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Publication Date: 2014
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An Exploration of Group and Member Development in Experiential Groups
Ohrt, Jonathan H.; Prochenko, Yulia; Stulmaker, Hayley; Huffman, David; Fernando, Delini; Swan, Karrie
Journal for Specialists in Group Work, v39 n3 p212-235 2014
In this phenomenological study, we explored 52 group members' development in experiential groups. Specifically, participants completed 10 weekly journal reflections about their experiences as members and also reflected on the group's overall development. Four overall themes--exploration, transition, working, closure--as well as multiple subthemes emerged. We discuss findings, implications for group counselors and educators, and directions for future research.
Descriptors: Group Counseling, Counselor Training, Experiential Learning, Student Experience, Phenomenology, Student Journals, Reflection, Group Dynamics, Graduate Students, Qualitative Research
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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