Individual psychotherapy consists of three phases. Which of the following statements by the group therapist would reflect that the group is in the working phase of therapy?
A) "We will be meeting once each week for 90 minutes here at this office."
B) "Each of you has shared ideas and thoughts about your personal development. This has been a difficult process, and you have all grown tremendously."
C) "Shane has asked the group if it is acceptable that he be 5 minutes late to each group session because of his job."
D) "James, when Shane speaks, it seems you become angry and tend to withdraw."
Ans: D
During the working phase, client behaviors and feelings are shared, and conflicts may become apparent and be talked about in the group.
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