Which of the following is NOT listed as a Gestalt group leader role?

• A. Frustrator
• B. Expert Helper
• C. Teacher
• D. Facilitator

Answer: (D)

Gestalt group leadership relies on specific functions that drive awareness and authentic contact within the group. Among the functions used by leaders are Frustrator, which intentionally introduces friction to surface blocked contact; Expert Helper, who brings in specialized knowledge or guidance when it serves the group’s learning; and Teacher, who models and shares experiential knowledge to expand what the group can experience together. A Facilitator, while valuable in many group settings for keeping the process smooth, is not one of the standard Gestalt group leader roles. The Gestalt framework focuses on roles that actively provoke awareness and contact, not merely manage the process. Therefore, Facilitator is the option that is not listed as a Gestalt group leader role.