About Us background and philosophy

The Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society (EGPS) is a regional multi-disciplinary affiliate of the American Group Psychotherapy Association and was founded in 1955 to promote group approaches to the delivery of human services through teaching, training, research and collegial support. The Society welcomes members from diverse professional backgrounds, including, but not limited to: psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, alcohol and substance abuse counselors, creative arts therapists, marriage and family therapists, mental health and pastoral counselors.
EGPS Statement about Reparations (click here)
Statement of Solidarity and Support for Black Lives (click here)
Statement Against Political Scapegoating (click here)
Activities include:
- Annual Conference
- Spring Event
- Monthly local discussion groups
- Training and Supervision Program in Group Psychotherapy
- EGPS quarterly journal GROUP
- Newsletter
- Referral Service
- Members-only listserv
- On-line Membership Directory
- Social and networking events