Frequently Asked Questions

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IAGP is a professional association dedicated to promoting the understanding and practice of group psychotherapy and group processes worldwide. It serves as a global platform for professionals in the field, fostering collaboration, education, and research. It includes the professional interests of both individual members and affiliated organizations.

Group psychotherapy involves therapy conducted with a group of individuals rather than one-on-one. Group processes refer to the interactions and dynamics within such groups, including communication patterns, roles, and relationships.

Membership in IAGP is open to professionals, practitioners, educators, and researchers interested in group psychotherapy and group processes. This includes psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, therapists, educators, researchers, and students

– Access to a global network of professionals in the field.

– Opportunities for continuing education, training, and professional development.

– Access to research, publications, and resources in group psychotherapy.

– Participation in conferences, workshops, and events.

– Recognition and promotion of ethical standards in group work.

– Opportunities to collaborate and contribute to the field’s development.

You can become a member by filling out the membership application form on our website and paying the applicable membership fee. Visit Membership PageΒ for more details.

IAGP offers various membership categories, including professional, student, and institutional memberships. Each category has different benefits and fees. Visit here for more information.

Membership fees vary depending on the membership category and your geographical location. Fees are structured to accommodate professionals at different stages of their careers and from different regions of the world. Visit here for details.

Membership can be renewed annually through our website. You will receive a reminder when your membership is due for renewal, and you can log in to your account to renew.

– Access to publications, journals, and research articles.

– Online forums and discussion groups.

– Webinars and online courses.

– Job listings and career resources.

– Funding opportunities for research and projects.

The IAGP aims to:

– Promote the practice and understanding of group psychotherapy and group processes.

– Foster professional development and collaboration among members.

– Advance research and knowledge in the field.

– Promote ethical standards and best practices in group work.

– By organizing regional conferences, International congress every three years, online webinars, and in-person events.

– Through online forums and networking opportunities.

– By providing access to resources and publications.

– By facilitating mentorship and peer support.

The IAGP organizes international conferences, regional conferences, webinars, and symposiums focusing on various aspects of group psychotherapy and group processes. These events provide opportunities for learning, networking, and professional development.

You can get involved by attending events, contributing to publications, participating in online discussions, joining committees, and volunteering for various initiatives. Contact us for more information on how to get involved.

No, IAGP is not accredited for issuing certification. It does offer training. These programs are designed to ensure high standards of practice and expertise in the field.

The IAGP supports research through funding opportunities, publication of research articles, and collaboration with academic institutions. We also host research symposiums and provide resources for researchers in the field.

Yes, the IAGP publishes the FORUM and other publications focusing on group psychotherapy and related topics. Members receive access to these publications as part of their membership benefits.

Yes, the IAGP offers training programs, webinars, and courses on various topics related to group psychotherapy and group processes. These programs are designed for professionals at different levels of experience and expertise.

IAGP is divided into six professional sections, each representing a community of professional interest that is supported by a chairperson and a coordinating committee.

The current list of sections reads: Family Therapy, Young Professional, Analytic Group, Psychodrama, Organizacional Consultancy and Transcultural.

The sections represent the interests of individual members only and do not include affiliate members. Affiliate members belong as an individual organization and their representative attends the assembly of affiliate members through the CAOA.

The IAGP has a Code of Ethics that all members are expected to adhere to. We also provide resources, training, and supervision to support ethical practice in group work. The ethics committee is elected independently of the board of directors and oversees this work.

The IAGP was founded in 1974 and has since grown into a global association with members from 25 countries. It has played a significant role in advancing the field of group psychotherapy and group processes.

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