The 10 psychoeducational group sessions
attended by 8 participants at one time are facilitated
by a clinical psychologist and the clinical nurse
specialist trained in TTM and MI. The group format
provides opportunities for social support, role playing,
and group comment and reflection on motivation
and importance for change emerging from
group members in higher stages of behavior change.
The participants’ motivation and readiness are
enhanced vicariously by listening to the challenges
and successes of others. Stress-reducing strategies,
such as progressive muscle relaxation, guided
imagery, and deep breathing, are implemented at
the beginning of each session.