Group Session Reflection

For our third group session, personal growth was the focus of our group session. We started our group sessions with reviewing our group norms that were placed at the front of the class. The group process consists of five stages which are pregroup stage, initial stage, transition stage, working stage, and final stage. (Corey, Corey & Corey, 2014). Our third group session was in the working stage. According to Corey et al., during the working stage, the group focuses on making behavioral changes. (Corey et al., 2014). Corey et al. states that the working stage is characterized by a deeper level of exploration, which builds on the significant work done in the initial and transition stages (2014). Also, the transition stage and working stages merge with one another. (Corey et al., 2014) At …show more content…
I’m more aware of my internal strengths and learned that anything can be accomplished if it’s planned out well. I can achieve any goal through faith and preparation. As a professional school counselor, when conducting a group session, I will strive to be an effective group leader by actively listening to my students, engaging in the conversation, exemplifying a calm demeanor, while managing the flow of the session. I will also incorporate creative ice breakers, such as the super hero activity, to help create a positive mode for the group session as well as appropriate for the age group that I will be administering. I will also make sure I’m relatable during my group sessions. I would also adhere to the ASCA National Model standards by providing individual counseling, group counseling, and classroom instruction that ensures the equitable access to recourses promoting academic achievement, career development, and personal/social development for every student (ASCA, 2012) I will strive to advocate for my students and become a positive influence in their