For Therapists
Group Supervision for
Therapists in Ontario
Learn and grow alongside peers in a supportive, grounded clinical community.
Private practice can be isolating. The work is intimate, the decisions are complex, and there's often no one down the hall to consult with when a session leaves you unsettled. Group supervision offers something different. A place to think out loud, to learn from how others navigate similar challenges, and to remember that you're not carrying this work alone.
Why group supervision
There's a particular kind of learning that happens when therapists gather to reflect on their work together. It's different from individual supervision, and it's different from reading or training. Something shifts when you hear a peer describe a clinical moment that mirrors your own uncertainty, or when someone asks the question you didn't know you needed to ask.
Group supervision for therapists creates space for that collective thinking. You bring a case or a clinical question, and the group helps you see it from angles you might not have found on your own. You also learn by listening. By witnessing how others conceptualize their clients, navigate ruptures, or sit with not knowing.
For Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) working toward full registration, group supervision can fulfill a portion of your required supervision hours under CRPO guidelines. But beyond the hours, there's real value in building relationships with other therapists who are at a similar stage of their development. Colleagues who understand the pressures of building a practice, finding your clinical voice, and holding the weight of this work.
If you've been feeling the isolation of private practice, or if you've been craving more connection with peers who take the work seriously, group supervision might be what you're looking for.
What group supervision looks like
Each group session is structured to allow for deep engagement with clinical material while ensuring every member has space to bring their work forward over time.
The group is small, usually six to eight therapists, which allows for genuine connection and continuity. You get to know each other's work over time. You notice patterns together. You build trust.
Sessions are held virtually, which makes group supervision accessible to therapists across Ontario, whether you're based in Kitchener-Waterloo, Toronto, Ottawa, or a smaller community. The virtual format also means you can participate from wherever you're seeing clients, without adding travel time to an already full schedule.
A typical session might include
- •One or two case presentations, where a group member shares a clinical situation they're navigating
- •Reflective discussion that explores dynamics, interventions, and the therapist's own experience in the room
- •Space for questions, observations, and peer consultation
- •Attention to the parallel process and relational dynamics within the group itself
Who this is for
This group is designed for therapists who are building their clinical skills and seeking both professional support and peer connection. You don't need a specific theoretical orientation or a certain number of years of experience. What matters is that you're genuinely interested in deepening your clinical work and willing to engage honestly with the process.
RP Qualifying therapists
Completing your supervision hours for CRPO registration and wanting to learn alongside peers at a similar stage.
Early-career therapists
Looking for regular clinical consultation and a space to develop your professional identity with support.
Private practice therapists
Missing the collegial environment of agency work and wanting to reduce the isolation that comes with working alone.
Therapists who value community
Interested in learning in relationship and growing alongside others who take this work seriously.
If you're looking for individual supervision with more focused, one-on-one attention, that's also available. Learn more about individual clinical supervision to see which format might fit your current needs.
Leanne's Approach to
Supervision
Grounded, Warm, and Honest
Registered Psychotherapist
Clinical Supervisor
Leanne's Approach to
Supervision
Grounded, Warm, and Honest
I've been practicing psychotherapy in Kitchener-Waterloo for over a decade, and supervision has become one of the most meaningful parts of my work.
I remember what it was like to be new to this field. The self-doubt, the second-guessing, the moments of wondering if I was doing it right. I also remember the supervisors and mentors who helped me trust my own instincts while continuing to grow.
That's the kind of supervision I try to offer. Grounded, warm, and honest. I'm not interested in being the expert in the room. I'm interested in thinking alongside you, helping you notice what you might be missing, and creating enough safety that you can bring the messy, uncertain parts of your clinical work into the light.
My approach is trauma-informed and draws on somatic and nervous system perspectives. This doesn't mean every supervision session focuses on trauma or the body. It means I pay attention to regulation, to pacing, to what's happening beneath the surface. In your work with clients and in our work together.
I believe supervision should feel collaborative rather than evaluative. You're not here to perform competence. You're here to learn. And learning requires being able to say "I don't know" or "I think I missed something" without fear of judgment.
You can read more about my background and clinical approach on the About page.
Practical details
Format
Virtual group sessions via secure video platform, accessible from anywhere in Ontario.
Group Size
Four to six therapists per group, allowing for genuine connection and continuity.
Frequency
Groups typically meet every two weeks for 90-minute sessions.
Availability
Group supervision is offered periodically, and availability varies depending on demand and group composition. If you're interested, the best step is to join the waitlist so I can reach out when a new group is forming or a spot opens.
Supervision Hours
Group supervision can count toward your required supervision hours for CRPO registration, depending on your individual registration status and requirements. We can discuss how this applies to your situation when you reach out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about group supervision are welcome. Here are a few common ones.
Yes, group supervision can count toward your supervision hours for CRPO registration. The College allows a combination of individual and group supervision, with specific guidelines about the proportion of each. We can discuss what makes sense for your situation when you inquire.
Peer consultation is valuable, but it's a gathering of equals without a designated supervisor holding the frame. In group supervision, I take responsibility for facilitating the process, ensuring clinical depth, tracking group dynamics, and providing direct supervisory input. You still benefit from peer perspectives, but there's also an experienced supervisor guiding the work.
That's completely understandable. Most therapists feel some vulnerability when sharing their clinical work, especially in a group setting. Part of my role is to create a space that feels safe enough for that vulnerability. We move at a pace that works for the group, and you're never pressured to share before you're ready.
No. The group welcomes therapists from various orientations. My own work draws on relational, somatic, and trauma-informed approaches, but supervision is about helping you develop your clinical thinking within your own framework. Diversity of perspective often enriches the group's learning.
That's a normal part of the process. Some therapists find that group supervision meets their needs fully. Others discover they want the focused attention of individual supervision, either instead of or in addition to group. We can talk about what combination might work best for you.
Fit matters in supervision, just like it matters in therapy. Before joining a group, we'll have a conversation to make sure it feels right for both of us. You can ask questions, share what you're looking for, and get a sense of whether this approach resonates with you.
Ready to learn alongside peers?
If you've been looking for a supervision space that feels collegial, grounded, and genuinely supportive, I'd welcome the chance to talk with you about whether this group might be a good fit.
Group supervision is offered periodically, and new groups form based on interest and availability. Join the waitlist and I'll reach out when a new group is forming or when a spot becomes available.
If you have questions or want to learn more before deciding, feel free to reach out through the contact page. I'm happy to answer questions and help you figure out what kind of support would be most useful right now.