Group Psychotherapy
Hands-on learning with our group psychotherapy training certificate.
Why Earn Your Certificate in Group Psychotherapy at Adelphi University in New York?
This two-year postgraduate Group Psychotherapy training program consists of intensive didactic and experiential learning, clinical supervision and personal group therapy.
Major schools of psychoanalytic group theory and technique are represented with an emphasis on the relational approach. Exposure to systems, cognitive, crisis-intervention and behavioral modalities are theory is also included in the didactic coursework.
Weekly Commitment for Group Psychotherapy Candidates
For the 2019-2020 semesters:
- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm didactic and experiential coursework (twice per-month)
- Leading a group psychotherapy
- Group supervision
- Individual supervision
- Personal group psychotherapy
95%*
* based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2021
of our master’s graduates say that Adelphi University increased their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of professionals in their field
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2021
Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Application Requirements
Applicants for this program and should submit the following:
- Online application form and $60 fee
- Two letters of recommendation from an academic or professional source
- Personal essay (500 words)
- All official college/university transcripts
- Résumé/CV
All applicants will then be contacted for a personal interview.
Admissions
Awards & Recognition
Center for World University Rankings
Adelphi University’s Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology has been ranked fourth worldwide for psychology–psychoanalysis by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). More than 27,000 degree-granting institutions were included in the annual ranking.
CWUR website
Times Higher Education
Adelphi University secures prestigious rankings with the Times Higher Education (THE) 2024 World University Rankings in education, psychology, and social sciences—reinforcing our dedication to academic excellence on a global scale.
Global Recognition
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Adelphi is the highest-ranked university on Long Island in the 2024 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #12 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact.
One of the best
Abound
Adelphi has been recognized among the nation’s top professional graduate degree programs by Abound: Grad School for providing affordable and flexible options, accessibility to professors and campus support services, opportunities to accelerate graduation, and prep for sustained career growth.
A Top Grad School
Colleges of Distinction
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development College for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Career Development Excellence
U.S. News & World Report
Adelphi has been named a Best College in the National Universities for six consecutive years. This year, Adelphi rose an impressive 19 ranking points.
A Best College
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