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- NEW ETHICS WORKSHOP (3 CEU):
Being an Ethical Group Psychotherapist:
An Ongoing Commitment to Self- Analysis & Emotional EngagementPresented by:
Kitty Deering, Ph.D., CGP
Philip J Flores, Ph.D., CGP, ABPPAugust 21, 2010
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.
- October 9 , 2010 - SAVE THE DATE!
Belonging to a Group:
An Attachment Theory and Object Relations PerspectivePresented by:
Scott Rutan, Ph.D.
October 9, 2010
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.
- Our New Board Members have been added to our Contacts page.
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.