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Group-Analytic Training Groups for Psychology Students: A Qualitative Study

University Clinic at the Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen

Stig Poulsen

Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen;University Clinic.

This article presents results from a interview study of psychology students’ experiences from group-analytic groups conducted at the University of Copenhagen. The primary foci are the significance of the differences in participants’ personal aims for participation in the group, the impact of the composition of participants on the group process, and the professional learning through the group experience. In general the interviews show a marked satisfaction with the group participation. In particular, learning about group boundaries and about being in the dual position of both helper and client is seen as important. However, the fact that all group members are fellow students is challenging to the participants.

Key Words: training groups • group-analytic training • psychology students • client experience • qualitative analysis

Group Analysis, Vol. 37, No. 2, 163-177 (2004)
DOI: 10.1177/0533316404042855


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