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Being an Ethical Group Psychotherapist:
Presented by:
August 21, 2010
An Ongoing Commitment to Self- Analysis & Emotional Engagement
Kitty Deering, Ph.D., CGP
Philip J Flores, Ph.D., CGP, ABPP
Objectives:
Explore personal qualities of the psychotherapist that may contribute to therapeutic engagement and ethical practice.
Reflect on ways to cultivate self-awareness to maximize therapeutic effectiveness and ethical decision-making.
Examine the intersubjective nature of group psychotherapy, using case examples that demonstrate potential ethical and clinical dilemmas.
Belonging to a Group:
Presented by:
October 9, 2010
An Attachment Theory and Object Relations Perspective
Scott Rutan, Ph.D.
Objectives:
Learn the healing capacity of belonging.
Learn how to promote belonging in their therapy groups.
Learn the technical ramifications of using either Attachment Theory or Object Relations Theory.
Learn which patients are most in need of group psychotherapy.
The Atlanta Group Psychotherapy Society (AGPS) promotes the personal and professional growth of individuals interested in the theory and practice of group psychotherapy. Centered in the conviction that the person of the therapist is the essential factor in effective psychotherapy, we welcome practicing and aspiring group leaders into our interpersonally and experientially oriented community and its learning programs.
We offer a number of services through our website. Individuals seeking information about therapy groups in the Atlanta area can view a complete listing under Group Listings. Therapists interested in joining our organization may find more information in our Membership Section.