Process Group Reflection Paper

Starting this semester, I was feeling excited to know how counseling groups work and what kind of groups there are in diverse fields. Also, I was enthusiastic to be in a process group with my classmates that I spent the last semester with. Last time I had process group, was with students from different cohorts that I did not have any connection. This semester, being in a process group with classmates of my same clinical group was a great and unique experience. At the beginning of this class, I felt that it would be hard for me to express myself and find my voice during the process group. I have always been a shy and reserved person when it comes to talk about my experiences and feelings with new people that I do not trust. It was hard to start sharing everything with the group, but I was proud of myself when I found my voice and start trusting my classmates during this process. Last semester I was feeling sad seeing I was not connecting with any of my classmates and even felt lonely at school. I was going to my classes and then going back to my house without having many conversations with any of my classmates. It was a surprise for me that this semester was …show more content…
I feel that it is hard for me because I try to respect others and listen to what they are feeling or just sharing. I always put others before me and that this is the reason for not interrupting. Now, I know that it is a satisfying action listening to people, but it is also important to share what I am feeling or thinking. This semester I started to find my confidence while sharing what I have in mind. I will keep thinking of others, but I will try not to forget about myself and share even if I need to interrupt someone. I know that in a session I will have to interrupt my client to reflect and help them better, but I need to start now practicing that in my life and in