Group Psychotherapy Certificate

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This two-year program consists of didactic and experiential course work, clinical supervision, and personal group therapy. Major schools of psychoanalytic group theory and technique are represented with an emphasis on the relational approach. Systems, cognitive, crisis-intervention, and behavioral modalities are included in course work and experiential learning.

Admission Requirements

A doctorate or master’s degree in a mental health field is required. Applicants should complete an application and arrange to send transcripts from their graduate programs, plus two letters of recommendation. The applicant will be contacted for a personal interview.

Program Requirements

Satisfactory completion of the two-year curriculum (for details see derner.adelphi.edu/psychology/postgraduate/group-psychotherapy/)
85 sessions as the therapist to an ongoing group therapy
75 hours of personal supervision (group supervision for up to 50 hours)
A case presentation during the second year or later
15 months of personal group therapy, concurrent with the program

It is also possible to elect a one-or two-year program which involves didactic and experiential course work and leads to a Certificate in Group Process.