Weekly Psychodrama Training: 2026-2027

In-Person Weekly Training: Starts Wednesday September 16th, 2026

This weekly training course provides 100 hours of comprehensive learning and practice in the psychodramatic method, philosophy, and techniques. Participants engage in a dynamic learning environment that combines action exercises, psychodrama enactments, instructional teaching, and group processing to create a rich and well-rounded educational experience.

Weekly Psychodrama Training offers a distinctive professional development opportunity that not only strengthens clinical skills but also supports professional self-care. As participants deepen their understanding of psychodrama, sociometry and group psychotherapy, they also become part of a supportive and collaborative professional community committed to growth, connection, and learning.

Throughout the training, participants explore the theory, philosophy, and practice of psychodrama, sociometry, and group psychotherapy while gaining practical tools that can be integrated into clinical, educational, and organizational settings.

Learning Objectives

• Develop an understanding of core psychodramatic theory, including sociometry, role theory, and creativity and spontaneity theory.

• Discuss key aspects of psychodrama philosophy, including catharsis of integration, the “here and now,” and connections to human development.

• Demonstrate an understanding of psychodrama structure, including warm-up, action, and sharing.

• Learn and practice core psychodrama techniques including doubling, mirroring, and role reversal.

• Develop directing skills, including case conceptualization and recognizing act hungers, open tensions, and central concerns of clients.

• Gain familiarity with psychodrama terminology such as surplus reality, tele, sociometry, and auxiliary roles.

• Explore ethical considerations in the application of psychodrama practice.

• Learn how action methods can address cultural and social dynamics within group psychotherapy, including the use of sociodrama.

• Develop the ability to process and integrate psychodramatic sessions using appropriate conceptual frameworks.

Participant Information:

This course is tailored for social workers and allied professionals who want to gain practical and effective interventions skills to use in individual and group client settings.

Level: 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!

Format: This three hour weekly training offers a blend of didactic instruction and hands-on experiential learning, with a focus on building practical skills. The instructor will provided printed materials and multiple opportunities for guided practice and demonstration, as well as group discussions. Weekly Psychodrama Training requires a commitment to attend each week. Prompt arrival and the ability to attend the entire training each week is essential. Due to the level of commitment required participants should have prior psychodrama training. This format is especially valuable for individuals actively pursuing certification through the American Board of Examiners in Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy (ABE) or those considering that pathway.

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.

Instructor Information

Presented by Scottie Urmey, LCSW, TEP

“Scottie”, is founder of Psychodrama New Jersey, a training institute and psychotherapy practice, and has a 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. 

Scottie has offering this weekly training format since 2008 here's some of the feedback from past participants:

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: 6/25/25-6/25/26. Social workers will receive 100 (91 clinical; 6 Ethics; 3 Cultural Competency) CE credits for participating in this course.

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

Please note, Continuing Education credits are approved and recognized for New Jersey social workers, LPCs, LMFTs, and LCADCs in NJ.

Registration Information: Fees, Refunds, Accommodations, Grievances

Registration: You must register in advance to attend. You can register online 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.

Tuition: $2,000 tuition includes: CE Certificate, educational materials, & an amazing professional experience!

$200 deposit is required at the time of registration or $1800 for anyone making payments in full before July, 30th, 2026.

When participants are not paying in full, payments of $200 must be made at the first training session of each month. The $200 deposit made at the time of registration will go toward Septembers payment.

Payments: Can be made by credit or debit card through the online registration process or by contacting the office by phone at 732-686-9427. To pay by check please choose “Manual Payment” when registering online and make check out to Psychodrama NJ . Please mail checks 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: Full refunds are given for cancellations made 3 weeks before the training is scheduled to start, minus a $20 credit card processing fee if applicable. Cancellations made with less than 3 weeks notice will be refunded minus $100 cancellation fee. Refund requests should be submitted in writing and directed to the registrar, Portia Festejo Portia@PsychodramaNJ.com. No refunds are offered for cancellations after the event has begun. No prorated or discounted amounts are offered for absences or missed training sessions during the training year, on-going weekly training requires a commitment to attend the full experience.

Attendance: Weekly Psychodrama Training requires a commitment to attend each week from 10-1 each Thursday. Prompt arrival and the ability to attend the entire training each week is essential.

Accommodations: To inquire into accommodations for special needs or disability please contact the registrar, Portia Festejo, 732-686-9427, Portia@psychodramanj.com

Questions, Concerns or Grievances: Please contact the registrar Portia Festejo at 732-686-9427, Portia@psychodramanj.com or Scottie Urmey at 732-221-7306, Scottie@psychodramanj.com

Inclusivity Position

At Psychodrama NJ, we recognize that nothing is value-free. Every learning and healing space reflects a set of guiding principles, and we want our participants to be clear about the values that shape what we offer. Our programs are grounded in, and intentionally aligned with, the core values and ethics of the Social Work profession and APA 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, immigrant and indigenous communities, 2SLGBTQIA+ identities, BIPOC communities, and diverse lived experiences.