This process allows members to share their mutual concerns, goals and develop trust
Group members who are in this stage of change may acknowledge that there is a problem but they may not yet be ready or sure to make a change.
Mandated or involuntary group members are often in this stage of change.
These goals focus on the specific concerns of each group member.
This discussion occurs when the SW reassures group members that the group is a safe haven, a place where they can discuss emotionally charged issues in confidence. It is also important for the SW to discuss the limits of this.
These goals focus on the problems, concerns and tasks of all group members.
One activity SWs can use to do this is to have members list the positive and negative aspects of achieving their goals.
These goals focus on the functioning of the group.
During this group objective the SW begins to point out shared interests and common goals. Differences and conflicts may arise and should be acknowledged.
These documents are mutual agreements that specify expectations, obligations and duties.
Introducing New Members
Contemplation.
Helping Members Feel a Part of the Group
Contracts
Uncover ambivalence
Individual goals
Discussion on Confidentiality and the Limits
Group-centered goals
Common group goals
Pre-contemplation
