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Publication Date: 2005-Jun
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A Qualitative Exploration of Group Co-Leader Relationships
Okech, Jane E. Atieno; Kline, William B.
Journal for Specialists in Group Work, v30 n2 p173-190 Jun 2005
This article describes the process and outcome of a qualitative exploration of group co-leader relationships over a 16-week period. Results from this investigation generated theoretical conceptualizations regarding how co-leaders experience and perceive their relationships as they lead groups. The descriptions of these co-leaders illuminated the influences of complex reflective processes on co-leader reactions and interactions and on processes in which co-leaders engage to evaluate the quality of their relationships. Five themes emerged in the data relative to group co-leader relationship development. These themes are outlined, their implications for group leadership training and supervision are discussed, and research areas are suggested for future study.
Descriptors: Leadership Training, Counselor Training, Graduate Students, Group Dynamics, Interpersonal Relationship, Research Methodology, Interviews
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