Group psychotherapy is a form of psychotherapy. In a specially created group under the guidance of a psychotherapist, solutions to psychological problems and other requests of its participants are achieved. The therapeutic effect is achieved through the interaction of people in the group and with their therapist. Psychotherapeutic groups are created both for the purposes of correcting human mental disorders, and for the purposes of self-knowledge and self-development. The main benefit of group therapy is the ability to simulate and real, safe manifestation of various situations in a small team. The main difference between group work and individual interaction with a psychologist is the strengthening of therapeutic effect due to the influence of each participant on each other and the entire group as a whole. The energy-information field of the group works. Therefore, one of the most important tasks is the correct selection of participants at the stage of group formation. Goals of group therapy. The main goals of group therapy include: identification and analysis of the problems and requests of each participant, correction of negative patterns of thinking and behavior, improvement and harmonization of the psycho-emotional state, development of new effective methods of communication and adaptation in society, revealing the personal potential of each participant. It is worth saying that the effectiveness of a therapeutic group largely depends on the personality and professional skills of its leader. Properly structured group work should create a safe space in which several people can feel safe, relaxed and open to effective communication and interaction with classmates and the therapist. And compliance with safety precautions should prevent injury to group members. Let’s summarize. Group work in psychotherapeutic groups is an excellent tool for self-development and solving human problems, if there is a professional leader, correct selection of group members and compliance with psychological safety techniques. Would you like to become a member of the group , in which I will be the leader? What topics for group study are you interested in? I wish everyone to find their own group for self-knowledge and solving psychological and life issues! With care and support, your psychologist and mentor Svetlana Averina Do you need psychological help and support? Sign up for a consultation: https://www.b17.ru/averina_s/#consultationRegistration by phone/WhatsApp +79173630605