GPS Facilitator Training Workshop

Join the GPS Facilitator Training and learn how to run trauma-informed, evidence-based, and community-tested support groups.

Why Join?

• Trauma-informed & practical: Learn tools tailored to diverse community and professional settings.
• Evidence-based: GPS integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Mindfulness into group facilitation.
• Skills you can use right away: Reflective listening, co-regulation, facilitation strategies.
• Support & resilience: Strengthen your own well-being while guiding others.
• CEU-eligible: Earn continuing education hours for each individual workshop.
• Scholarships: Available for Massachusetts mental health professionals, peer supporters, and those serving marginalized communities.
  

About GPS Group Peer Support

GPS is a trauma-responsive, evidence-based group model used nationwide in healthcare, mental health, recovery, and community settings. It integrates CBT, MI, and mindfulness within a strengths-based framework to create safe, transformative group experiences.

As a facilitator, you’ll learn to adapt the GPS model to multiple contexts — from high-stress work environments to community support spaces — where people face challenges like burnout, stress, compassion fatigue, and systemic pressures.

Who Should Attend?

• LMHCs, licensed counselors, and therapists
• Social workers
• Community leaders and community health workers
• Peer supporters and recovery coaches
• Mental health clinicians and professionals
• Educators, supervisors, and administrators
• Volunteers, clergy, and anyone leading support spaces
• Physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals

TRAINING SCHEDULE

Duration and Format

The program spans seven months, combining live interactive workshops with self‑paced learning. Each month builds on the previous session, giving you time to integrate the material into your own community context.

The training includes an Opening Practicum and a series of seven core workshops. Live attendance is strongly encouraged; however, all sessions will be recorded and available to registered participants to allow for the utmost in flexibility and accommodation.

OPENING PRACTICUM OPTIONS

Choose one - Required

• January 13 | Opening Practicum 6:30-9:00 pm ET
• January 14 | Opening Practicum 6:30-9:00 pm ET

MONTHLY WORKSHOPS

All workshops are from 7-9:00 pm ET. Recordings will be available for those who cannot attend live.

• January 22 | Introduction to GPS and the Power of Groups
• February 10 | GPS Mindfulness Rest Stop
• March 10 | GPS Guidelines
• April 14 | GPS Realities & Principles
• May 12 | GPS Check In
• June 9 | GPS PATH – Reflective Listening, Weaving, Grounding, & Closing
• July 14 | Integration Skill Session: Leading GPS Support Groups in Practice

* All times listed are Eastern Time (ET)

Continuing Education & Support

• Up to 20 CME/CEU credits available (AAPA, NASW MA, and LMHC eligible; LADC eligible; accepted by many licensing boards)
• Certificates are provided upon completion of practicum, workshops, and the necessary accompanying work

HOW TO ACCESS TRAINING AFTER REGISTERING

All registration and course materials are managed through Eventbrite. An Eventbrite account is required to register, select practicum/module times, and access live and recorded sessions. Click here for more guidance.

Scholarships Available – Apply HERE

GPS is committed to making training accessible to those facing barriers to resources and support. Scholarships are available for:

• MA Health & Mental Health Care Workers
• Those supporting marginalized communities

If financial challenges prevent you from attending and you can commit to facilitating groups, we encourage you to apply.