Psychodrama Training Intensive: In-Person Training

2026 Psychodrama Training Intensives. Each 3-day intensive offers 25 hours of immersive learning in the method, philosophy, and techniques of psychodrama, sociometry, and group psychotherapy. Through action, didactic teaching, and group processing, you’ll gain specialized clinical skills and a supportive professional community that fosters true self-care. The 2026 Psychodrama Training Intensives will be a closed cohort beginning in February 2026. This closed format will offer unique advantages for those involved. Participants will build mastery and knowledge across the year, have more opportunities and comfort with student-directing (especially good for those on the certification track), and will grow alongside a consistent and familiar community of supportive peers.

2026 Psychodrama Training Intensive Dates:

• Winter: Feb 22–24

• Spring: May 17–19

• Summer: Aug 9–11

• Fall: Nov 8–10

Participant Information

Psychodrama Training Intensives are tailored for professionals and graduate students who wish to enhance their expertise in Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy. These sessions are intended for Social Workers and a range of allied professionals with intermediate to advanced skills, such as Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Professional Counselors, Rehabilitation Counselors, Alcohol and Drug Counselors, Clinical Psychologists, Pastoral Counselors, and Expressive Arts Therapists (including those in Art Therapy, Dance/Movement Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Music Therapy).

Geared towards intermediate level (i.e. graduate students or professionals working towards initial licensure) or advanced level participants (i.e. advanced licensure and expertise), these psychodrama training intensives provide an opportunity to further develop practice and skills. Participants should have previous psychodrama training. This format is ideal for individuals actively pursuing ABE certification or considering that path. Unsure if this training matches your experience level? Contact Scottie directly to discuss if this training is the right fit for you!

Designed for out-of-town participants, these 3-day psychodrama training intensives make it easy to plan a full year of professional growth! Please see travel and accommodation details for support in planning your trip.

Learning Objectives:

• Demonstrate an understanding of psychodramatic structure: warm-up, action, and sharing.

• Verbalize an understanding of psychodramatic theory (i.e. sociometry, role, creativity & spontaneity theory).

• Discuss aspects of psychodrama philosophy i.e. Catharsis of integration, “here & now”, child development, etc.

• Explain and implement a social atom exercise to formulate a clinical hypotheses and treatment plan with clients.

• Discuss and demonstrate directing skills (i.e. determining a therapeutic hypothesis, setting clinical goals, identifying act hungers, open tensions, and central concern).

• Demonstrate an understanding of doubling, mirroring and role reversal techniques.

• Utilize action techniques for assessment, intervention, and evaluation purposes.

• Discuss how sociometry is used to address issues of group dynamics.

• Demonstrate the ability to process a psychodrama sessions using correct terminology (i.e act hunger, open tension system, double, catharsis of abreaction, sociometry, status nescendi, etc.)

• Verbalize the differences between catharsis of abreaction and catharsis of integration

• Identify groups with which psychodrama can be used and adapted to the needs of specific populations.

Presented by Scottie Urmey, LCSW, TEP:

“Scottie”, is founder of Psychodrama New Jersey, a training institute and psychotherapy practice, and has combined 30+ years of experience in psychodrama, creative arts therapies, psychology, and social work. She is past President of the American Board of Examiners in Psychodrama, Sociometry, & Group Psychotherapy (2021-2024), and an approved clinical supervisor for social workers in NJ. A passionate educator, she presents workshops, trainings, and seminars nationally on the topics of psychodrama, sociometry, and group psychotherapy. 

Continuing Education/Training Information:

This course, Psychodrama Training Intensive, Approval #62624-124, provided by Psychodrama New Jersey is approved for continuing education by the New Jersey Social Work Continuing Education Approval Collaborative, which is administered by NASW-NJ. CE Approval Collaborative Approval Period: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 through August 31, 2026. New Jersey social workers will receive 25 Clinical CE credits for participating in this course.

All hours of training are approved by the American Board of Examiners in Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy as training hours toward certification. 

Please note, NASW-NJ Continuing Education credits are also valid for school social workers, LPCs, LMFTs, and LCADCs in NJ.

