Which is a significant limitation of group counseling?

A significant limitation of group counseling is that it may involve high dropout rates among participants. In group settings, individuals may feel less committed than they would in individual sessions, leading to a higher likelihood of leaving the group before completing the program. This dropout can hinder the group's effectiveness and the overall therapeutic process, as consistency and support are crucial for successful outcomes in counseling.

While challenges related to obtaining consent forms can arise, they do not inherently limit the effectiveness of the group as a therapeutic modality. Similarly, while some might argue that group counseling can be less effective than individual counseling in certain situations, many studies suggest that it can be highly effective, depending on the context and the issues being addressed. Therefore, the dropout rates represent a more direct challenge to the structure and success of group counseling.