Northeastern Society for Group Psychotherapy upcoming events

Observation Group 2 (Tuesday, October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:15:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians (and beyond) to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

The Center hosts two Observation Groups that run throughout the year as part of our group therapy program. For clinicians seeking to become more skilled in group therapy, the Observation Groups offer the opportunity to witness, discuss, and better understand how to lead process-oriented groups. Each Observation Group is led by senior clinicians who are recognized experts in the field.

Observation Group 2 (Tuesdays) operates in a hybrid fashion (i.e., every other week in-person and online). Observers can be in the room, or on zoom, enabling observation from distant locations. Please know that the in-person sessions take place in The Brookline Center’s conference room, which is completely ADA accessible.

Observation Group 2 is led by Louis Arcudi, LMHC and Julie Anderson, PhD, CGP.

Learn more and register here.

Observation Group 1 (Thursday, October 29, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 1 (Thursdays) holds in-person sessions full-time. Please know that the in-person sessions take place in The Brookline Center’s conference room, which is completely ADA accessible.

Observation Group 1 is led by Jeff Brand, Psy.D. and Amy Matias, LICSW, Ph.D.

Learn more and register here.

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, November 02, 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The Experiential Group is a weekly training group for clinicians interested in developing skills and confidence as group leaders through experience as group members. Participants learn first hand about the powerful opportunities and complex challenges of small group dynamics.

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

Completion of the Experience Group and submission of an online evaluation offers CEUS for social workers, psychologists, and licensed mental health counselors. All participants also receive a complimentary one year Student membership to NSGP or comparable discount for another membership level.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

FINANCIAL SCHOLARSHIPS: Scholarships may be available. If funds are available, partial scholarships will be awarded based on application strength, financial need, passion/interest for group therapy, and involvement in NSGP. See below to learn more about NSGP's SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. NOTE - Scholarship Applications are due by September 7, 2026 to be considered. Thank you!

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

DISCLAIMER: The Experiential Group is not a therapy group. Although participating in a training group may have therapeutic value, the goal is for learning about group dynamics and process rather than personal change and the leader will function with this in mind.

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

Observation Group 2 (Tuesday, November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:15:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians (and beyond) to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 2 is led by Louis Arcudi, LMHC and Julie Anderson, PhD, CGP.

Learn more and register here.

Observation Group 1 (Thursday, November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 1 (Thursdays) holds in-person sessions full-time. Please know that the in-person sessions take place in The Brookline Center’s conference room, which is completely ADA accessible.

Observation Group 1 is led by Jeff Brand, Psy.D. and Amy Matias, LICSW, Ph.D.

Learn more and register here.

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, November 07, 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, November 09, 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

Observation Group 2 (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:15:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians (and beyond) to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 2 is led by Louis Arcudi, LMHC and Julie Anderson, PhD, CGP.

Learn more and register here.

Observation Group 1 (Thursday, November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 1 (Thursdays) holds in-person sessions full-time. Please know that the in-person sessions take place in The Brookline Center’s conference room, which is completely ADA accessible.

Observation Group 1 is led by Jeff Brand, Psy.D. and Amy Matias, LICSW, Ph.D.

Learn more and register here.

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

Observation Group 2 (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 15:15:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians (and beyond) to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 2 is led by Louis Arcudi, LMHC and Julie Anderson, PhD, CGP.

Learn more and register here.

Observation Group 1 (Thursday, November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP and The Brookline Center invites Boston-area clinicians to observe and learn from our most seasoned group therapists in this enriching professional development series.

Observation Group 1 (Thursdays) holds in-person sessions full-time. Please know that the in-person sessions take place in The Brookline Center’s conference room, which is completely ADA accessible.

Observation Group 1 is led by Jeff Brand, Psy.D. and Amy Matias, LICSW, Ph.D.

Learn more and register here.

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, November 23, 2026)

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, November 30, 2026)

Mon, 30 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, December 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, December 07, 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

2026 NSGP Weekly Experiential Group (Monday, December 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

NSGP Weekly Experiential Group 2026

Join one of our stellar learning opportunities for building your skills

The program is facilitated by Amy Matias, PhD, LICSW, CGP.

WHEN: September 21 to December 14 (not including Indigenous People’s Day)

WHERE: This group takes place in person in Cambridge. The location will be emailed to all registered and paid participants.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

STUDENT & BIPOC RATES AVAILABLE

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Contact Cathy DuBois at Catherine_dubois@williamjames.edu

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION & BILLING: Contact Anahit Khumaryan at support@nsgp.com

Click here to read/download the previous CE Accreditation Statement for the EG.

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, January 02, 2027)

Sat, 02 Jan 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2027 Principles of Group Psychotherapy Course (Saturday, January 09, 2027)

Sat, 09 Jan 2027 20:00:00 GMT

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).
Scholarship and BIPOC/Student Rate available

You might be eligible for the NSGP Financial Scholarships or BIPOC Rate. For more information, go to the NSGP Scholarships webpage.

Registration deadline: January 4th, 2027.

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

SPACE IS LIMITED – REGISTER TODAY!

SCHEDULE

- Welcome & Orientation

Monday, January 4, 2026, 7:30-8:15 PM

Virtual (Zoom) – link will be emailed to registrants

1. Foundations

Mary Alicia Barnes, OT, OTD and Sasha Watkins, Ed.D., LMHC

Saturday, January 9, 2027

2. Structure and Dynamics

Shunda McGahee, MD

Saturday, February 27, 2027

3. Formation and Development

Gabriela Perez-Gil, LMHC, CGP, PSYA.D., and Cathy Dubois, PSY.D.

Saturday, March 20, 2027

4. Ethics, Neuroscience, IFS and Personal Style

Annie Weiss, LICSW, CGP, FAGPA-F

Saturday, April 10, 2027

5. Leadership Tasks and Skills

Rey Junco, Ed.D, LMHC, LPC

Saturday, May 22, 2027

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!

Download brochure

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, February 06, 2027)

Sat, 06 Feb 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, March 06, 2027)

Sat, 06 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, April 03, 2027)

Sat, 03 Apr 2027 13:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2026-2027 Balint-oriented Monthly Consultation Group (Saturday, May 01, 2027)

Sat, 01 May 2027 13:00:00 GMT

Feeling burnt out? Looking for a reflective space?

Join us for the next NSGP Monthly Zoom Consultation Group!

️Dates:
November 2026 – May 2027
1st Saturday of each month

Time: 9:00–10:00 AM (ET)

What to Expect:

A closed group of up to 6 participants (minimum of 3) will meet monthly in a Balint-oriented frame to reflect on and explore challenges in clinical work and organizational dynamics.

Cost:

$200 – NSGP Members
$250 – Non-Members
BIPOC/Student rate available

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2026

Contact for More Information:

Ann Koplow – annjk53@hotmail.com
Mary Barnes – mary.barnes@tufts.edu

Interested in learning more about this kind of work?
Read Julie Anderson and Ann Koplow’s article on their Balint workshop experience in the Summer/Fall 2023 issue of NSGPeople.

We look forward to seeing you there!