Introduction
The human being, having similar physiological characteristics to other animals, is a unique creature regarding
affective and cognitive functioning and having insight. As Fromm (1996) mentioned, only meeting the physiological
needs is not adequate for humans. Humans have some existential needs that require fulfilment such as relationship
needs, self-definition, and giving meaning to life. Individuals may be able to handle their personal challenges within
their social relation networks, but beyond that they might search for professional help throughout this process. In
this respect group counseling is considered to be an effective intervention. Group counseling is a therapeutic process
that is led by professionals trained in counseling or psychotherapy. This therapeutic process aims to enhance
interaction between group members, provide insights, and foster self-confidence for each group member.
Additionally, dealing with group members’ emotional states, value, and attitude systems are important components
of the group process (Voltan Acar, 1993). A group works with the interaction of group members and
correspondingly appropriate self-disclosure of each member. Self-disclosing facilitates counseling and other
beneficial processes. Unless clients or group members are willing to disclose themselves, the process cannot
function well (Johnson & Noonan, 1972; Yalom, 2005). Although disclosing oneself to another person might be
perceived as risk taking behavior by group members in a group, it is essential for change. If group members are not