GROUP RELATIONS LARGE STUDY GROUP TRAINING

We invite you to a unique opportunity to explore the theoretical foundations of large group processes and experience the thrill of being a large group member. This event aims to ignite interest in Large Study Group (LSG) aspects of group relations conferences and provide a platform for knowledge sharing and networking.

 Date: May 10, 2025

 Time: 10:30am -11:45am (CSGSS Membership Meeting), 12-5pm ET (Large Group Event)

Location: ZOOM link shared upon registration

Fee:

• $50 (non-members)

• $30 (students, non-members)

• Free (CSGSS members)

Event Highlights:

• Guest lecture by Josh DeSilva, PsyD: "Large Groups in 2025”: Current state of the theory, techniques for consulting to large groups, and future directions

• Two experiential Large Study Group sessions

• Breakout groups for reflection and analysis

• Opportunities for networking and community building

Register today and prepare to explore the world of large study groups!

Joshua DeSilva, PsyD, CGP, AGPA-F (they/them)

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology, Director of Training and Deputy Director, George Washington University Doctor of Psychology Program | Former Vice Chair, Virginia Latino Advisory Board | Licensed Psychologist and DBEI Consultant | Board of Directors, Center for the Study of Groups and Social Systems (CSGSS) | Membership Co-Chair, Washington Baltimore Center (WBC) | Co-Creator, Group Relations International | Secretary and Affiliate Representative, AK Rice Institute for the Study of Social Systems |

Director, CSUDH Group Relations Program (2025-2027)

Diana Castañeda, LCPC (she/her)

Diana Castañeda is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice in Chicago, IL. Her practice specializes in trauma recovery and she works with adults, families, and youth. Diana is a Certified Consultant of the A. K. Rice Institute for the study of social systems. She is also a member of the Washington-Baltimore Center for the Study of Group Relations and the Chicago Center for the Study of Groups and Organizations. Diana serves as a clinical consultant for the fellowship program at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. She received her degrees from Northwestern University. Diana has served on staff at numerous group relations conferences across the country

Amber (Williams) PaloSanto, MA (they/them) 

Director, Stouffer College House & Pre-Major Advisor, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Pennsylvania; Board of Directors & Conference Committee Co-Chair, Difficult Dialogues National Resource Center; Co-creator, Group Relations International; Member, Finance Committee & Former Board of Directors, AK Rice Institute for the Study of Social Systems; Member, Washington-Baltimore Center; Restorative Practices Circle and Conference Facilitator