Tips for Running Therapy Groups

Running therapy groups can be intimidating for some therapists. You’re outnumbered as the therapist, you have multiple dynamics to manage, and you often have to create lesson plans. However, group therapy can be great for both the therapist and clients! You can build your clinical skills and confidence while running groups and can teach clients on a different level. In today’s episode, I discuss reasons why some therapists avoid group therapy, the benefits of group therapy, and tips for therapists who want to run therapy groups effectively and with confidence. Check it out and subscribe above! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 Intro 02:00 My experience with running different types of groups 10:23 Benefits of group therapy 12:03 Tips for running therapy groups Welcome to The Keys to Therapy! I’m Samantha Newton, a licensed mental health therapist and owner of The Therapy Suite PLLC. I create videos for aspiring, new, and established therapists to provide support and help increase knowledge about being a therapist. Subscribe above to stay up to date on new episodes! LINKS My Website: http://thetherapysuitepllc.com Instagram:   / the.therapy.suite.pllc   Facebook Group for New Therapists:   / 1518254698581050   *Sign up for my Email List for more tips, freebies, and advance notice of events/workshops* https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6431cf... -Photograph in Thumbnail: Canva Pro-Dusan Petkovic from Getty Images Pro *This video was created for aspiring and current therapists. It is based on my personal experiences and is not the only source of information regarding becoming a therapist/life as a therapist. *This video is not intended as professional or legal advice. For therapists: Please seek the services of a professional (your licensing board, clinical supervisor, liability insurance representative, etc.) if you need advice pertaining to yourself and your current experiences. *You may see a dog or two behind me during videos. Those are my coworkers and an essential part of the team :)