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A Multipoint Qualitative Analysis of Group Training: Counseling Student Perspectives and Self-Effifficacy.

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Title: A Multipoint Qualitative Analysis of Group Training: Counseling Student Perspectives and Self-Effifficacy.
Authors: Thompson, Heather1 ehthompson@wcu.edu, Frick, Melodie1 mhfrick@email.wcu.edu, Curtis, Russ1 curtis@email.wcu.edu
Source: Journal of Counselor Preparation & Supervision. 2020, Vol. 13 Issue 3, p1-34. 34p.
Subject Terms: *Group counseling, *Student attitudes, *Educational counseling, *Counseling, *Education of counselors, *Observational learning
Abstract: In this qualitative study, we explored 26 master's level counseling students' perceptions of their selfefficacy and group leadership development across three scaffolded group counseling experiences: (a) a first-semester membership in a counseling group led by a licensed counselor; (b) a third-semester membership, co-facilitation, and observation in a peer-led counseling group; and (c) a third semester cofacilitation of a counseling service group in a school or agency while participating in group supervision. Results revealed increased tolerance for ambiguity, appreciation for self-disclosure, an understanding of unique group facilitation skills, enhanced self-efficacy, and appreciation for observational learning coupled with supportive and constructive feedback. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:In this qualitative study, we explored 26 master's level counseling students' perceptions of their selfefficacy and group leadership development across three scaffolded group counseling experiences: (a) a first-semester membership in a counseling group led by a licensed counselor; (b) a third-semester membership, co-facilitation, and observation in a peer-led counseling group; and (c) a third semester cofacilitation of a counseling service group in a school or agency while participating in group supervision. Results revealed increased tolerance for ambiguity, appreciation for self-disclosure, an understanding of unique group facilitation skills, enhanced self-efficacy, and appreciation for observational learning coupled with supportive and constructive feedback. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:21643288
DOI:10.7729/42.1367