The American Group
Psychotherapy Association Mission Statement
Founded in 1942, the
American Group Psychotherapy Association is a multi-disciplinary organization dedicated to
advancing knowledge, research, and training in group psychotherapy to benefit the
client/patient population. The Association is committed to:
- Promoting quality group psychotherapy
care as a primary method of treatment that is clinically sound, cost-effective, and
accessible;
- Advancing group psychotherapy training
and research;
- Providing a network of peer support that
serves the professional needs of group practitioners; and
- Advocating for quality care on behalf of
its members, clients/patients and the public.
AGPA serves as the
national voice specific to the interests of group psychotherapy. Its
3,000+ members and 31
Affiliate Societies provide a wealth of professional,
education, and social support for group psychotherapists in the United States and abroad.
Our members come from over twelve different disciplines, including Psychology, Creative Arts Therapy, Psychiatry, Nursing, Social Work, Alcoholism Counseling, and Marriage and Family Therapy.
American Group Psychotherapy
Association History:
25
Year ?
50 Year
American Group Psychotherapy Association Bylaws
American Group Psychotherapy Association Board of Directors Public Information and Legislative Initiatives
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
Committees and Task Forces |
