Past Events
Past Events
Leader As Member: Practical Skill Set for Connecting Across Difference
TWO-DAY INSTITUTE – AUGUST 2023
Presented by Darryl Pure, PhD, ABPP, CGP & Christine Carpenter, PsyD, CGP
Darryl Pure and Christine Carpenter presented a model of leadership based on the Interpersonal Dynamics class they teach at the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business. A growing body of research shows that the most effective leadership style combines unique expertise with the ability to bring ones authentic self to the role. Clinicians are often taught to keep their “selves” out of the therapy space. But this perpetuates a power imbalance that may inhibit the growth potential of the client, particularly for BIPOC and members of other marginalized groups. In this two-day workshop the presenters will demonstrated the power of modeling vulnerability and self-disclosure in service of creating deeper trust and true safety.
Free Happy Hour in Chicago!
June 23, 2023
Time Out Market – 916 W. Fulton Market
Thank you so much to everyone who came out for our Happy Hour! The weather was gorgeous, the view was beautiful and the excitement to be connecting in person around group work was palpable. Many attendees expressed a wish for regular opportunities to gather socially so keep checking back here for more events like this.
Stop “Shoulding” on Yourself: Identifying the Roots of
Shame-Fueled Behavior
June 2022
Presented by Carmen Burlingame, LCSW
This workshop centered on the case for and benefit of a psychoeducational group on the topic of shame. The presenter provided examples of the curriculum and content that was cultivated for this GLS. Case examples were provided from both an in-person and online iteration of the group to explore the benefits of both formats. Attendees had the opportunity for didactic and experiential learning within this workshop. The presenter provided examples for ways in which psychoeducational groups can benefit individuals as a stand-alone group and as a potential feeder for process groups. 2 CEUs available upon completion of the workshop requirements.
Introduction to Psychodrama: The Magic of Growth and Change
February 2022
Presented by Shelley Korshak Firestone, MD, FAGPA, CP, PAT
Psychodrama is perhaps our most powerful and effective tool in our therapeutic arsenal. This largely experiential workshop presents the history, theory, and technique of psychodrama. It will teach techniques invaluable for individual, family, couple, and group psychotherapy and for anyone interested in self-improvement. The participants of this workshop will have the opportunity to experience the magic of growth and change, while gaining training and expertise in basic psychodrama techniques.
50th Anniversary Celebration
In 2014, the Illinois Group Psychotherapy Society officially celebrated 50 years of service!
As a non-profit organization we have remained dedicated to advancing the principles and practice of ethical and effective group psychotherapy since 1964.
We provide training to members, students and local professionals, upholding the highest standards of practice and promoting the development of learning communities.
To honor the 50th Anniversary, we are holding a Celebratory Event in Chicago!
Please join us as IGPS gratefully acknowledges the time and efforts of the board, past and present, and celebrates the dedication of area professionals who maintain this thriving learning environment through their leadership and participation.
Past Conferences
Fall Conference 2019 – The Art of Group Leadership: Staying Open to Ourselves and Others
Presenters: Britt Raphling, LCPC, CGP and Dave Kaplowitz, LMFT, CGP
Spring Conference 2019 – Early Longing, Emotional Engagement, Gender Identity, and Sexual Desire: Being Fully Ourselves in Relationship
Katie Griffin, FAGPA, CGP, LPC
Fall Conference 2018 – Power, Privilege, and Social Location: The Challenge of Exploring Difference in Groups
Paul Gitterman, LICSW, MSc
Spring Conference and All Institute Workshop 2018
Core Course on Group Psychotherapy featuring Hylene S. Dublin, LCSW, ACSW, BCD, CGP, LFAGPA and Lawrence Viers, PhD, CGP
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) featuring Freda Friedman, PhD, LCSW, RNAP
The Tavistock Approach to the Small Study Group featuring Solomon Cytrynbaum, PhD
Self-Regulation Within the Fear of Not Knowing featuring Thomas Herman, LCSW
Fall Conference 2017: The Promise of Real Play Group Psychotherapy
Featuring Katie L. Steele, PhD, CGP, FAGPA
Spring Conference 2017: Gloria Goes to Group: One Group, Three Theoretical Perspectives
Freda Friedman, PhD, LCSW, RNAP
Britt Raphling, LCPC, CGP
Lawrence Viers, PhD, CGP, FAGPA
Panel Moderator: Barney Straus, LCSW, CGP, FAGPA
Fall Conference 2016: Core Issue Completion Therapy
Michael Lukens, PhD
Spring Conference 2016: All Institute Conference
- Attachment Theory and Group Psychotherapy; Darryl Pure, PhD, ABPP, FAGPA, CGP
- Mindfulness-Based Group Psychotherapy; Sarah Kallick, PsyD, CGP and James O’Keefe, JD, LCPC, CGP, NBCCH
- Screams, Scars, Secrets, Shame: Treating Addiction and Underlying Trauma; Marcia Nickow, PsyD, CADC, CGP
- Core Course: The Principles of Group Psychotherapy; Hylene Dublin, LCSW, BCD, CGP, LFAGPA and Lawrence A. Viers, PhD, CGP, FAGPA
Fall Conference 2015: Modern Gestalt Group Therapy: A Relational Approach to Growth and Healing
Peter Cole, LCSW, CGP, and Daisy Reese, LCSW, CGP
Past Social Events
Post-Conference Dinner, Spring 2017
Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Sociale in Chicago. Our featured presenters will join us. This dinner is open to all who wish to attend (and is self-pay).
IGPS Dinner at the Annual Conference of the American Group Psychotherapy Association
Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at Carmine’s in New York City.
Post-Conference Dinner, Fall 2016
Saturday, November 5, 2016, at Trattoria 10, in Chicago.
I registered for my first GLGPS (then IGPS) conference in 2014. At that time, I was primarily interested in networking with other professionals. While I did make some important connections with others at that conference, I gained a lot more than that.
I found the experiential learning inspiring. I had run groups in the past in non-profit agencies, but at that time I was only in a contemplation stage about starting a group in private practice. After the conference I became determined to do so. Because it was experiential, I was reminded what it might be like to be a member of a group and the power of connection with others. It took a few more conferences before I took action and started the group I’m still offering today, but thanks to the GLGPS community I had the support, training and resources I needed for that step.
In 2016 I joined the society’s Programming & Training committee. I’ve enjoyed being a part of a team working hard on offering training experiences that, hopefully, are as beneficial to others as they have been to me. I was honored to be nominated and elected to the chair of P&T in 2020 when then-chair, Bruce Aaron, transitioned to Board President. It’s been a very challenging year plus, but I’m writing this on a very hope-filled day in June and looking forward to being in rooms and circles with new and familiar faces.