title: The group therapist's absence and the substitute leader.
abstract: When a group is led by a single individual the therapist's absence creates a management problem. This article presents several options for the solo leader. The author has used a substitute leader, and this experience is presented and evaluated. Discussion includes selection of a substitute, group preparation, on-going use of the substitute, and benefits of this alternative for the management of the leader's absence.
authors.affiliation: Mid-Peninsula Family Service Association, Palo Alto, CA.
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Simon
mesh_terms: D010819:Physician's Role; D011615:Psychotherapy, Group / Q000458:organization & administration*