theoretical approach to group work and related research findings. The students will also discuss the targeted population, setting, the presenting issues, ethical and cultural issues, and a plan for each session. More detail about this requirement will be provided during the course.   

                                                                                                                                              

    Equality and Respect

     

    The instructor is committed to providing an environment of equality and respect for all people within the university community. All members of this community are considered partners in developing teaching and learning contexts that are welcoming to all. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to use inclusive language to create a classroom atmosphere in which students’ experiences and views are treated with equal respect and value in relation to their gender, ethnic and cultural background, and sexual orientation.

     

    Specialized Support and Disability Services

     

    Students who require accommodations in this course due to a disability affecting mobility, vision, hearing, learning, or mental or physical health are advised to discuss their needs with the instructor.

     

    Required Book

     

    Yalom, I. D. & Leszcz, M. (2005). The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy (5th ed.). New York: Basic Books.

     

    Books That You May Find Helpful

     

    Corey, G. (2015). Theory and Practice of Group Counseling (9th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning.

    Corey, M. S., Corey, G., & C. Corey (2013). Groups: Process and Practice (9th ed.). CA: Brooks Cole.

    Donigian, J. & Hulse-Killacky, D. (1999). Critical Incidents in Group Therapy (2nd ed.). CA: Wadsworth Publishing.  

    Gladding, S. T. (2011). Groups: A Counseling Specialty (6th ed.). New Jersey: Pearson Education.

    Posthuma, B. W. (2002). Small Groups in Counseling and Therapy (4th ed.). Boston: Allyn Bacon.

    Yalom, I. D. (2005). The Schopenhauer Cure. NY: Harper Collins.

     

    Journals That You May Find Helpful

     

    International Journal of Group Psychotherapy

    Small Group Behavior

    Journal for Specialists in Group Work

    Journal of Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

    Social Work with Groups

    Group

    Group Analysis

    Group Dynamics: Theory, Research, and Practice

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    COURSE SCHEDULE

     

    Week

    Date

    Topics and Due Dates

    1

    Oct 3

     

    Introduction to group psychotherapy and overview of the course.

    2

    Oct 10

      Ethical and legal issues in group psychotherapy.

    • Association for Specialists in Group Work. (2008). Best practice guidelines. Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 33, 111-117.

    3

    Oct 17

     Diversity issues in group psychotherapy.

    • Association for Specialists in Group Work. (1999). Association for Specialists in Group Work principles for diversity-competent group workers. Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 24, 7-14.
    • Conyne, R. K. (1998). What to look for in groups: Helping trainees become more sensitive to multicultural issues. Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 23, 22-32.
    • Wilbur, M. (1999). Finding balance in the winds. Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 24, 342-353.

    4

    Oct 24

    The therapeutic factors.

    • Yalom chapters 1, 2.

    5

    Oct 31

     The therapeutic factors continued.

    • Yalom chapters 3, 4.

    6

    Nov 7

     

     Forming a Group.

    • Yalom chapters 8, 9, 10.
    • “What is Group Therapy” handout.
    • “Great Ideas on How to Talk to Clients About Group” handout.  

    7

    Nov 14

     Initial stage of a group.

    ·         Yalom chapters 5, 11.

    ·         “Ideas on What to Say and When” handout.

    8

    Nov 21

    Midterm

    9

    Nov 28

    Working in the here and now.

    • Yalom chapter 6.
    • “Warmups and Introductions” handout.
    • “Process Observation” handout.  

    10

    Dec 5

     Transition stage of a group.

    ·         Yalom chapter 13.

    11

    Dec 12

     

    Working stage and transference issues in group psychotherapy.

    ·         Yalom chapter 7.

    12

    Dec 19

    Final stage of a group.

    • Yalom chapter 12

    13

    Dec 26

     Specialized Therapy Groups.

    • Yalom chapter 15

    14

    Jan 2

    Integration and wrap up.

    • “PLANNING A GROUP” PAPER DUE

    Finals

    7-19 Jan

    Final