Untangling The Karpman Drama Triangle: Encircling The Space Of Transformation

In-Person Workshop: Monday, December 7th, 9:30am-5:30pm @ Psychodrama NJ in Oakhurst, NJ

The Karpman Drama Triangle offers a powerful way to understand toxic interpersonal patterns and unhealthy internal beliefs. Often operating outside of our awareness, these dynamics can create cycles of pain, blame, and shame. At times, we can all find ourselves caught in the roles of Victim, Rescuer, and Persecutor as we struggle to understand ourselves and navigate our relationships with others.

In this experiential daylong training, participants will use psychodrama and action techniques to identify and explore the behaviors and relational patterns associated with each role of the Drama Triangle.

The Circle of Restoration will then be introduced as a model for stepping out of these limiting dynamics and moving toward assertive expression, empowered action, and healthy connection. Through experiential learning and psychodramatic interventions, participants will explore ways to help clients recognize these patterns and move toward more satisfying and restorative roles in their relationships with themselves and others.

By the end of this workshop participants will be able to:

1. Identify the behaviors associated with the three Karpman Drama Triangle roles.

2. Identify the behaviors associated with the Circle of Restoration roles .

3. Demonstrate at least three action techniques that can be used to assist clients in moving off of the Drama Triangle dynamics and toward more the more adaptive Circle of Restoration roles.

Presented By Linda Condon, LMHC, TEP

Linda Condon, LMHC, TEP, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trainer, Educator, and Practitioner of Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy. With more than 30 years of experience, Linda has trained professionals nationally in psychodrama and Bibliodrama and maintains a private practice in Pinellas County, Florida.

Linda is the creator of the Circle of Restoration, a framework developed to help individuals recognize and move beyond the relational patterns of the Karpman Drama Triangle toward healthier ways of expressing themselves, taking empowered action, and connecting with others.

She is the author of The Warm-Up Ring: Keys for Energizing Your Group and The Warm-Up Ring 2: More Keys for Energizing Your Group and has published two articles in the Journal of Psychodrama, Sociometry and Group Psychotherapy.

A well-known and highly experienced presenter, Linda brings warmth, creativity, and decades of clinical and training experience to her workshops. Her engaging teaching style and skillful use of experiential methods create opportunities for participants to understand concepts in action and leave with practical ways to integrate their learning into their work.

Participant Information:

This course is tailored for social workers and allied professionals who want to gain practical and effective interventions to help clients recognize and understand behaviors associated with the Karpman Drama Triangle and move toward the more adaptive behaviors of the Circle of Restoration.

Level: Content is geared toward participants ranging from beginners (i.e., graduate students or professionals working toward initial licensure) to advanced-level professionals (i.e., those with advanced licensure and expertise).

Lifelong learners are warmly welcomed. You do not need to work in a professional helping field to participate. Retired professionals, students, and individuals who simply love learning and are curious about the topic are welcome to attend. Unsure if this course matches your experience level or background? Contact Psychodrama NJ directly to discuss whether this course is the right fit for you!

Please Note: This workshop is a professional training and educational offering, not a therapy session or psychotherapy group. While experiential activities may invite personal reflection and participation, they are offered for educational and skill-building purposes.

Format: This all-day, in-person workshop offers a blend of didactic instruction and hands-on experiential learning, with a focus on building practical skills. The instructor will provide educational materials and multiple opportunities for guided practice, demonstration, and group discussion.

Attendance:

• This is an in-person workshop held at Psychodrama NJ in Oakhurst, NJ.

• Prompt arrival and full attendance are required to receive a CE/Training Certificate.

• Participants are requested to arrive at least 10 minutes early to ensure a prompt start.

Continuing Education/Training Information:

Psychodrama NJ, provider number 2273, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 6/25/25-6/25/29. Social workers completing this course receive 7 Clinical continuing education credits.

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

All hours of this training may be applied toward certification standards of the American Board of Examiners in Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy.

Inclusivity Position & Agreement

Psychodrama NJ recognizes 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 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 welcome and affirm individuals of all religious identities and spiritual traditions (including the full spectrum of religious observance and practice) as well as LGBTQIA+ identities, BIPOC communities, neurodivergent individuals, people of all abilities, and those with diverse identities, perspectives, and lived experiences.

