No practice exercises are forced upon participants. No one EVER has to talk in front of the group. You can learn just from hearing other people share. The group ultimately provides a safe place to try out new skills and feels, for most people, very accepting. It also allows people to see courage and growth in others.
Participants often state that they finally realize how normal they are in their own struggles.
Personal issues may be addressed as each person wishes, with the permission of their partner, within the practice of exercises. At these times coaching is available, as needed, upon request. Usually from 8 to 30 people. A typical class size is between 12 and 24 participants. My partner and I have already had private couples counseling.