Episode 32 | Multi-Family DBT Groups with Parents and Teens
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Summary
Susan Betalleluz joins Katie to share her experience running DBT multifamily groups with parents and their teens. They discuss the importance of securing their clients’ commitment to applying what they are learning during DBT, why multifamily groups can be eye opening for parents, and how to ease client anxiety about committing to such a comprehensive program.
Susan Betalleluz is the founder and clinical director of The Harmony Center for Change. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has completed her Intensive DBT Training.
Timestamps
[00:00] Who is Susan Betalleluz (The Harmony Center)?
[04:44] What is a multifamily group?
[05:54] Who is a multifamily group ideal for?
[06:45] The commitment process of DBT groups (the uniqueness of DBT groups).
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Episode 31 | Pandemic Mamas Group
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Summary
Heather Janz joins Katie to discuss her group: Pandemic Mamas. They discuss why becoming a mom during the pandemic was a unique experience and how that inspired the creation of the group. The Pandemic Mamas group is for moms with children aged 0-2. It is a 12-week program.
Tune in to learn why you shouldn’t spend too much time worrying about the perfect time and price for your group.
Heather Walker Janz is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. She runs Janz Family Therapy - a group practice that she established in 2019.
Fun fact: Heather went to high school with Colin Kaepernick!
Timestamps
[00:00] Who is Heather Walker Janz (Pandemic Mamas)?
[05:59] Ideal clients for the group: the unusual experience of becoming a mother in a pandemic
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Episode 25 | SPACE Group: Help Parents Out of the Black Hole of Teen Anxiety
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Summary
Jen Moyer, who runs a SPACE group, joins Katie to discuss how to support parents who have teenagers that suffer from anxiety. For these parents, life is probably tighter and more complicated than it needs to be. They may be overprotective and exert too much effort trying to support their teens. Jen and Katie discuss how parents can live more abundant and peaceful lives by finding new ways to support their anxious children.
As therapists, we have resources in our toolboxes to support parents whose kids struggle with anxiety. The SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) program is one of these useful resources.
Jen Moyer is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is certified in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy through the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at...
Episode 19 | Free Monthly Parent Workshops: Add Value & Get Clients
The Group Work Podcast. Find out what happens in the space where group therapy takes place.
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In this episode we cover:
- The format and structure of our free monthly parent workshop
- How you can add a ton of value to new clients and to your community in as little as 90 minutes a month
- The importance of connection amongst your community and why less information and more discussion is actually more valuable than over-preparing
Tools & Resources Referenced:
- Alan Fruzetti
- Consulting with Team Group Guru ~ email [email protected]
To learn more about Katie K. May, visit www.becomeagroupguru.com
Episode 17 | Groups for Trans Kids and Their Parents
The Group Work Podcast. Find out what happens in the space where group therapy takes place.
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In this episode we cover:
- Why it’s important to allow for self agency and readiness in when parents of trans kids join in the group process
- The power of connection and creating safe containers for trans kids and parents to truly process challenges and support each other
- Why lived experience as a group leader is an important factor to consider when supporting the trans community
Tools & Resources Referenced:
To learn more about Abbie Rolf, visit www.HealingVillageTherapy.com
Episode 15 | Wise Girls Workshops
The Group Work Podcast. Find out what happens in the space where group therapy takes place.
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In this episode we cover:
- Why it’s important to listen to your clients’ needs and create the group they crave
- How to empower group members to connect in the room, even online
- The importance of support and programming for all ages and stages you serve
To learn more about Sierra Dator, visit www.sierradator.com and www.wisegirlworkshops.com.