Continuing Education is a core value of our practice. We offer workshops at our Center, but also frequently visit other organizations to provide Trauma-Informed Care Workshops, Psychodrama Workshops, Workplace Wellness and Leadership, and a variety of other topics. We are excited to share some of our training testimonials from over the past few years.
Past Training and Workshop Reviews
Trauma Therapy throughout the Treatment Continuum: From Inpatient to Outpatient Treatment
July 18, 2025
- “Such a soothing presentation.”
- “Powerful conversation, beautiful space.”
- “The group work was fun and helped with learning more about others’ experiences.”
Psychodramatic Explorations of Spiritual/Archetypal Roles and Intrapsychic Dimensions
July 25-27, 2025
- “Thank you for embodying what you teach and how you teach!”
- “Thank you. It was intricate and insightful.”
- “Wonderful! Flow, process, material, exercises were perfect and led to great learning.”
- “Appreciative and grateful to watch Scott so masterfully direct psychodrama. Thanks for the vicarious post traumatic growth!”
Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Supervised Practice
July 11, 2025
- “Best training I have been to! Very informed and knowledgeable and very interactive and engaging. So much great information and resources.”
- “This was a great training and provided lots of opportunity to explore structures and interventions to use with a great amount of support. Learning the spontaneity exercises were very helpful and needed. As always, Dr. Scott was amazing and encouraged creativity.”
- “Thank you so much! This was a phenomenal training!”
- “Dr. Scott Giacomucci is great with his approach and modelling the psychodrama/theoretical model.”
- “Wonderful presentation of psychodrama material. Digestible.”
Growth from Vicarious Trauma and Burnout: An Experiential Workshop
June 9 – 24, 2025
- “My understanding of psychodrama and my learning was great and enhanced. I am more confident and committed – I will pass it forward.”
- “Exceptional invitation to experience high-level training in experiential therapy.”
- “I learned so so much and I would recommend anyone in the field to do this. I thought it was a well organized experience. I felt super supported and welcome to learn and absorb everything. Blessed from this week.”
- “Thank you for being trauma informed!”
The Aging Brain: When Dementia and Mental Health Overlap
June 27, 2025
- “Very informative. Enjoyed the participation discussion as attendees were from all different professions.”
- “I came into training knowing very little about [the] subject and learned so much. Thank you!”
- “This was great. I feel like our whole office – Aging would benefit from this.”
- “Excellent presenter and responsive and engaging. I appreciated the activities and discussion. Thank you so much.”
Grief and Loss: Impacts on Clients and Staff
María José Sotomayor-Giacomucci
June 27, 2025
- “Thank you! The training was very informative and I feel I can use what I have learned both professionally and personally.”
- “The presenter was excellent. Very worthwhile course, thank you so much!”
- “I was SO GLAD for examples of books, cards and how to use them.”
- “Excellent presenter on a challenging topic. Very interactive experience. I really appreciated the exercises and resources. Thank you.”
Integrating Gender-Affirming Care Into Trauma-Informed Care Principles and Practices
March 21, 2025
- “Thank you so much for organizing and facilitating this space. It was a really wonderful workshop.”
- “This was so helpful and welcoming to those especially with lack of experience.”
- “Thank you for providing this opportunity to connect and learn together!”
- “Excellent presentation and engaged the group discussion.”
- “Thank you so much for such an insightful training and all the additional resources.”
Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy: Sociometry, Psychodrama, & Adventure-Based Therapy for PTSD/CPTSD February – July 2023 Training Series at Caron Outpatient Treatment Center
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP & Eric Webber, MA, CADC, CCS, CSAT/CMAT, CCPG presenters
“One of the best trainings I have had the pleasure to attend. Have used many of the materials in session and will continue to use!”
“I can’t say enough positive statements about the training that Dr. Giacomucci has provided our teams- unparalleled. It elevated their skillset, quality of treatment, and confidence as clinicians in providing a modality that facilitates participation in treatment. I also believe it strengthened our cohesion as a team. We are extremely proud of the product (clinical services) we deliver.”
Dr. Ramona Roberts, CCTP-II, CET, CCS, Sr. Executive Director – Regional Outpatient Services, Caron Treatment Centers
Ongoing Psychodrama Training Series from 2019-2023
The group psychodrama trainings provided by Dr. Scott Giacomucci have been embraced by the clinical department since 2019. The hands-on learning coupled with real-time practice and implementation create a unique and enjoying training atmosphere. Our clinicians and case managers have utilized different exercises in group therapy which have only enhanced the healing process for our patients.
