WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION IN GROUP?

Your commitment to regular attendance and active participation is essential - both for the development of cohesion and trust within the group as a whole and for your own individual benefit.

* If you must miss a meeting, please let one of the group leaders know in advance.

* The work of the group needs to be done in the group during group time. Therefore, we ask that you not socialize with other members of your group during the time when you are a member of that group.

* The group sessions are confidential. You, other members, and the group leaders are bound ethically not to disclose the contents of the group sessions.

* If you decide that you have gained as much as possible from the group or that you cannot continue for some reason, we ask that you come to the group for a final session in order to provide closure for yourself and other group members.

In summary, joining and committing to group therapy can be an exceptional resource for your growth. Group provides personal and interpersonal challenges but can also be fun and full of laughter. The knowledge and positive support gained through a group experience can provide the means for a substantially enriched university life.