Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Group Counseling Practicum PDR514 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 7.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Abdi GÜNGÖR
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Abdi GÜNGÖR (Bahar)
Goals The aim of this course is to introduce the basic principles and techniques of group counseling, group counseling theories and approaches, dynamics of group counseling, leadership styles and intervention methods in group counseling process. Within the scope of this course, it is aimed that students will participate in the group counseling process as a group leader and gain skills and supervision related to the process. It is also aimed that students will gain co-leadership and leadership experiences in managing the group process.
Course Content The content of this course consists of the theoretical knowledge and skills of students about group counseling, theories in group counseling and different group processes and carrying out the group process as a group leader with supervision.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Knows the process of group counseling
2 Understands the dynamics of group counseling process
3 Understands the therapeutic factors related to the group counseling process
4 Knows the types of group counseling types
5 Knows the basic principles and techniques of group counseling
6 Knows the stages of group counseling process
7 Gains insight into the process by participating in the group process
8 Gains experience in managing group counseling process
9 Understands the ethical principles of group counseling process
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction, course description and instructions Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week Nature and structure of the group Group types Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Group Dynamics Interaction groups Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Planning and creation of the group Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Leadership in group counseling Research, Other Activities, Interview
6. Week Beginning and transition stages in group counseling Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Action and termination stages in group counseling Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview
8. Week Midterm Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Activities in group counseling Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
10. Week Ethics in group counseling Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview
11. Week Difficult members in the group and how to deal with them Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
12. Week Theoretical approaches in group counseling Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
13. Week The healing properties of group counseling Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
14. Week General Evaluation Research, Other Activities
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Gaining in-depth knowledge of psychological counseling theories, models, and approaches.
2 Analyzing and critically interpreting and synthesizing the theoretical knowledge base in the field of psychological counseling and guidance.
4 Demonstrating commitment to ethical principles and legal requirements in psychological counseling.
5 Initiating, maintaining, and concluding individual and group counseling skills at a professional level.
12 Demonstrating leadership in the administration of counseling and guidance services and developing competencies in project management.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8 DK9
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 5 1 1 1 5 1 5 5 5
PY5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY12 5 5 5 5 3 5 3 3 5
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Demir, A. & Koydemir, S. (2016). Grupla psikolojik danışma (7. Baskı). Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
  • Yalom, I. D. (2012). Grup psikoterapisinin teori ve pratiği (2. Baskı).
  • Gladding, S. T. (2015). Groups: A counseling specialty (7. Ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson.
  • Forsyth, D. R. (2014). Group dynamics (6th ed.). Pacific Grove, CA: Wadsworth.
  • Chen, M. W., & Rybak, C. (2017). Group leadership skills: Interpersonal process in group counseling and therapy. Sage Publications.
  • Corey, G. (2015). Theory and practice of group counseling (9th Ed.). Cengage Learning.
  • Gans, J. S. (2021). Addressing Challenging Moments in Psychotherapy: Clinical Wisdom for Working with Individuals, Groups and Couples. Routledge.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 5 70
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Interview 8 1 8
Practice 8 6 48
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 4.5 4.5
Midterm 2 1 10 10
Homework 1 2 5 10
Total Workload 178.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 7.0