Group Psychotherapy

Degree Granted

Advanced Certificate

Degree Level

Graduate Certificate

Location

Online

School

Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology

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Hands-on learning with our group psychotherapy training certificate from Adelphi University on Long Island

Group Psychotherapy Training Program

This two-year online postgraduate Group Psychotherapy training program, firmly rooted in a relational approach to treatment, consists of intensive didactic and experiential learning, clinical supervision and personal group therapy.

The primary objective is to train candidates in becoming thoughtful and passionate practitioners of relational group psychotherapy, with an appreciation, excitement and deep understanding of relational theory and its creative applications.

Graduates of the program will receive a postgraduate certificate in group psychotherapy from Adelphi and will be eligible to apply for certified group psychotherapist (CGP) certification from the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).

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 on Long Island
Group supervision
Individual supervision
Personal group psychotherapy

90%^* * based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2022

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 2022

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Courses & Requirements

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Plan of Study for the Group Psychotherapy Certificate

Application Requirements

Applicants for this group psychotherapy post graduate 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

Graduate Application

International Students

Related Programs

Clinical Psychology (PhD)

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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 2025 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #7 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact. Ranked 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: Career Development

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. Expert Career Guidance

U.S. News & World Report

Adelphi University has been named a Best College among National Universities for seven consecutive years. Adelphi remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island. A Best College