Events
GLGPS is known for its outstanding programming. Throughout the decades we have hosted remarkable speakers of all backgrounds from renowned experts in the field of group work to early career professionals with a niche offering of interest to our members. Much of our programming incorporates experiential components because we believe that learning-by-doing is the most effective way to internalize a new approach. In addition, we are offering more free or low-cost social/networking opportunities to help us reconnect in our post-COVID isolation. Tell us here what you would like to see more of.
We want our quality events to be accessible to people of all means. In service of this goal, we offer generous scholarships to offset the cost of event registration fees. Hope to see you at our next event!
Upcoming Events
CANCELLED From Sensation to Relation: How our Diverse Bodies Participate in Group Process – November 1, 2024
GLGPS is pleased to welcome Dr. Carlos Canales, Psy.D., CGP, SEPTM, AGPA Fellow, License Clinical Psychologist, to present our next GLGPS fall conference! In this two-day in person training, Dr. Canales will support participants in exploring the inherent, organic, and restorative wisdom of the body as it relates to interpersonal relationships and intrapsychic dynamics.
Friday November 1st, 2024 from 3:30 – 7:00pm & Saturday November 2nd from 9:00am – 5:00pm CDT
Located at Five Point Holistic Health
2866 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
9 CEUs available
Early Bird Pricing, Scholarships & Accessible Rates will be available.
Meet Our Presenter
Dr. Carlos Canales, Psy.D., CGP, SEPTM, AGPA Fellow, License Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Carlos Canales, Psy.D. is a bilingual/bicultural licensed Clinical Psychologist in full-time private practice in West Des Moines, Iowa. He is a Certified Group Psychotherapist, an American Group Psychotherapy Association-Fellow, and a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. Dr. Canales specializes in working with affect, the body, and relational dynamics. He has worked in multiple university counseling centers, hospitals, and community mental health centers. In 2011, he opened his private practice and in 2019 he founded Vida Psychotherapy, an outpatient group practice.
Dr. Canales has been involved in group work for 25 years. Currently, he works as adjunct faculty at Adelphi University in New York and the Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society (EGPS). He facilitates three adult process groups for clients, four training groups for clinicians online and one in person, and one supervision/case consultation groups.
He is a clinical member of the Iowa Psychological Association, Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association, The Society for Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychology – Division 39, The Society of Group Psychology and Group Psychotherapy – Division 49 of the American Psychological Association (APA), and the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA). In 2022, the Division 49 of the APA recognized him with the “Excellence in Group Practice” award for his outstanding contributions to the practice of group psychotherapy and applied group interventions. In 2024, Dr. Canales received a Lifetime Membership award from the Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association for his commitment to training supervision in psychotherapy. Dr. Canales has served on the board for the Northern California Group Psychotherapy Society (NCGPS), the Iowa Hispanic Educational Resources (HER), and the Iowa Psychological Foundation (IPF). Since 2021, he serves as co-chair of the Fellowship Committee at AGPA.
Recent Events
Great Lakes Symposium – August 10, 2024
The Invisible Struggle:
Bias Awareness and Self-Development in Working with BIPOC Clients
Presented By Mr. Brandon “Diggs” Williams
GLGPS welcomed Brandon “Diggs” Williams, founder of The Diggs Method, to present at GLS! Mr. Williams provided information related to the development and manifestations of prejudice, discrimination, and racism. Participants were empowered to develop bias awareness through introspection and self-analysis so they may better serve their indigenous clients and clients of color. Challenges inherent to both the provider and client will were addressed. This training involved both psychoeducation and opportunities to process.
Saturday August 10, 2024 9:00am to 1:00pm CDT
Virtual Event Via Zoom
3 CEUs available
Past Events
Leader As Member: Practical Skill Set for Connecting Across Difference
TWO-DAY INSTITUTE – AUGUST 2023
Presented by Darryl Pure, PhD, ABPP, CGP & Christine Carpenter, PsyD, CGP
Darryl Pure and Christine Carpenter presented a model of leadership based on the Interpersonal Dynamics class they teach at the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business. A growing body of research shows that the most effective leadership style combines unique expertise with the ability to bring ones authentic self to the role. Clinicians are often taught to keep their “selves” out of the therapy space. But this perpetuates a power imbalance that may inhibit the growth potential of the client, particularly for BIPOC and members of other marginalized groups. In this two-day workshop the presenters will demonstrated the power of modeling vulnerability and self-disclosure in service of creating deeper trust and true safety.
Free Happy Hour in Chicago!
June 23, 2023
Time Out Market – 916 W. Fulton Market
Thank you so much to everyone who came out for our Happy Hour! The weather was gorgeous, the view was beautiful and the excitement to be connecting in person around group work was palpable. Many attendees expressed a wish for regular opportunities to gather socially so keep checking back here for more events like this.
Stop “Shoulding” on Yourself: Identifying the Roots of
Shame-Fueled Behavior
June 2022
Presented by Carmen Burlingame, LCSW
This workshop centered on the case for and benefit of a psychoeducational group on the topic of shame. The presenter provided examples of the curriculum and content that was cultivated for this GLS. Case examples were provided from both an in-person and online iteration of the group to explore the benefits of both formats. Attendees had the opportunity for didactic and experiential learning within this workshop. The presenter provided examples for ways in which psychoeducational groups can benefit individuals as a stand-alone group and as a potential feeder for process groups. 2 CEUs available upon completion of the workshop requirements.
Introduction to Psychodrama: The Magic of Growth and Change
February 2022
Presented by Shelley Korshak Firestone, MD, FAGPA, CP, PAT
Psychodrama is perhaps our most powerful and effective tool in our therapeutic arsenal. This largely experiential workshop presents the history, theory, and technique of psychodrama. It will teach techniques invaluable for individual, family, couple, and group psychotherapy and for anyone interested in self-improvement. The participants of this workshop will have the opportunity to experience the magic of growth and change, while gaining training and expertise in basic psychodrama techniques.
I registered for my first GLGPS (then IGPS) conference in 2014. At that time, I was primarily interested in networking with other professionals. While I did make some important connections with others at that conference, I gained a lot more than that.
I found the experiential learning inspiring. I had run groups in the past in non-profit agencies, but at that time I was only in a contemplation stage about starting a group in private practice. After the conference I became determined to do so. Because it was experiential, I was reminded what it might be like to be a member of a group and the power of connection with others. It took a few more conferences before I took action and started the group I’m still offering today, but thanks to the GLGPS community I had the support, training and resources I needed for that step.
In 2016 I joined the society’s Programming & Training committee. I’ve enjoyed being a part of a team working hard on offering training experiences that, hopefully, are as beneficial to others as they have been to me. I was honored to be nominated and elected to the chair of P&T in 2020 when then-chair, Bruce Aaron, transitioned to Board President. It’s been a very challenging year plus, but I’m writing this on a very hope-filled day in June and looking forward to being in rooms and circles with new and familiar faces.