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Psych 105 Theory :

Discuss a theory of group counseling that best fits the way you believe groups work to facilitate change in the group members. Explain why your theory is preferable to you compared to other theories. You may add personal experiences from group sessions to support your arguments. The theory paper must be 4-5 pages in length (not including references), in APA style, and include at least five references. This paper may be written in first person

The theory I choose to write about is the “The Person-Centered” approach to groups

Person-Centered Therapy In Group Therapy: The Basic Encounter Group. Person-centered therapy is a humanistic approach which is based on how individuals perceive themselves while they are conscious and not on the counselor's interpretation of their unconscious thoughts or ideas.