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The Washington School of Psychiatry

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National group psychotherapy institute

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2022!


The Institute comprises a two-year program of six intensive weekend group conferences, focusing on contemporary approaches to psychodynamic group psychotherapy and issues in group therapy. Each conference offers multiple opportunities within the faculty/member community for didactic and experiential learning, including lectures and panel discussions, demonstration groups, small group experiences and large group experiences. Attention to diversity issues and multiple minority identities are featured topics in some conferences, but attended to in every weekend, even when not the main focus.


Participation in the Institute is open to mental health practitioners and clinicians-in-training who are interested in learning about groups and about group therapy. Group therapy experience, either as a participant or a group leader, is not a pre-requisite. 


There are two options for participation:

  1. Full Institute participants attend the entire cycle of six conferences and belong to the same small group throughout
  2. Single-conference participants attend on a per conference basis and are assigned to a small group formed only for that particular conference. 


 It is possible to register for multiple conferences and not attend the entire two-year institute. 

All conferences take place at the Washington School of Psychiatry, 5028 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Ste. 400, Washington, DC 200016; Tel: 202. 237. 2700. The conferences are held on Saturday and Sunday, unless stated otherwise on the brochure for each conference. 

Conference Schedule

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Program information

Learning Outcomes

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Instructional Format

NGPI will be 100% virtual and classes will be held synchronously via Zoom.         


Students will need to ensure that their computer/laptop and web browser works with Zoom. Click here to learn more about Zoom compatibility requirements.       


Students will be able to access course readings and syllabi via their program's Microsoft OneDrive. To successfully participate in courses, students need the following:     

  • Computer/Laptop with audio and visual capacity     
  • Basic technology skills (e.g., familiarity with powering the computer; typing; browsing the internet)     
  • Access to internet and Word Processing Software        


Students will not need to have a Microsoft or Zoom account to join class meetings or access course files. However, faculty may require a password to access meetings or files. Please consult with your faculty to obtain access.           


For technical assistance, please contact your faculty or you may contact the WSP Administrative Office by email at washschool@wspdc.org or by phone at 202-237-2700.

Training Component Option

A faculty advisor is available to assist any Institute member seeking additional training components to supplement their educational Institute experience, including: 

  • Supervision of clinical group work
  • Basic Principles of Group Psychotherapy Course
  • Guidance in beginning a therapy group
  • Continuing education opportunities in group therapy


An advanced Training Track is available to persons interested in getting the necessary training for eligibility to obtain the Certificate of Group Psychotherapy through the American Group Psychotherapy. 

Supervision

Individuals interested in the Advanced Training Track would need to complete the Basic Principles course listed above and obtain 75 hours of group psychotherapy consultative supervision in addition to attending the six (6) weekend conferences. 

Continuing Education Credits

 Pending approval, 72 CE credits will be available for the two-year certificate program. 


NGPI consists three (3) conferences per academic year. 12 CEs  are awarded for each conference. A certificate of attendance will be awarded for each conference individually.    


To receive the credits, attendees must attend 100% of each conference. Partial credit is not possible. Students must provide "proof of presence" by ensuring that their camera is on during each conference.    

Conference Materials

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Faculty

Chair

Steve Van Wagoner, PhD, CGP, FAGPA

 

Dean

Jonathan Stillerman, PhD, CGP 


Faculty

Maryetta Andrews-Sachs, MA, CGP, FAGPA 

Kavita Avula, PsyD, CGP 

Mary Tatum Chappell, PsyD 

Mary Dluhy, MSW, CGP, FAGPA 

Molly Donovan, PhD, CGP, FAGPA 

Karen Eberwein, PsyD, CGP 

Stacey Jackson-Lampley, PhD 

Bradley Lake, MSW, CGP 

Victoria Lee, PhD, CGP 

Beatrice Liebenberg, MSW, CGP, DFAGPA 

Rachel Miller, PsyD, CGP 

Farooq Mohyuddin, MD, CGP, FAGPA 

Reginald Nettles, PhD, CGP 

Leon Paparella, MSW, CGP 

Bruce Pickle, PsyD 

Robert Schulte, MSW, CGP 

Rosemary Segalla, PhD, ABPP, CGP, FAGPA 

Christopher Straley, MSW, CGP, CST 

Ayana Watkins-Northern, PhD, CGP 

Barry Wepman, PhD, CGP, LFAGPA

Admissions Requirements


Application Deadlines


Note: NGPI is not currently accepting applications for the 2021-2022 academic year. But applications for the 2022-2024 cycle are now open!


Applications for training courses are due by August 15 to the WSP administrative office each year. After this date, admissions will be considered on a space-available basis and is up to the faculty of each program. Reach out to the program contact (above) for more information.  


Please submit the following to the Washington School of Psychiatry:

  • Completed WSP Application (by August 15)
  • Current Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Experience
  • $50 Nonrefundable Application Fee


All applicants will be interviewed by faculty.


Admissions Requirements

Applicants must have: 

  • Interviews with the Program Chair, Dean, or a member of the Selection Committee will be conducted prior to acceptance into the two-year Program


 The Program is open to psychiatrists, medical residents, psychologists, doctoral psychology students, social workers, social work students, nurses, counselors and other licensed mental health professionals.

Admissions

If you have any questions about the admissions process, please contact Dr. Elia Tamplin via email (etamplin@wspdc.org) or by phone 202-237-2700.   

Steven Van Wagoner, PhD, CGP, FAGPA 

slwagoner@verizon.net   


Program Email 

NationalGroupPsychotherapyInstitute@wspdc.org)  


Admission to the Program is by application and interview.        


Application Deadline 

Fall Only - August 15th    


*After this date, admission will be considered on a space-available basis and is up to the faculty of each program.    


Please note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all materials are received by the deadline. Applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt of their materials by contacting the WSP Administrative Office by phone 202-237-2700 or via email (washschool@wspdc.org).     


An incoming class is composed of a maximum of 35 students.     


Admissions Requirements

Applicants should have interest, education, and/or training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and interest in learning about groups and about group therapy.    


Applicants will be contacted to arrange interviews by the program chair.      


How to Apply

1.  Apply for admission to the Washington School of Psychiatry with an online application.    


2.  Submit the following documents as separate pdf files in ONE email to application@wspdc.org.  

  • Current CV/Resume* 
  • Statement of Interest & Experience (1 page max)*  
  • Two Professional References*


*To learn more about requirements for the CV, Statement of Interest & Experience, and Professional Reference documents, including formatting, visit our admissions page. 


Note: Applicants should include (YOUR LAST NAME)-(YOUR FIRST NAME)-(GROUP PROGRAM) in the subject line. Please attach all items as PDFS.    


3.  Pay 50$ non-refundable fee at https://wspdc.org/home under the Make a Payment section.     


The program is committed to fostering diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for students from various mental health professions and other fields.


Application Fee 

$50 (non-refundable)    


Program Deposit 

$300 (applied towards tuition)    


Tuition  

$1,000 per year (for 2-Year Certificate Program)

$350 per conference (single conference option)


*Tuition payment installments may be arranged through the administrative office.      


Limited scholarship money may be available, based on need and merit. Click here to apply.      


The Sy Rubenfeld Scholarship Fund provides financial support for tuition for clinicians-in-training and early career professionals based on available funds. Contact the program for more information. 


Supervision Fees 

For those who elect to participate in the Advance Training Component, supervision fees are $75 per session and are paid directly to the supervisor.   


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