Managing Your Supervision Group

Description

This course does not offer CE Credits. The same course is available for purchase and offers 2 CE hours for behavioral health clinicians.  See "related products" below.

Facilitating group supervision can be incredibly rewarding—but also surprisingly complex. When personalities clash, engagement lags, or group dynamics stall progress, even seasoned clinical supervisors can feel stuck.

Whether you're launching your first group or seeking better outcomes from an existing one, this course offers essential tools for making your supervision groups more productive, inclusive, and growth-oriented.

Shannon Heers, LPC, LMHC, CAS, ACS, brings a wealth of clinical supervision experience to this training. As the founder of Firelight Supervision and owner of Catalyss Counseling, Shannon supports therapists at all stages of development. Her expertise lies in cultivating group environments that promote professional growth and prevent burnout—making her an ideal guide for navigating the nuances of group supervision.

Through her practical, experience-informed approach, Shannon teaches participants how to foster engagement, navigate difficult dynamics, and apply developmental models to group supervision with clarity and confidence.

This self-study course explores key challenges that arise in clinical supervision groups, from group development stages to managing differing supervisory needs. Participants will examine how to prepare for group facilitation, establish norms, and effectively address difficult member behaviors. Also covered are strategies for fostering cohesion among diverse supervisees and maintaining productive group processes.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand group development: Learn the four distinct stages of supervision group development and how to guide your group through each one.

• Navigate difficult dynamics: Gain skills to identify and address four common types of challenging group members.

• Improve group outcomes: Apply actionable strategies to enhance group cohesion, communication, and supervisee growth.

Why this course?

• Focused on real-world challenges: Addresses practical issues clinical supervisors face every day—backed by proven frameworks and strategies.

• Led by a respected expert: Shannon Heers offers insight from years of supervisory experience and group practice leadership.

• Flexible, accessible format: Take this online self-study course on your schedule and revisit the materials anytime.

Learning Objectives:

• List the 4 stages of development in group supervision.

• Break down the 4 types of challenging supervisees in a group setting.

• Explain how to manage challenging group processes and dynamics.

With relatable examples and expert guidance, Managing Your Supervision Group provides a roadmap for supervisors who want to lead more effective, empowering group experiences. We invite you to explore what’s possible when you manage your group with intention and insight.

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Format and Access

This is a non-interactive, self-study course. It consists of 2 hours of video instruction and a course evaluation.

Course Details

Availability: 

From the time of registration, you have six months to access the coursework.

Who Should Attend: 

This course is intended for clinicians who provide behavioral health services.

Teaching Methods: 

This is a non-interactive, self-study course. Teaching methods for this course include recorded lectures, videos, a post-test, and a course evaluation.

How to Attend: 

Course access and completion instructions.

Instructor and Disclosures

Instructor

About Shannon Heers, LPC, LMHC, CAS, ACS 

Shannon Heers is an experienced therapist, clinical supervisor, and the founder of Firelight Supervision. Firelight Supervision provides clinical supervision and clinical consultation to counselors and social workers pursuing licensure, as well as post-licensure professional development. Shannon is also the owner of Catalyss Counseling, a group private practice located in Colorado. Shannon specializes in providing clinical supervision and clinical consultation to beginner to advanced therapists, and is passionate about burnout prevention in the counseling field.

Disclosure Statement: 

The instructor(s) for this course receive compensation for their services. There are no reported conflicts of interest to disclose.

CE Hours

This course does not offer CE credits, just great content.

The same course is available for purchase and offers 2 CE hours for behavioral health clinicians. See "related products" below.

This course is a non-interactive, online self-study.

Participants may request a printed version of their certificate of completion to be delivered by mail. A shipping/handling fee of $6.95 will be charged per request. Shipping internationally may require an additional charge.

Accommodations and Policies

Close Captioning is available for live webinars and recorded video presentations.

You can click on the following links to view our policies:

• Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities.
• Cancellation Policy
• Grievance Policy
• Support Options
• Disclosure Statement