Discussion Questions (Critical Incident p. 535)

1. What are some of the racial and cultural dynam­ics that Alice may be experiencing in the group?
2. Why do you think Alice has been pulled into this particular role?
3. What competencies would the leader need to help the group explore this issue?
4. Can you think of other situations that might occur in counseling and psychotherapy groups where members from different backgrounds might take up stereotypical roles related to their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, or age?