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Group Therapy 101: Foundations, Facilitation Skills, and Common Pitfalls

$45.00

Group therapy is a powerful and effective modality, yet many clinicians report feeling underprepared to facilitate groups after graduate training. This two-hour continuing educational workshop provides a foundational introduction to group therapy theory and practice for clinicians interested in beginning or strengthening their group facilitation skills.

Participants will explore key differences between common types of therapy groups, including process-oriented, psychoeducational, skills-based, and peer support groups, and examine the clinical purpose and structure of each. The training will review core components of effective group facilitation, including establishing safety and group agreements, fostering cohesion, managing boundaries, and attending to group process alongside content. Participants will also be introduced to basic group interventions.

Common mistakes and challenges in group facilitation will be discussed, along with strategies to navigate these dynamics ethically and effectively. The workshop will include a brief experiential or "fishbowl"-style component to support learning through observation and reflection, with attention to the facilitator's role and responsibilities.

This training is designed as a foundational introduction to group therapy and may serve as a starting point for clinicians interested in further education and training in group facilitation.

Group therapy is a powerful and effective modality, yet many clinicians report feeling underprepared to facilitate groups after graduate training. This two-hour continuing educational workshop provides a foundational introduction to group therapy theory and practice for clinicians interested in beginning or strengthening their group facilitation skills.

Participants will explore key differences between common types of therapy groups, including process-oriented, psychoeducational, skills-based, and peer support groups, and examine the clinical purpose and structure of each. The training will review core components of effective group facilitation, including establishing safety and group agreements, fostering cohesion, managing boundaries, and attending to group process alongside content. Participants will also be introduced to basic group interventions.

Common mistakes and challenges in group facilitation will be discussed, along with strategies to navigate these dynamics ethically and effectively. The workshop will include a brief experiential or "fishbowl"-style component to support learning through observation and reflection, with attention to the facilitator's role and responsibilities.

This training is designed as a foundational introduction to group therapy and may serve as a starting point for clinicians interested in further education and training in group facilitation.

This 2-hour training will be live and virtual over Zoom.

Friday, 5/22/2026
11 am - 1 PM EST

Objectives:
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
1) Differentiate between common types of therapy groups, including process, psychoeducational, skills-based, and support groups, and identify appropriate clinical uses for each.
2) Identify core components of effective group facilitation, including establishing safety, managing boundaries, and balancing structure with process.
3) Apply basic group therapy interventions to support cohesion, engagement, and therapeutic movement within a group setting.
4) Recognize common mistakes and pitfalls in group facilitation and implement strategies to prevent or address them.

2 Core CEs for Social Workers applied for through GSCSW.