Trauma-Informed Sociometry and Psychodrama within Group Psychotherapy

Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP

 

This experiential workshop presents an introduction to sociometry and psychodrama as

trauma-informed group therapy approaches. Multiple action-based sociometry

processes will be demonstrated, followed by a strengths-based psychodrama. Risks of

retraumatization in psychodrama and group therapy will be addressed while

emphasizing SAMHSA’s guidance for trauma-informed care. The basics of

psychodrama history, theory, philosophy, and research will be outlined. Participants will

learn multiple engaging group processes that can be integrated into any group setting

with any topic.

 

Identify one way to prevent retraumatization in psychodrama

Describe one experiential sociometry tool

Explain the importance of safety and strengths-based approach in trauma work

 

Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP, is the Director &

Owner of the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy in Media, Pennsylvania

and Director of Trauma Services at Mirmont Treatment Center. He teaches trauma-

focused psychodrama as an Adjunct Professor & Research Associate at Bryn Mawr

College Graduate School of Social Work. He is the author of Social Work, Sociometry, &

Psychodrama (Springer Nature, 2021, 325,000+ downloads), Trauma-Informed

Principles in Group Therapy, Psychodrama, and Organizations (Routledge, 2023), along

with multiple research studies, articles, and book chapters. He serves on the Executive

Council of the American Society of Group Psychotherapy & Psychodrama (ASGPP) and

co-chairs the Research Committee. He is Co-Chief Editor of the Journal of

Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy, book series Co-Editor

of Psychodrama in Counselling, Coaching, and Education, and co-editor

of Autobiography of a Genius (2019) by Jacob Moreno. Scott regularly presents at

local/global events and has received various awards/recognition for his work.