64th Annual Conference

8:45 A.M.-12:00 Noon & 2:15-5:30 P.M.

Chair:       

Ronnie Levine, Ph.D., CGP, FAGPA, Faculty, Center for the Advancement of Group Studies, New York, New York

Groups provide an opportunity to develop a more defined self and mature love relationships. As group members mature they develop relationships without sacrificing themselves or disregarding others. This workshop will explore ways group can be effective in facilitating this development.

experiential, didactic, demonstration, sharing of work experiences

Learning Objectives:

The attendee will be able to:

1. Identify the leader's fears that interfere with addressing loving and angry feelings in group.

2. Identify individual and group manifestations of love and hate.

3. Formulate interventions that address emotional needs of group members.

Course References:  

1. Gans, J. (1995). Discussion of Therapist Anger in Group Psychotherapy. International Journal of Group Psychotherapy. 355-362.

2. Ormont, L. (1984). The Leader's Role in Dealing with Aggression in Groups. International Journal of Group Psychotherapy. 34:4. 353-372.

3. Ormont, L. (1988). The Leader's Role in Resolving Resistances to Intimacy in the Group Setting. International Journal of Group Psychotherapy. 38, 29-45.