Ormont stated that progressive emotional communication was one hallmark of effective group functioning. He wrote that progressive emotional communication includes three ingredients: members put their feelings into words, they express those feelings towards others in the group, and the communication should be progressive, or said differently, it will be more meaningful if new content keeps arising. This didactic and experiential workshop explores the role of progressive emotional communication in group psychotherapy and describes ways it can be cultivated for the good of the group.
Learning Objectives. Participants will be able to:
Describe progressive emotional communication in a group psychotherapy context.
Highlight communications which are not emotional, nor direct or progressive.
List three group characteristics that foster progressive emotional communication.
Date: Sunday, December 6, 2026
Time: 4:00 — 6:30 pm ET
Instructor: Jordan Price
Location: Online via Zoom, link to be provided
Skill Level and Target Audience: All