The Group Psychologist
A newsletter of Division 49
Columns
President's Column
By Jean Keim, PhD
President Keim highlights key events and sessions at the upcoming 2011 APA Annual Convention
From Your Editors
By Thomas Treadwell, EdD, and Leann Terry, PhDThe editors share thoughts on the 119th APA Annual Convention
President-Elect's Column
By Nina Brown, EdDThe president-elect spotlights proposed book series "Group Psychology and Group Psychotherapy in Practice 101"
Prevention Corner
By Elaine Clanton HarpineExpanding training programs is central to the effectiveness of group prevention
Student Committee Report and Some Additional Words of Wisdom
Training sites that help improve group therapy skills
Group Psychotherapy Column
- Utilizing Media as Poetry, Music, Imagery, and Symbolic Objects in Group Therapy
Media artifacts used during sessions are an important part of group process and functioning
By John Breeskin, PhD, ABPP
Featured Articles
- Psychodrama and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Complementary Companions Part I
Exploration of cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodrama techniques
By Jenny Wilson - Early Career Musings: Shrinking Distances and Growing Connections
The author reflects on the connections formed with colleagues
By Leann Terry, PhD - Leon Hoffman's Latest Thoughts
Groups that work well in ensemble can deal successfully with life's nuisances
By Leon Hoffman
Announcements
- Division 49 APA Convention Schedule and Poster Sessions
View complete 2011 APA Convention program and poster sessions
- 2011 Division 49: Society of Group Psychology and Group Psychotherapy Election Results
List of candidates elected to a 3-year term of office
- Call for Nominations: American Psychological Foundation
Nominations for the 2012 Gold Medal Awards are being accepted
Committee Reports
- Development Committee Report
Committee updates include new Society logo, revised website, search for new chair and creation of promotion materials
By Nina Brown, EdD - Federal Advocacy Coordinator Report
Highlights include medicare reimbursement, HITECH Act incentives, presentations by House Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR)
By Gloria Behar Gottsegen, PhD - Group Dynamics Editor Search Committee Final Report
Review of editor selection process
By Gary M. Burlingame, Dennis Kivlighan, and Craig D. Parks