Posted by Dinah on August 6, 2002, at 9:26:26
In reply to Re: participant roles in group therapy??? » Dinah, posted by Medusa on August 6, 2002, at 1:09:02
Well, Medusa, based on your descriptions of group I think it's something I should avoid. The books never show it realistically I suppose. :)
I guess I'm the wrong person to ask, because to me you seem to be playing the sensible role. (grin) In other words, I'd probably play the same role. No wait, I probably wouldn't confront the needy memebers, I'd just look down at my nails and drop out at the earliest opportunity. In fact I'd probably drop out of all the scenarios because I would expect it to be the group leader's job to manage the group. After all I would be paying to go.
Have you ever thought of studying to become a therapist or at least a group facilitator? Sounds like the role you're best suited for is a leadership role.
But then, I really know nothing about groups. I hope Mark H. chimes in. Or Jay. Maybe you could direct your question to one of them. They have a lot of wisdom in the group area.
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