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A Preliminary Qualitative Investigation of Group Processes in Group Supervision: Perspectives of Master's Level Practicum Students
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2003
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Counselor Training ProgramsEducationGroup SupervisionMentoringManagementGroup ProcessesGroup InteractionPreliminary Qualitative InvestigationNursingGroup CommunicationCounselor SupervisionPerformance StudiesCounselor Education PedagogyGroup DynamicSupervision SystemCounselor EducationProfessional DevelopmentGroup CounselingGroup Supervision Literature
Despite its wide use, group supervision remains a poorly understood component of counselor training programs. Using qualitative methods, this preliminary study attempted to add to the group supervision literature and develop hypotheses for further study. Four counselors in training enrolled in a practicum participated in the study. Participants were asked questions regarding their experiences in group supervision and provided examples of helpful and nonhelpful interactions that occurred. Eight themes emerged in the data relative to the importance of group processes. These themes are outlined, their implications for group supervision are discussed, and research questions for future study are suggested.