The Healing Power in Group Psychotherapy with Dr. Dennis Kivlighan

Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training

Dan is joined by Dr. Dennis Kivlighan, an expert in group psychotherapy. In this conversation, Dr. Kivlighan discusses the profound impact of experiential learning in therapy, the complexities of group dynamics, and the importance of corrective experiences. Dr. Kivlighan emphasizes the role of group members in the therapeutic process and advocates for a training model that prioritizes real experiences and feedback. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding interpersonal relationships and the social microcosm within therapy.
Special Guest: Dr. Dennis Kivlighan
Additional Resources
Three important clinical processes in individual and group interpersonal psychotherapy sessions
From where is the group? To what is the group?: Contributions of actor−partner interdependence modeling
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1. Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:00)

2. Guest Introduction: Dr. Dennis Kivlinghan (00:01:05)

3. Journey into Group Psychotherapy (00:07:30)

4. Group Therapy as a Social Microcosm (00:12:45)

5. How Group Therapy Facilitates Change (00:18:10)

6. Corrective Experiences and Trust in Groups (00:24:00)

7. The Role of Peers in Group Dynamics (00:29:40)

8. Effective Training Models for Group Therapy (00:36:10)

9. Importance of Experiential Learning in Therapist Training (00:42:20)

10. Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview (00:44:50)