About Social Therapy in Atlanta

Social therapy is a particular kind of group therapy.

Social therapy is a dynamic and collaborative group therapy that helps individuals grow and heal together. If you're experiencing emotional pain, relationship struggles, family conflicts, or simply feeling stuck in life, social therapy provides a supportive community-based approach to personal development.

At Atlanta Center for Social Therapy, our social therapy groups bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds, histories, and life experiences. Together, we create an environment of shared growth and emotional support, where everyone plays an active role in each other’s healing and the growth of the group. Social therapy prioritizes collective transformation—because while we may experience pain alone, we heal with others. 

How Social Therapy Works

Social therapy is a unique and innovative approach that shifts the focus from the self to learning about being in the world with others. Rather than the focus on  personal introspection, social therapy recognizes that emotional growth happens in relationships, communities, and shared experiences. By engaging with others in a structured, supportive setting, participants develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating.

Founded by philosopher, psychotherapist, and playwright Fred Newman, social therapy has its roots in progressive, humanistic movements of the 1960s and 70s and remains at the forefront of postmodern psychology today. It has inspired countless practitioners, academic studies, and therapeutic innovations.
 

Learn More About Social Therapy

At Atlanta Center for Social Therapy, we are dedicated to helping individuals and groups build stronger, healthier, and more fulfilling lives through this transformative approach. If you're interested in exploring social therapy, we invite you to join a group session and experience the power of collective healing. Reach us to find out how.

For more insights into the philosophy and methodology of social therapy, visit the East Side Institute or contact Atlanta Center for Social Therapy to learn how we can support your journey to growth and emotional well-being. 

This practical guide to leading groups is filled with case-study examples of groups led by social therapeutic coaches and therapists, it’s a sophisticated and accessible introduction to the foundations of social therapeutics and an important new resource for coaches, counselors, psychotherapists, social workers, talent-development professionals and community leaders.

This comprehensive guide delves into the integration of social therapeutics within coaching and therapeutic practices, offering valuable insights for both coaches and mental health professionals. The authors draw upon their extensive experience to present innovative methods for working with  groups and couples, emphasizing the importance of social context, and collaborative development. The book provides practical strategies to facilitate emotional growth and relational dynamics, making it an essential resource for practitioners aiming to enhance their therapeutic and coaching techniques.

By exploring this work, readers can gain a deeper understanding of how to apply social therapeutic principles in various settings, ultimately fostering more effective and meaningful client interactions. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this guide offers a fresh perspective on group and couples coaching, grounded in decades of practical application and research.

The Book on Social Therapy