PRAKTIK KONSELING KELOMPOK

Summary

The transcript covers a group counseling session where a counselor introduces the concept and goals of group counseling to participants. The session begins with a prayer, followed by the counselor explaining the importance of confidentiality, voluntariness, and openness. Participants then discuss personal issues, such as mood swings, eating habits, and lack of motivation. The group provides feedback and suggestions, encouraging self-care, time management, and finding ways to refresh mentally. The session concludes with reflections on the value of sharing experiences and a commitment to future sessions.

Takeaways

• 🙏 The session begins with greetings and expressions of gratitude for everyone's attendance.
• 📚 The purpose of the session is to conduct group counseling led by a counselor to help students address personal and academic issues.
• 🤝 Group counseling encourages openness, confidentiality, and voluntary participation from all participants.
• 💡 Each participant is invited to share their problems, and one issue is selected to be addressed as a group.
• 📈 Mood swings and changes in appetite are common issues discussed by participants, highlighting personal struggles with motivation and mood regulation.
• 🍽️ One participant, Hendri, shared his problem with eating, expressing that he often feels unmotivated to eat even when he is hungry.
• ⏰ Another participant mentioned challenges with time management and how missing deadlines negatively affects their mood.
• 🗣️ Participants engage in open discussions, offering advice and suggestions such as finding ways to improve mood through relaxation or creating a better environment.
• 🌟 The counselor and peers emphasize the importance of self-care, time management, and finding motivation through personal rewards.
• 🤲 The session concludes with participants reflecting on the advice received and agreeing to meet again for further group counseling.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the group counseling session?

The session focuses on helping students resolve personal and academic issues through group dynamics and interaction.

What are the key principles emphasized during the group counseling session?

The key principles are confidentiality, voluntariness, and openness. Participants are encouraged to maintain privacy, join willingly, and share openly.

How is confidentiality maintained during the counseling session?

Participants are asked to promise to keep the information shared within the group confidential and respect each other’s privacy.

What is the primary goal of group counseling according to the facilitator?

The primary goal is to help students resolve their problems, whether they are personal or academic, through collective discussion and support.

How does the facilitator encourage participation in the group?

The facilitator emphasizes the importance of openness, encourages everyone to share their problems, and assures them that the group will work together to find solutions.

What specific problem does the student named Basri share during the session?

Basri shares that he often experiences mood changes, particularly when it comes to eating and starting tasks. He does not understand why these mood swings occur.

How does the group respond to Basri’s issue with mood changes?

The group suggests that Basri might benefit from ‘refreshing’ or ‘healing,’ which involves taking time to relax, change his environment, or engage in enjoyable activities.

What other problems are discussed by the group members?

Other members share issues related to procrastination, time management, and the lack of motivation, particularly when they are running late or feel uninspired.

How does the facilitator help the group reach a solution for Basri’s problem?

The facilitator agrees with the group’s suggestions about taking time for self-care and adds that Basri should also focus on managing his time better to reduce stress and improve his mood.

What is the group’s plan for future counseling sessions?

The group agrees to hold future counseling sessions where other participants will share their problems, and they will collectively work towards solutions.