GPS Trainings
GPS is an evidence-based, trauma-informed support group model developed for rapid replication in an easy to learn and accessible format for both peer specialists and professionals. GPS is perfect for organizations, agencies and programs that want to offer consistent groups to diverse populations including those who are in recovery, struggling with mental health, behavioral health, or illness, refugees/new immigrants, new parents and many others. GPS trainings are interactive and provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the GPS approach. You can easily learn the model and begin using this impactful and evidence-based approach in your community!
Hybrid GPS Peer Support Group Facilitator Training - Live Online | June–July 2025
This hybrid training takes place over 4–5 weeks and is designed for individuals or teams who want to develop their skills in support group facilitation—whether you're new to the role or already experienced. Upon completion, trainees are invited to join us for Certification.
The training is rooted in the classic GPS Facilitator Model, and provides a dynamic mix of live sessions and pre-recorded modules. Trainees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the GPS approach to trauma-informed, culturally responsive peer support. GPS Manual is included. CEUs for social workers are available.
Capacitación para Facilitadores/as de Grupos de Apoyo GPS – En Español- Virtual En vivo | June 2025
GPS Group Peer Support es un modelo de grupo estructurado, replicable y adaptable que puede implementarse fácilmente en diversos contextos. Participe en una capacitación virtual y en vivo para aprender este enfoque basado en el trauma, culturalmente receptivo y centrado en la conexión humana para la facilitación de grupos de apoyo.
Esta formación está diseñada tanto para personas nuevas como con experiencia en el acompañamiento entre pares, y es especialmente útil para quienes trabajan en entornos comunitarios o clínicos. Al finalizar, podrá avanzar hacia el proceso de certificación como Facilitador/a GPS. CEUs disponibles para trabajadores sociales.
GPS Certification Program - Live Online | June–July 2025
Take the next step in your journey and become a GPS Certified Facilitator through this live, online program. Open to those who have completed the GPS Facilitator Training, this certification experience is designed to deepen your facilitation skills, strengthen fidelity to the GPS Model, and support you in developing population-specific adaptations and customized curriculum.
This program is ideal for individuals or teams who have already completed the training and are ready for hands-on guidance, mentorship, and advanced leadership development. It’s also well-suited for those who wish to collaborate more closely with GPS in bringing peer support to their communities.
Programa de Certificación GPS – En Línea y en Vivo - En Linea | Agosto-Septiembre 2025
Da el siguiente paso en tu camino y conviértete en Facilitador/a Certificado/a en GPS a través de este programa en línea y en vivo. Abierto a personas que ya han completado la Capacitación de Facilitadores GPS, esta experiencia de certificación está diseñada para profundizar tus habilidades de facilitación, fortalecer la fidelidad al Modelo GPS, y apoyarte en el desarrollo de adaptaciones específicas para tu población y currículum personalizado.
Este programa es ideal para personas o equipos que ya completaron la capacitación inicial y están listos para recibir orientación práctica, mentoría y formación avanzada en liderazgo. También es una excelente opción para quienes desean colaborar más estrechamente con GPS en la expansión del apoyo entre pares en sus comunidades.
GPS Facilitator Training - Online Self-Paced
The Online Self-Paced training is for teams and individuals who want to learn the GPS Facilitator model on their own time. Intended for those new to and experienced in support group facilitation. Upon completion, trainees are invited to join us for Certification.
Learn the GPS Group Peer Support Model in this online, self-paced training. Through comprehensive, recorded modules with GPS Founders Liz Friedman and Annette Cycon, you will receive an in-depth training in the GPS module. GPS Manual and live opening practicum is included. CEUs for social workers available.
GPS Supervisor Training - live online Fall 2025
This training is for anyone in a supervisor role supporting staff to run GPS groups. Learn more about GPS's trauma-informed, evidence-based group approach, how to support your team, how this group approach is different from other group models that your team may be implementing, and how to integrate GPS into the heart of the services that your program offers.
Note: This training is appropriate for those in supervisory roles who are unfamiliar with GPS as well as those who have attended GPS trainings in the past.
GPS Peer Support Group Facilitator Training - live online Fall 2025
This is the classic training and is recommended for teams or individuals who want to learn the ins and outs of the GPS Facilitator model along with a community of trainees. Intended for those new to and experienced in support group facilitation. Upon completion, trainees are invited to join us for Certification.
Learn the GPS Group Peer Support Model in this live and recorded online training. This engaged training with our diverse Master Trainers will provide you with the map to bring evidence and trauma-informed support to your community, the people you care about, and the people you serve. Live practicums and the opportunity to connect directly with trainers and fellow participants are part of the experience. GPS Manual is included. CEUs for social workers are available.
Bring GPS Groups directly to your community, organization or business with our experienced and trained GPS facilitators and provide evidence-based, trauma-informed groups that can help people connect, address critical issues and move forward in times of challenge and trauma. GPS Groups can be provided to small or large groups (100+) and are appropriate for diverse communities and complex issues. Contact us for more information.
Want to customize the GPS Model to run specialized support groups for your served population?
GPS can design a unique program for your agency or organization including GPS group experiences, in-depth teaching and practicums, mentorship and curriculum development for your unique population. Programs are available on location or online. Group prices are available as is scholarship. Contact us for more information.
"I've been leading groups forever, but it wasn't until I learned GPS that I found my way."
~ LaShonta Edwards, A Mother's Sanctuary, Houston, TX