About the Society
The American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama was founded in April, 1942, by J.L.
Moreno, MD. Rooted in the philosophy of Dr. Moreno, the ASGPP promotes the development of creativity,
spontaneity and encounter to enhance the relationship between individuals, families and communities;
and works actively to heal and transform society through the knowledge and practice of psychodrama,
group psychotherapy and sociometry in all of its diverse applications.
The objectives of the Society are:
to foster the national and international cooperation of all who are concerned with the theory and practice of psychodrama, sociometry, and group psychotherapy;
to encourage and promote professional training in psychodrama, sociometry, and group psychotherapy;
to promote the spread and fruitful application of theories and methods of psychodrama, sociometry,and group psychotherapy in professional disciplines concerned with the well-being of individuals,groups, families, and organizations;
to disseminate information about psychodrama, sociometry, and group psychotherapy and their applications to the general public, other professionals, and public policy makers;
to promote and publish research in psychodrama, sociometry, group psychotherapy, and related fields,
to maintain a code of professional standards relevant to the purposes of the Society.
Membership Benefits
Here are just some of the benefits ASGPP members enjoy:
Be part of a large formal network dedicated to the support and development of the Society’s aims;
Have professional interests represented and protected on a national level;
Receive The Journal of Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry, Psychodrama Network News, all
publications and notices;
Attend the Annual Meeting and selected training programs at a reduced price;
Access to an online membership directory;
Promote your activities, programs and events on the ASGPP website;
Regional Chapters and Collectives for networking at the local level;
Membership in National Coalition for Creative Arts Therapy Associations;
Continuing Education
The ASGPP is an Approved Continuing Education Provider for the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, National Board of Certified Counselors, and the National Registry of Group Psychotherapists. Members who are qualified trainers are eligible to become Approved CEU Providers.
For More Information About ASGPP:
Please write or call the National Office at
The American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama
301 N. Harrison Street, Suite 508
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: (609) 452-1339 / Fax: (732) 605-7033
Email: asgpp@ASGPP.org
Website: www.ASGPP.org
Categories of Membership
Regular Members $100.00
Any person who supports the aims and standards of the Society is eligible to become a regular member. Members in
good standing shall be eligible to vote at meetings and other proceedings of the society, chair and serve on committees
and seek nomination for elected positions. Candidates for President-Elect and Treasurer are required to have some experience on the Executive Council.
Student Members $50.00
A Student member is anyone who can demonstrate at least half-time enrollment in a college or university. Student
members are eligible for appointments to committees, but not for nomination to elected positions.
Those prospective members for whom payment of dues would be a financial hardship should contact the National
Office. Membership in the Society represents a commitment to its purposes and standards and is not an endorsement of
professional competence.
ASGPP Membership Application Form
Clip, complete & return this form and your dues check to the ASGPP National Office
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ASGPP member who encouraged you to join (if applicable)________________________________________________