85. Myths, Benefits, and Best Practices as a Group Supervisor (Part 1)

This first of a two-part series features Karna Boynton, LMFT and Gina Young, LICSW, both board-approved supervisors, who jump into the theory, benefits, dynamics, and common myths about group supervision.... and how you can be a kick-@$& group supervisor!

Learn how group settings can enhance clinical skills, reduce isolation, and improve personal well-being. Discover practical tips for managing group cohesion, addressing ruptures, and understanding legal and ethical considerations.

OUR HOST:

Miranda Barker, MSW, LICSW, has been practicing as a therapist for several years. She previously worked as a child protection investigator, adoption social worker, case manager, and the Director of Brand Content at Ellie Mental Health. Follow her on⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn.⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Therapist Thrival Guide is a podcast by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ellie Mental Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We want to move therapists beyond surviving and into the realm of thriving by covering all the things that graduate school didn't teach you! This mental health podcast is hosted by Miranda Barker, LICSW and a rotating cast of seasoned therapists. Each episode features a therapist speaking to their areas of expertise to help us learn how to thrive as therapists.⁠⁠

Ellie is a national mental health brand organized around community-based outpatient mental health clinics. It all began with a single office in St. Paul, Minnesota back in 2015, and has expanded to an explosive number of locations nationwide after franchising our model in 2021. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

TIMESTAMPS:

00:37 Meet Your Presenters: Karna and Gina

01:24 Learning Objectives and Common Myths

03:42 Group Dynamics and Time Management

16:39 The Benefits of Group Supervision

22:52 Enhancing Presentation Skills Through Group Work

24:56 The Importance of Group Cohesion

26:28 Creating a Brave Space for Authenticity

27:17 Fostering Equitable Group Dynamics

27:58 Addressing Ruptures and Repairs in Groups

29:50 Supervisors' Role in Group Dynamics

33:14 Building on Individual and Collective Strengths

36:50 Conclusion and Next Steps