Chairs:

Gloria Batkin Kahn, Ed.D., ABPP, CGP, FAGPA, Private Practice, Hartsdale, New York

Darryl Feldman, Ph.D., CGP,  Private Practice, Dix Hills, New York

Applying techniques of Imago Relationship Therapy to group therapy will be shown as effective in creating harmony and acceptance of diversity in the group and in couples.  A new treatment paradigm utilizing group therapy for each of the partners as an adjunct to couples work will be discussed and demonstrated.

experiential, didactic, demonstration, sharing of work experiences

Learning Objectives:

The attendee will be able to:
1.  Cite three rules for emotional safety in relationships.
2.  Specify two curative factors of group therapy that ameliorate relationships outside the group.
3.  Describe two ways the group therapist can constructively address projective gridlocks.

Course References:  

1. Hendrix, H. (1990). Getting the Love You Want: A guide for couples. New York: Harper and Row.
2.. Stone, W. and Whitman, R. (1977). Contributions to the Psychology of the Self to Group Process and Group Therapy. International Journal of Group Psychotherapy. 27, 43-359.
3. Yalom, I. (1970). The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy. New York: Basic Books.