The Reciprocal Model is an important approach in social group work that views the group as a system of mutual interaction in which both the individual and the group influence and support each other. It is mainly associated with the work of William Schwartz, who emphasized the idea of a “mediating group.” According to this model, social group work is not simply a process in which a social worker helps individuals, but a process in which members help one another through their participation in the group. The group becomes a medium through which individual and social needs can be addressed simultaneously. The central principle of the Reciprocal Model is mutual aid. Every group member is considered capable of giving and receiving help. Members share experiences, feelings, knowledge, skills and resources with one another. Through these interactions, individuals gain new perspectives and develop greater confidence in dealing with their problems. The social worker facilitates these interactions rather than acting as the sole expert or authority. Thus, responsibility for the group process is shared between the