Breakfast Club Committee

The Breakfast Club Committee organizes NSGP's free colloquium series, where members and non-members alike have the opportunity to network and discuss group therapy-related topics. Meetings are held in person at various locations, each centered on a specific theme or topic.

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Co-Chairs

Corey Flanders

Samantha Dorian

Members

Damla Tuzcu

Daphne Korsah

Conference Committee

The Conference Committee is responsible for planning and implementing NSGP's annual conference — the organization's largest event of the year. The committee works closely with the Board throughout the process and is made up of several sub-committees, each focused on a different aspect of the conference program. These include, for example, the Experiential Group sub-committee, which develops the experiential group offerings, and the Workshop sub-committee, which organizes the workshops.

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Co-Chairs

William Sharp

Amanda Neas

Members

Joyce Collier

E Merten

Geri Reinhardt

Nathaniel Wade

Experience Groups

Kim McNamara  

Workshops

Sasha Watkins

Mary Barnes

Membership Committee

The Membership Committee focuses on welcoming and orienting new members, ensuring they have the information and resources they need to get the most out of their NSGP membership. The committee also organizes member events such as social meetups and other gatherings that foster connection within the community. More broadly, the committee works on outreach to potential new members and on growing NSGP's membership.

Learn More about Becoming an NSGP Member

Co-Chairs

E Merten

Natasha Khoury

Members

Michael Murray

Ali Urbano

Mentorship Committee

The Mentorship Committee oversees NSGP's mentorship program, which supports the personal and professional growth of members at all stages of their careers. The committee works to facilitate meaningful mentoring relationships between NSGP members, connecting those seeking guidance with experienced practitioners in the field. 

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Co-Chairs

Suzanne L Cohen

Jessi Lawrence

Members

Babara McQueen  

Newsletter Committee

The Newsletter Committee produces NSGPeople, NSGP's member newsletter, published twice a year in digital format. The committee's co-chairs serve as co-editors, conducting interviews, gathering organizational news, and putting together each issue. To read the latest issue or browse previous editions, visit our Newsletter page.

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Co-Editors

Yoko Hisano

Niklas Jordow

Members

Jackson Rowley  

Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee is responsible for identifying and vetting candidates for elected positions on the NSGP Board of Directors, including President-elect, Secretary, Treasurer, and Members at Large. The committee confirms candidates' willingness to serve and presents a slate of nominees to the membership for a vote.

Co-Chairs

Steffen Fuller

Sara Emerson

Members

Nadia Khatchadourian

Maddie Freeman

Ann Koplow

Sasha Watkins

Joel Krieg

Practice Development Committee

The Practice Development Committee promotes and supports the development and practice of group psychotherapy. The committee organizes informal, short-format events and workshops on current practice topics, open to both members and non-members, making them a accessible way to connect with fellow clinicians and learn from local experts. The committee also maintains the group therapy referral list on the NSGP website.

Learn more about the Practice Development Workshops

Co-Chairs

Oona Metz

Members

Christine Boie

Joyce Collier

Amy Matias

Rebecca Holohan

Scholarship Committee

The Scholarship Committee reviews scholarship applications, evaluates candidates, and communicates award decisions to applicants. NSGP offers partial scholarships to support members in accessing its programs and events. 

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Co-Chairs

Sarah Stone

Jenn Ruiz

Scott Rutan

Training Committee

The Training Committee organizes and administers NSGP's training program, which offers several recurring pathways for clinicians looking to develop their skills in group psychotherapy. These include the Experiential Group, a 24-week training group focused on group dynamics and process; the Principles of Group Psychotherapy course, a structured curriculum covering theory and practice; group observation opportunities in collaboration with the Brookline Center for Community Mental Health; and group consultation for clinicians in the early and middle stages of their development.

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Principles of Group Psychotherapy Course

Weekly Experiential Group

Balint-Oriented Monthly Consultation Group

Co-Chairs

Annie Weiss

Cathy Dubois

Members

Mary Alicia Barnes

Sasha Watkins

Gabriela Perez-Gil

Shunda McGahhe

Rey Junco