Lisa Stern, PhD, ABPP
Welcome to the American Board of Group Psychology (ABGP). The ABGP is responsible for establishing criteria related to the definition, education, training, competencies, and examination required for certification as a specialist in group psychology. To this end, we serve the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) by recruiting and examining group psychologists. We also advocate for group psychology and group psychotherapy. Governed by board-certified members, we represent the specialty on a national level. In addition, we represent the Group Psychology Specialty Section of ABPP and function through a merged Board of Directors and Academy.
Because group psychologists pursue ABPP certification at different stages in their careers, we offer several pathways to membership. Early Career Psychologists are those within ten years of postdoctoral experience; the Senior Option is designed for psychologists with fifteen or more years of postdoctoral experience; graduate students may be paired with a mentor until they are ready for the examination; and we also offer co-boarding opportunities for those who already hold ABPP certification in another specialty. Click here to learn more about these pathways.
Part of our mission is to serve the public by disseminating research on the efficacy of group treatments and facilitating referrals to ABPP-certified psychologists. Our website informs the public about group psychology while also providing interested psychologists with information about the examination process and current developments in the field. If you would like more information, please contact me directly.
Like all certifying boards, we serve both the public and fellow professionals. If we can be of assistance, please let us hear from you.