NSGP Principles of Group Psychotherapy Course
The Principles course consists of a Welcome Orientation and 5 day-long modules, each with a morning didactic and afternoon experiential portion. Each module will take a contextual, culturally sensitive approach to the effective integration and application of theory and practice. All modules will be held in person (with one exception as noted below) in the greater Boston area. The program will meet the didactic requirements for the CGP credential.
This course provides 30 CEs.
The total cost for the program is $750 ($25 per training hour).
You might be eligible for the NSGP Financial Scholarships or BIPOC Rate. For more information, go to the NSGP Scholarships webpage.
Registration deadline: January 6th, 2026.
Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
SPACE IS LIMITED – REGISTER TODAY!
SCHEDULE
- Welcome & Orientation
Justin Hecht, PhD
Sunday January 4, 2026, 3-3:45 PM
Virtual (Zoom) – link will be emailed to registrants
1. Foundations
Mary Alicia Barnes, OT, OTD and Sasha Watkins, Ed.D., LMHC
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Newton Center, MA
2. Structure and Dynamics
Shunda McGahee, MD
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Virtual (Zoom)
3. Formation and Development
Gabriela Perez-Gil, LMHC, CGP, PSYA.D., and Cathy Dubois, PSY.D.
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Newton Center, MA
4. Ethics, Neuroscience, IFS and Personal Style
Annie Weiss, LICSW, CGP, FAGPA-F
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Newton Center, MA
5. Leadership Tasks and Skills
Justin Hecht, PhD, CGP, AGPA-F
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Location TBD
The NSGP Training Committee is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive programming to group leaders, which include culturally informed and racially inclusive material. We look forward to welcoming you!
Annie Weiss, LICSW, CGP and Justin Hecht, PhD, Training Committee Co-Chairs
