Postmodern Approaches in Group Psychotherapies: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Positive Group Therapy

Abstract

Group psychotherapy has been demonstrated by numerous studies to be a highly effective treatment method in various areas, such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, and interpersonal relationships. It also cheaper than individual psychotherapy. The success of the therapeutic relationship and process critically depends on the professionals who conduct group psychotherapy adopting a specific theoretical orientation and framework. Accordingly, this study aims to compile the fundamental elements, session flow, therapist’s role, and processes of three contemporary postmodern group approaches, namely acceptance and commitment group therapy, schema group therapy, and positive group psychotherapy. While these have gained popularity in other countries, they remain relatively unused in Türkiye. The compiled information will be of benefit to professionals who engage in group interventions and students interested in receiving education on group therapies.