Inclusivity Position

At Psychodrama NJ, we recognize that nothing is value-free. Every learning space reflects a set of guiding principles, and we want our participants to be clear about the values that shape our learning events. Our programs are grounded in, and intentionally aligned with, the core values and ethics of the Social Work profession and the APA’s principles, including dignity and worth of every person, self-determination, social justice, integrity, cultural humility, and an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

In a world that has become increasingly divisive in recent times, it is more important than ever that everyone who enters our space agrees to co-create and maintain an environment of safety, respect, and mutual care. We are dedicated to fostering a welcoming, safe, and affirming environment for all participants. We honor each person’s presence, perspectives, and willingness to engage vulnerably in meaningful learning. We proudly support individuals of all abilities, religious and spiritual backgrounds, 2SLGBTQIA+ identities, BIPOC communities, and diverse lived experiences.

Because of the authenticity and vulnerability that psychodrama invites, moments of hurt, tenderness, or feeling offended can naturally arise—even in safe and well-held spaces. When this happens, we expect participants to draw on their professionalism and communicate these experiences directly, respectfully, and within the group container. We do not expect everyone to agree all of the time, but we do expect a shared commitment to peaceful communication and maintaining the goal of mutual understanding. We invite participants to bring their “ouches” back to the full group for healing, repair, and collective understanding. This practice deepens trust, models ethical communication, and strengthens the community we are co-creating together.

We believe that together, we build a culture rooted in trust, safety, transparency, and shared responsibility. If you have questions or concerns about your ability to participate in this way, please contact Scottie directly. Our goal is to ensure that every participant is supported in learning, growing, and engaging fully in alignment with our profession’s ethical values and guidelines.

Registration Information: Fees, Refunds, Accommodations, Grievances

Registration: You must register in advance to attend. You can register using this online platform or by calling the office directly at 732-686-9427. Registration is closed when the event has reached capacity.

Tuition: $2,000 tuition includes: CE Certificate, educational materials, & an amazing professional experience! A $500 deposit is required at the time of registration. This deposit covers the cost of the Winter Psychodrama Training Intensive. The remaining $1500 balance is due by February 24, 2026. If the remaining balance is not paid by that date, participants may choose to keep a credit card securely on file to be charged $500 at the start of each subsequent seasonal training.

Payments: Payments can be made using this secure platform or if you would like to avoid platform fee's you can make payment by check, Venmo or Zelle.

To avoid platform fee's complete the registration, when promoted for payment choose “Manual Payment”. Once registration is complete, submit payment with your preferred method (Zelle, Venmo, or check). If we do not receive payment within 5 days of registration we will have to release your space. Make checks out to Psychodrama NJ, and mail to Psychodrama NJ, c/o Scottie Urmey, 220 Monmouth Road, Suite 7, Oakhurst, NJ, 07755 as soon as possible.

Accommodations: PNJ hopes to create a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment. Psychodrama training uses an adult learning model, intended to be less hierarchical, so education and learning flows from all available resources. Participants are encouraged to let us know about their different learning needs and goals so that we can best nurture your educational experience. To inquire into accommodations for special needs or disability please contact the registrar, Patricia Hannah, 732-686-9427, Patricia@psychodramanj.com

Grievances: If anyone is left unsatisfied with the program or instruction, they may contact the registrar Patricia Hannah: 732-686-9427, Patricia@psychodramanj.com or Scottie Urmey, 732-221-7306, Scottie@psychodramanj.com

Refunds:

Full refunds are available for cancellations made at least 3 weeks before the start of the event (minus a $20 credit card processing fee, if applicable). Cancellations made less than 3 weeks before the event will be refunded minus a $100 cancellation fee.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing and directed to Patricia Hannah at Patricia@PsychodramaNJ.com. No refunds are offered for cancellations after the event has begun.

This closed-group psychodrama intensive training format requires a commitment to attend each of the four 3-day experiences. No prorated or discounted amounts are offered for absences or missed training sessions during the training year. The 2026 Psychodrama Training Intensives are designed as a full-series commitment to each 3-day training.

However, if Psychodrama New Jersey cancels any training session, full refunds will be issued for that session.

Out of town guests:  Please see travel and accommodation details for support in planning your travel. If you have additional questions please contact Patricia Hannah, at 732-686-9427 or Patricia@PsychodramaNJ.com for more information.