Example Group Notes

Group Members Present: Alex, Braden, Casey,
Devin, Evan

Group Members Absent: None

• Overview of Session: The goals were to continue building group cohesion and trust. Members shared personal struggles and gave each other feedback. The therapist facilitated activities focused on identifying core beliefs and self-acceptance. Overall, members displayed vulnerability and support. The group is transitioning into the working stage.
• Statement of Medical Necessity: Group therapy fosters interpersonal learning, catharsis, and universality. According to Yalom's model, the therapeutic factors address isolation, faulty thinking patterns, and shame. Continued group participation can enhance self-esteem, communication skills, and healthy relating.
• Risk Assessment: No safety concerns noted. Will continue monitoring risk factors.
• Crisis Intervention: Not needed.
• Group Dynamics and Factors: Moderate participation and self-disclosure. Cohesion is developing through empathy and universality. Minor conflict arose during the belief identification activity. Catharsis was observed as members expressed emotions.
• Clinical Observations: Members are opening up more and relating on a deeper level. Group is transitioning into working stage. Therapist reinforced self-acceptance and modeled unconditional positive regard.
• Treatment Plan: Next session will utilize art therapy for self-expression. Also assign values clarification exercise to increase self-awareness.