Connect 2027 February 22-27, 2027
Early Bird Registration is Now Open!
Be among the first to register for AGPA Connect 2027 and take advantage of Early Bird registration rates.
The full AGPA Connect 2027 program and individual program selections will be available at a later date. Early Bird registrants will receive priority access to program selection when the program is released.
About AGPA Connect 2027
AGPA Connect 2027 offers participants across mental health disciplines the opportunity to expand their knowledge and clinical effectiveness in group psychotherapy. The program provides pathways to develop new approaches, refine therapeutic methods, engage with current research and theory, and exchange clinical wisdom with colleagues. It also offers opportunities to connect with a multidisciplinary professional community that supports and strengthens one’s work with groups.
Program Structure
AGPA Connect is composed of three major program components, each designed to enhance learning in different ways:
- One-Day Special Institute (Monday, February 22)
- Two-Day Institute (Tuesday–Wednesday, February 23-24) Small-group training emphasizing experiential learning and personal exploration of group dynamics.
- Three-Day Conference (Thursday–Saturday, February 25-27) A wide range of workshops, open sessions, and scientific presentations addressing contemporary clinical, theoretical, and research developments in group psychotherapy.
AGPA Connect 2027 Highlights
Monday, February 22 — Special Institute Presentations
Special Institute 1: Leticia Nieto, PsyD, LMFT, TEP
Special Institute 2: Justin Hecht, PhD, CGP, AGPA-F
Tuesday, February 23 — Sally B. Henry Institute Opening Plenary Address
Jan Morris, PhD, ABPP, CGP, AGPA-F
Thursday, February 25 — Conference Opening Plenary
Ramani Durvasula, PhD
Friday, February 26 — Anne & Ramon Alonso Plenary Address
Candis Watts-Smith, PhD
Saturday, February 27 — Mitchell Hochberg Memorial Public Education Event
Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP
Saturday, February 27 — Louis R. Ormont Event
Dennis M. Kivlighan Jr., PhD
Additional program information will be announced as it becomes available.
Scholarships for AGPA Connect are available through the Group Foundation for Advancing Mental Health – you can find out more information and apply here.
Proposals for Connect 2027
This year’s theme invites us to explore how groups foster resilience, connection, and transformation in challenging conditions. We look forward to learning from one another, sharing innovative ideas, and strengthening the relationships that sustain our professional community.
Possible areas of exploration include:
- Strengthening human connection in an era of polarization and isolation
- Responding to the complexity and intersectionality of human identities
- Evidence-based and integrative approaches to group psychotherapy
- The integration of creative arts in group practice
- Applications of neuroscience to group psychotherapy
- Lessons learned from global crises, social conflict, and collective trauma
- Fostering resilience, adaptation, and growth in groups facing complex challenges
At AGPA, diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and social justice are fundamental to ethical group practice. All proposals must clearly address how issues related to diversity, inclusion, social justice, and/or anti-oppressive practice will be incorporated into the presentation.
We invite you to share your clinical wisdom, research, and creativity with a community of dedicated teacher-learners. We also ask that presenters review and adhere to the Guidelines for Creating Affirming and Restorative Group Experiences – AGPA
The strength of AGPA Connect has always rested on the generosity, innovation, and expertise of its members. Whether you are presenting a well-established topic through a new lens or introducing an emerging idea, your contribution matters.
Thank you for submitting a proposal for AGPA Connect 2027.
Hotel & Travel
Book your stay at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.
2027 Sponsors
We offer several ways to increase the visibility of your company’s products and services at AGPA Connect. Each sponsorship includes acknowledgment as a sponsor on the AGPA Connect webpage, onsite signage, and podium recognition.
Let us work with you to find the best way to get information about your company to our members and meeting attendees. Contact Devin Robinson at (847) 686-2230 or [email protected] for more information.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations must be submitted in writing by February 2, 2027, and will be subject to a $50 service charge. Refunds will not be granted after February 2, 2027 except in extenuating circumstances. Letters outlining special circumstances will be reviewed by the AGPA Executive Committee following the meeting.