Journal of advanced nursing
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A therapeutic group for clients with acute mental health problems is described using a case study research design. The setting of the group is a British community mental health centre. Theoretical and research approaches to brief therapeutic work with clients are discussed. ⋯ However, in practice many of the clients needed some degree of professional support after ceasing to attend the group. In this study, the establishment of a therapeutic group for clients with acute mental health problems improved inter-professional relations. The ability to facilitate therapeutic groups is an important competence for mental health nurses.