The main objective of the research in this master's thesis was to establish and monitor a pilot therapeutic group for men and to investigate possible changes in the research areas of self-image, difficulties in emotion regulation, and personal efficacy. Support for group participants was based on the relational family therapy model with elements of the solution-focused brief therapy approach and mindfulness. To this end, an eighteen-week therapeutic programme was developed with seven men participating. Data collection included diaries of individual sessions and therapist notes, a final semi-structured interview, and three self-assessment scales (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale - RSES, Difficulties in emotion regulation scale - DERS, and Personal Effectiveness Review - ROPELOC). Participants completed these scales at various times during the programme and study. The results of the final self-assessment showed a positive change in self-image, greater personal effectiveness, and fewer problems with emotion regulation. In terms of group dynamics, participants indicated the importance of mutual support, responsibility and understanding, mutual trust and safety, honesty, listening, relaxation, authenticity, connection, and belonging. The following factors were identified as supportive of personal process: Being part of a group, presence, connection, mutual support, encouragement, acceptance and understanding, sharing one's stories, experiences and vulnerability with the other men in the group, mutual reflection, responses and validations, preparation before the meeting and reflection, deepening of the topic, and support from the group leaders. The pilot study of a therapeutic group for men has shown that this form of support and help can be appropriate for non-specific problems.
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