AGPA Connect 2023 - Group as a Catalyst for Reimagining and Embracing our Future
American Group Psychotherapy Association Annual Meeting
March 6-11, 2023
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, New York, New York
AGPA Connect is for mental health professionals, clinicians, psychiatric residents, and graduate students in mental health degree programs working with groups or in training who wish to be kept abreast of new developments and expand the scope of their clinical practices. It comprises three major sections: the Special Institute, the Two-Day Institute, and the Conference. AGPA Connect 2023 is a hybrid event.
The Special Institute is on Monday, March 6, followed by the Two-Day experiential Institute groups on Tuesday & Wednesday, March 7 & 8. The Two-Day Institute is for small group experiential teaching. The Conference follows on Thursday-Saturday, March 9-March 11th. It offers a variety of formats, including courses, limited registration workshops, open session panels on special topics, and original scientific paper sessions.
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Mental health professionals currently working with groups or in training who wish to be kept abreast of new developments and expand the scope of their clinical practices.
After participating in AGPA Connect, attendees will be able to:
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Identify, review and integrate basic group dynamic concepts into their group practice;
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Compare the theoretical underpinnings of various schools of group therapy;
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Conduct groups in a variety of settings with a broad range of populations;
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Apply evidenced-based practices as they relate to group therapy.
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World-renowned faculty are available to instruct, challenge, and inspire you.
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Earn between 25 and 39 continuing education credits in your affiliated discipline.
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You can learn valuable, proven strategies and clinical techniques that can be used immediately.
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A full menu of diversified offerings designed to sharpen your knowledge and skills is available.
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You can take advantage of time away from the day-to-day pressures of work. You’ll return refreshed, stimulated, and rejuvenated—and ready for new challenges ahead.
Hear what Francis Kaklauskas, Psy.D, CGP, FAGPA, Elizabeth Olson, Psy.D, LCSW and Levi have to say about attending the AGPA Annual Meeting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How to Register
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Hotel Information
AGPA Connect 2023 will be held at the:
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
811 7th Avenue (at W. 53rd Street)
New York, New York 10019
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Book your hotel room now for the AGPA Early Bird Rate of $249/night single/double occupancy (Club level available at $289). After December 15th, rates increase to $269/night single/double occupancy ($309 for Club Level).
Attention Students: Even further room discounts are available to early career professionals (graduated within the last four years), full-time students and psychiatric residents ($84.50 per person/double occupancy required). Student rooms are handled on a first-come, first-serve basis while they are available. Room shares are required. All inquiries for student housing are to be addressed to the AGPA office only and must be accompanied by verification of status. The student room reservation form can be found within AGPA Connect's online registration form. Register for AGPA Connect 2023 to reserve your student room: https://na.eventscloud.com/connect2023.
All inquiries for student housing are to be directed to the AGPA office only. By phone: 877-668-2472 (toll free) or 212-297-2190; email: [email protected].