In chapter 7, I discussed aspects of group leader self-disclosure. The therapist’s transparency, particularly within the here-and-now, can be an effective way to encourage member self-disclosure.ᵻ But leader transparency must always be placed in the context of what is useful to the functioning of a particular group a particular time. The general who, after making an important tactical decision, goes around wringing his hands and expressing his uncertainty will undercut the morale of his entire command. Similarly, the therapy group leader should obviously not disclosure feeling that would undermine the effectiveness of the group. Such as impatience with the group, a pre occupation with the client or a group seen earlier in the day, or any of a host of other personal concern