Unlocking Group Dynamics 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

In this conversation Dan Has with Dr. Dennis Kivlighan they delve into the complexities of group dynamics, focusing on the actor-partner model, the significance of conflict in group development, and the importance of understanding member variability. Dr. Kivlighan shares insights on how perceptions of engagement influence behavior within groups, the role of consensual validation, and the necessity of addressing conflict as a learning opportunity. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced in group therapy settings and proposes strategies for effective group management.
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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บท

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Actor-Partner Model: Understanding Group Dynamics (00:03:30)

3. The Power of Group Engagement (00:10:15)

4. The Role of Conflict in Group Therapy (00:15:00)

5. Group Variability and Dispersion: Beyond the Mean (00:22:00)

6. Subgroups and Group Complexity (00:30:20)

7. Real-World Challenges in Running Therapy Groups (00:35:00)

8. Open-Ended Groups vs. Thematic Groups (00:40:30)

9. Future of Group Psychotherapy Research (00:44:30)

10. Closing Thoughts and Recommendations (00:46:00)