For Ann Harris

[Unit and Assignment Title]

[Learner Name]

[COURSE NUMBER – NAME]

[Date]

[Instructor Name]

Start writing your introduction here (1–2 paragraphs). An effective introduction prepares the reader by identifying the purpose of the paper and providing the organization of the paper. Please double-space and remember to indent all paragraphs throughout your paper. Aim to keep your writing objective using third person. Unless citing a classic work, tap research articles and texts published within the past 5 years. Please use headings throughout your paper that are consistent with the paper’s scoring guide that way you ensure you are adequately addressing all required areas.

When you finish writing your paper, re-read it to check for errors and make sure your ideas flow well. A helpful tip is to read your paper aloud to yourself. If it does not sound right to your ear – it is not working on paper! Please submit your papers to Turnitin (link in the course homepage) to check for plagiarism and increase the originality in your writing. Also, remember as a Capella learner you have FREE access through Campus to personal tutoring services with smarthinking.com.

Group Goal and Objectives

As noted in the assignment instructions, you need to provide a general statement of the desired outcome for group members or group goal. Then, list three to five measurable group objectives that naturally flow from the primary group goal. Include some session activities to effectively evaluate group progress. A more complete plan for the specific group sessions will be included in your final proposal in u09a1. The Distinguished criterion is, “Identifies measurable group objectives appropriate to a specific therapy group with an identified population, describes the anticipated outcomes of meeting these objectives, and explains why these outcomes are desirable”. This information can be covered effectively in a solid page. Use support from the literature as needed.

Group Format

As described in the assignment instructions, discuss appropriate steps to recruit, screen, and select group members. Describe important concepts to consider in the group formation or planning stage, including composition and size, frequency and duration, and open or closed membership. You may need to review and cite your text to clarify the concepts. The Distinguished criterion is, “Explains group format components and implications for initial group development and confirms choices with support from the literature”. This section should be a solid page with support from the literature.

Group Leadership and Counseling Theory

The assignment instructions prompt you to identify your therapeutic and leadership style. The theory should be a major counseling theory such as cognitive behavior therapy or narrative therapy. The group leadership style should include whether the group be led by a single leader or co-leaders? While the instructions ask if you plan to apply an integrative approach and techniques, be mindful that integrating more than two theories will be challenging to support. The Distinguished criterion is, “Skillfully integrates theoretical orientation and group leadership and facilitation styles into the group structure and development processes and supports choices with recent academic research”. This section should be two or three paragraphs with support from more than one peer-reviewed article located in the Capella University Library. Use the resource “How Do I Find Peer Reviewed Articles” included with the assignment instructions. While textbooks may provide a decent overview of a theory, it is not specific enough to guide how the theory guides group leadership. This section should be over a page in length with support from the literature. Note- This section will be revised as needed for the second section of u09a1.

Group Leadership Styles

In u03a1 you compared different approaches to group leadership. Your understanding of your own group leadership style has further developed with the activities in Units 4 through 6. Consider what is important regarding group leadership style specifically for the proposed group. Is the group likely to be diverse and require flexibility? Is the topic likely to provoke resistance or conflict? The group leader’s style may impact the success of the group. The Distinguished criterion is, “Describes group leadership styles appropriate to a specific therapy group with an identified population with strong support from professional literature”. This section should be two or three paragraphs with support from more than one peer-reviewed article located in the Capella University Library. Use the resource “How do I Find Peer Reviewed Articles” included with the assignment instructions. Articles may not specifically address whether a flexible or more structured approach is definitely better so look for more indirect indications that support how the leader’s style impacts the group.

Conclusion

Please provide a conclusion that summarizes the main ideas of your paper.

References

Berg, R. C., Landreth, G. L. & Fall, K. A. (2018). Group counseling: Concepts and procedures (6th ed.). New York, NY: Routledge. ISBN: 9781138068605

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