Facilitation Guide – Beginning a Group
Guidance for launching groups, setting norms, and building early group cohesion
ECHO Group Application Module Order
Phase 1: Foundation Building
Sessions 1-6
- Living Your Values
- Feelings and Emotions
- Thought Distortions
- Deep Breathing
- Setting Boundaries
- Frustration Tolerance
Phase 2: Interpersonal Skills
Sessions 7-12
- Reflective Listening
- Empathy
- Healthy Relationships
- Conflict Resolution
- Integrity and Accountability
- Trauma Awareness
Phase 3: Advanced Application
Sessions 13-19
- CBT in the Workplace
- Problem Solving
- Self-Advocacy
- Goal Setting
- Knowing Your Rights
- Social Media 101
- Using Community Resources
Related Resources
Research Primer – Group Theory
Summary of group development stages for ECHO facilitation
Facilitator Guide
Curriculum overview and guidance for leading ECHO sessions with fidelity and consistency
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy De-escalation Toolkit
Step-by-step CBT-based strategies for managing conflict and escalating behavior