Welcome to the
Toronto Institute of Group Studies

We are a not-for-profit organization
committed to training and supporting effective group leaders.

We believe that an understanding of group dynamics and processes enhances the functioning of any group, team or community.

Our faculty team draws from diverse professional backgrounds and interests,
in the service of advancing our shared commitment to group learning
and group leadership development.

Accreditation

Established in 2012, the Toronto Institute of Group Studies is certified as an
Educational Institute with Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
and is registered as a Training Institute
with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

Training Program fees are tax deductible as approved by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

We are excited and honoured to announce that we are the 2023 recipients of
The Harold S. Bernard Group Psychotherapy Training Award,
presented by the International Board for Certification of Group Psychotherapists at the American Group Psychotherapy Association Conference, New York City, 2023

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our offerings, and the vast array of resources and recordings we have available to our group community. Our intention is to gather valuable resources that support and enhance the work of group leaders and to communicate with our growing community of practice.

Upcoming Training Opportunities
and Events


Welcome to our 2025-2026 academic year, which highlights offerings that address:
Dealing with Uncertainty


Thursday, October 23, 2025, 1-2pm EST Online
Opening Conversation Exploring Uncertainty with Dr. Susan Gantt
complimentary offering

Friday, November 7, 2025, 10am-5pm EST Online 
Full Day Workshop, Becoming Comfortable with Uncomfortable Feelings
with Dr. Ronnie Levine

Tuesdays September 2025 - June 2026, 3-4:30pm EST
Therapist Process Training Group Experience
Please contact Shari Baron or Allan Sheps for registration.

We are delighted that our Comprehensive Training Program is now full.
If you are interested, please contact us about our waiting list or future cycles.
 Program Dates:

October 17/18/19, 2025
November 21/22/23, 2025
January 23/24/25, 2026
March 6/7/8, 2026
Fridays 1-7 pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11 am-5 pm ET

Please stay tuned for additional winter and spring offerings.

Our offerings include:

Online Conversations about Group Leadership with recognized group leaders:
1-hour conversations exploring the various influences that have helped shape these leaders' practices (complimentary)

Online Workshops with renowned group experts: A variety of workshops explore various topics in greater depth, through both theoretical and experiential components.

Beyond Theory: Process in Practice
Full-day small group (6-12 participants)
experience online for group leaders to learn about group dynamics by participating as a member of a group committed to examining its own process.

Online Peer Consultation Group for Group Leaders:
Small group (6-12 participants) education, integrating theoretical and applied learning. Facilitated 8 session cycle, 2 hours/week.

Comprehensive Training Program
Offered every 2 years; waitlist applications are being accepted.

Please visit our resources page for seasonal reading lists as well as our newsletter page for past and current newsletters.

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