The Art of Groups

In this episode, Carrie talks with Licensed therapist and “Group Guru”, Katie Keates May about her journey in creating a highly successful group practice that specializes in helping teens through group work. The post Create a Thriving Group Practice that Specializes in Groups with Katie Keates May appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carrie talks to Dr. Pamela Kryskow, Julia Sheffield and Todd Haspect, who are space holders for the Roots to Thrive Program.  The post Roots to Thrive:  Healing, Community and Psychedelics appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this podcast episode, Carrie talks with Jason Digges, author of the new book Conflict=Energy The post Authentic Relating: The Power of the Present Moment with Jason Digges appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Courtenay Stratton is a Total Embodiment practitioner. Today she joins Carrie to talk about her experience with group work The post Relational Rewilding: Including the natural world in group work w/ Kimberly Rose appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode, Dr. Kylin Lee is joining Carrie to talk everything groups. The post Training for Group Therapists appeared first on The Art of Groups.

The past months have been busy and exciting for Carrie, from being part of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy training to holding her circle training retreat. Tune in to hear all about Carrie's new endeavors. More on in this episode: Carrie's experience in a ketamine assisted psychotherapy training Being a facilitator in a Ketamine assisted group for first ... Read more The post Psychedelics, Retreats, and Consulting…oh my! appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Courtenay Stratton is a Total Embodiment practitioner. Today she joins Carrie to talk about her experience with group work The post Eroticism, Embodiment, and Expression in Groups w/ Courtney Stratton appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Today's episode is about the final stage of group development, Adjourning. In this episode, Carries talks about what you can do to help your clients go through this phase and some of the most common themes during this stage. The post Stages of Group Development Series: Adjourning appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Carrie shares about the fourth stage of group development: Performing. Performing is an exciting stage; It is where you start seeing the fruit of the work you've done with the group up until this point. During this stage, the group starts working showing up for each other. The post Stages of Group Development Series: Performing appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carries sits down with a good friend and dear colleague, Anna Maria Signorelli, to reflect on the benefits of Circle Work and the transformative force of circle work training. The post Reflections on Circlework Featuring Anna Maria Signorelli, LCSW (Bonus Episode) appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode, Carrie shares about the third stage of group development: Norming.  This is the stage after the so feared storm. During this stage, the members of the group start feeling connected as a whole. The post Stages of Group Development Series: Norming appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode, Carrie shares about the second stage of group development: Storming.  This is the stage that many group facilitators fear!  However, in this episode, Carrie shares tried-and-true ways to navigate the storm and use it to support the group in moving into greater authenticity and connection. Here are some useful tips : Draw ... Read more The post Stages of Group Development Series: Storming appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In Today's episode, Carrie is sharing her thoughts on the first stage of group work. This first session is all about forming connections and setting the tone for future sessions since this can be an intense experience for members, remember to be gentle and lead the group with kindness and empathy. The post Stages of Group Development Series: Forming appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carrie talks about the basic tasks of a group facilitator and what goes around them. The post Stages of Group Development Series: Foundations appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carrie speaks with Chuck Hancock about all of his many group experiences and training. As a perpetual student of life, nature, and relationship - Chuck has over a decade of experience participating in and leading men's groups, experiential groups, therapy groups, wilderness groups, interpersonal process groups, ritual and rites of passage programs, and teaching college psychology courses. The post Bridging the Worlds of Evidence-based Science and the Transpersonal Mysteries with Chuck Hancock, M.Ed. LPC appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode Carrie talks about the power of shifting into “heart-thinking” in group work. The post Head Thinking vs Heart Thinking appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this heart-opening and inspiring episode, Carrie talks with Regina about her experiences facilitating groups for the past 20 years. Regina shares about her experiences with non-violent communication, MBSR, The Work that Reconnects and Circlework. The post Depth, Diversity, and Connection with Regina Bernhardt appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carrie interviews Dr. Laura Oyer, who is the clinical director of Park Center's Eating Disorder Treatment Program. Dr Oyer has over 10 years experience facilitating groups of all kinds and working in the field of eating disorder treatment. The post Treating Eating Disorders in Groups with Dr. Laura Oyer appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carrie talks about the process of "creating the container" for the group. The space, the energy, the intangible aspects of creating a healing space. The post Creating the Container appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode, Carrie interviews Rachel Phillippe, founder and Executive Director of Soul Kitchen Dance. The post Interview with Rachel Philippe appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Today Carrie talks about Interpersonal Process Groups. These types of groups are essential to create catharsis and healing in our clients, hear more about Interpersonal Process Groups, and Carrie's outtake on the healing process in today's episode. The post Interpersonal Process Groups appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode, Dr. Kylin Lee is joining Carrie to talk everything groups. The post Interview with Dr. Kylin Lee appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode, Carrie talks about the challenges and advantages that come with having a co-facilitator help you lead your group. Teamwork can sometimes benefit the therapeutic work in group, but if you are not clear about who you're bringing as your co-facilitator the opposite could happen. The post The Joys and Challenges of. Co-facilitation appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Today Carrie has a special guest in the Podcast. Stephanie Mora DeRosby is on our show today to talk about her journey in group work, intuition vs. implicit bias, and spirituality, among other subjects. The post Interview W/ Stephanie Mora DeRosby, LPC LAC appeared first on The Art of Groups.

n today's episode, Carrie talks about pre-group interviews. Pre-group interviews are ideal to build rapport and decrease anxiety. It prepares the client for the group experience and allows Therapists to get the best fit for their groups. The post Group Participation Agreements appeared first on The Art of Groups.

n today's episode, Carrie talks about pre-group interviews. Pre-group interviews are ideal to build rapport and decrease anxiety. It prepares the client for the group experience and allows Therapists to get the best fit for their groups. The post Pre Group Interviews appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's podcast, Carrie talks about the essential qualities you need as a group facilitator. The post Essential Qualities of an Effective Facilitator appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Should your group be open or closed? Should you offer a time-limited group or an ongoing group? If you have been wondering what are the options out there, and what's the best type of group for you, stay tuned. In this episode Carrie walks us through the different aspects of groups. And explores the pros and cons of each type. The post How to Start Your Online Group appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Should your group be open or closed? Should you offer a time-limited group or an ongoing group? If you have been wondering what are the options out there, and what's the best type of group for you, stay tuned. In this episode Carrie walks us through the different aspects of groups. And explores the pros and cons of each type. The post Open vs. Closed, Time Limited vs. Ongoing appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In today's episode Carrie talks about how to better address clients' fears about group. Find out what the best tips are to offer groups. The post Addressing Client Fears About Groups appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Have you been wondering about what to focus on in your practice? Carrie sums up some of the most useful tools and strategies in picking your Niche when it comes to group work. Stay tuned to learn more about how to pick your ideal niche. The post Identifying Your Ideal Group Offering appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Today we are delving deeper into the key factors that make groups effective. In this episode, Carrie talks about the uniqueness of group therapy, and the “bible” of group work, The Theory, and Practice of Group Psychotherapy by Irvin Yalom. The post The Magic that Makes Group Work appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, Carrie explores the reasons why you should offer groups as part of your services. The post Why You Should Offer Groups appeared first on The Art of Groups.

Join Carrie in the second episode of The Arts of Groups Podcast. In this episode, Carrie answers a common question. Why do clients choose not to take part in groups? The post The Surprising Reason Groups Don't Fill appeared first on The Art of Groups.

In this episode, take a journey with Carrie to learn about her path to falling in love with group work. The post Falling in Love with Group appeared first on The Art of Groups.