We expect each person’s identities and lived experiences to be afforded the same respect. We recognize that every person who enters our learning space brings multiple and intersecting identities and lived experiences, including our trainers, co-trainers, and presenters. We ask everyone to approach one another with curiosity and humility rather than assumption, recognizing that we cannot know the fullness of another person’s identity or experience simply by what we see or believe we know about them.

We believe that together, we build a culture rooted in trust, safety, transparency, and shared responsibility. By attending a Psychodrama NJ event, you are agreeing to help co-create an atmosphere of mutual respect, openness, and inclusion for everyone in the room. This means honoring one another’s identities, experiences, perspectives, practices, and boundaries, even when they differ from our own. If you have questions or concerns about your ability to participate in this way, please contact Scottie directly.

Accommodations, Accessibility & Comfort:

We want you to know what to expect so you can make an informed decision about whether the environment will meet your needs.

Learning Environment: Psychodrama NJ strives to create a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment. Our workshops welcome participants with a wide range of educational, professional, and life experiences. Some participants attend for continuing education or certification hours, while others come simply because they are curious, enjoy learning, and are interested in the topic. We use an adult learning model that is collaborative and less hierarchical, recognizing that valuable knowledge, experience, and learning can emerge from many resources within the group.

Accessibility:

• Live closed captioning is available for our in-person trainings to support participants who have hearing or auditory processing challenges.

• Mobility considerations:

  • Our training space is located on the second floor in a building with an elevator.

  • There is one designated accessible parking space at the front of the building, as well as an access ramp.

  • The building's entry doors are not automatic and are heavy. If you need assistance entering the building, we will meet you at the front door to assist.

  • Two single-occupancy restrooms are available; however, the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible.

Accommodations: We want our trainings to be as accessible and welcoming as possible. If you have a disability, special need, or accommodation request that would support your participation, please contact our registrar, Patricia Hannah, at 732-686-9427 or Patricia@PsychodramaNJ.com. If you have additional questions about the physical space, closed captioning, or other accessibility needs before registering, please contact us.

Comfort & Dress: Please wear comfortable, layered clothing and sturdy footwear that allow you to move easily during experiential activities and adjust to your temperature preferences throughout the day. Psychodrama typically involves movement and active participation throughout the training space, and we want you to be comfortable while learning. All participants are encouraged to participate at their own comfort level and to listen to and care for their bodies as needed throughout the experience. You are welcome to sit, stand, move, take a break, or modify your participation in ways that support your physical comfort and individual needs at any time.

Registration Information: Fees, Refunds, Grievances

Registration: 

You must register in advance to attend. You can register online through this platform or by calling the office directly at 732-686-9427. Registration is closed when the event has reached capacity or three days prior to the course start date, whichever occurs first.

Fees:

$350 Tuition includes a CE/Training Certificate, educational materials, light refreshments, and a full day of engaging, experiential learning with Linda Condon.

Payments can be made by credit or debit card through the online registration process.

To avoid platform fees payment can be made by check, Venmo or Zelle. To pay by check, Venmo or Zelle complete the online registration process, then choose “Manual Payment”. 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.

If we do not receive payment within 10 days of registration we will have to release your space.

Refunds:

We understand that plans sometimes change. Our cancellation policy is designed to offer flexibility to participants while also honoring the commitments involved in planning and running our trainings.

Cancellation eligibility is based on the date Psychodrama NJ receives your written cancellation request:

• 21 calendar days or more before the event: You will receive a full refund, minus a $20 credit card processing fee, if applicable. Any platform fees paid at the time of registration are nonrefundable.

• 6–20 calendar days before the event: You will receive a partial refund, minus a $100 cancellation fee. Any platform fees paid at the time of registration are nonrefundable.

• 5 calendar days or fewer before the event: No monetary refund will be issued. With written notice prior to the event, your registration fee may be transferred as a credit toward another Psychodrama NJ learning event.

• No-show or cancellation without prior notification: No refund or future training credit will be issued.

All cancellation, refund, and credit requests must be submitted in writing to the registrar, Patricia Hannah at Patricia@PsychodramaNJ.com.

If Psychodrama NJ Cancels: In the unlikely event that Psychodrama NJ needs to cancel a training, registered participants will be notified as soon as possible and will be offered the choice of a rescheduled date or a credit toward another Psychodrama NJ training.

Registration & Questions: The registrar is available for questions and to help participants through the registration process when needed. Please do not hesitate to contact the registrar, Patricia Hannah at 732-686-9427 or Patricia@PsychodramaNJ.com for assistance.