Casey Castronova, LCSW, LCADC, CEO, Pinelands Recovery Center
Trauma-Informed Lawyers and Judges: Responding to Trauma’s Impact on Clients, Lawyers and the Legal System May 6th, 2023
Dr. Scott Giacomucci generously shared his wealth of knowledge (out of the kindness of his heart) on trauma informed care with the volunteers for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania, Inc. at our annual Volunteer Conference in 2023. The audience thoroughly enjoyed the program, evidenced by comments such as: “Trauma informed treatment session was EXCELLENT!” “The speaker was riveting and knew the subject matter very well.” “Dr. Scott’s passion to help others and share his wisdom is truly moving.” “Dr. Scott is an EXPERT on trauma informed care and his presentation will have a lasting impact on me.”
Laurie J. Besden, Esquire (she/her) Executive Director, Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania
One-to-One Psychodrama Practice July 8, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“The training was informative and enjoyable!”
Group Work, Group Therapy, Mutual Aid, and the 12 Steps July 13, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“Loved this! I will absolutely use what I learned!”
“Very interactive, Very informative, Very useful.”
Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy, Sociometry, and Psychodrama July 15, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“Awesome and very informative!”
“Amazing, impactful, and relatable!”
One-to-One Trauma-Focused Psychodrama Directing August 12, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“Very special!”
One-to-One Psychodrama in Trauma and Addiction Treatment August 27, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP facilitator
“Very Educational!”
“Loved the ability to practice the skills in real time!”
“A wonderful experience, I am interested in learning more about psychodrama!”
The Role of God in Mysticism in Psychodrama History, Philosophy, and Practice
September 10, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“This training was so helpful in learning how to incorporate spirituality in my practice.”
“Thank you-This was excellent!”
“This training was much appreciated!”
Psychodrama, Sociometry, & Group Therapy: Attachment, Relationships, and the Social Self September 16-18, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“Scott gave us clear explanations, created good balance between didactic pieces and focus on experiential therapy.”
“Great separation between experiential learning and processing to encourage professional/educational boundaries and containment.”
The Social Atom and the Empty Chair October 21, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“The best training around!”
“Very informative and relatable! I loved it!”
“A great experience!”
“Good! This was fun and informative!”
The Genius of Spontaneity October 22,2022
Dave Moran, LCSW, TEP presenter
“This helped me to fully grasp the power of spontaneity.”
“Fantastic! I loved this!!”
Mind, Body, and Spirit in Trauma Healing: The Mysticism and Science of Psychodrama
November 11-13, 2022
Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP presenter
“So wonderful–thank you for your pacing, repeating information, for providing safety, and sharing from personal experience for our growth.”
“My most deep and sincere thanks for this experience.”
“Thank you for your spontaneity and support!”
“What a give to be with Scott again! Please come to San Diego and present!”
Training Testimonials from 2020 and earlier
“I really appreciated the blend of didactic and experiential learning.” -Spontaneity-Creativity Theory: Change in Action (December 2020)
“I appreciated the flexibility and spontaneity in content presentation based on the emergent needs of the group.” -Spontaneity-Creativity Theory: Change in Action (December 2020)
“Dr Scott was indescribably engaging and knowledgeable – would like to hear him again!” -Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy (February 2020)
“Excellent Training! I loved how engaging it was and how positively it was presented. Scott was great!!” -Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy (February 2020)
“I really enjoyed how open and relatable everything was – it was a great experience” -Moreno’s Autobiographical Archetypes: Exploring & Integrating Roles (January 2020)
“Totally awesome once again!” -Psychodramatic Doubling: Giving Voice to the Unspoken (September 2019)
“You are such a fantastic trainer and always help in making the vulnerability comfortable – a great teacher!” -Experiential Therapy: Grief, Loss, and Addiction (October 2019)
“Excellent integration of the theoretical and the practical – thank you!” -The Social Self in Experiential Therapy: Relationships, Attachment, and Interpersonal Neurobiology (August 2019)
“I LOVE these sessions. The synthesis of complex work is remarkable!” -The Social Self in Experiential Therapy: Relationships, Attachment, and Interpersonal Neurobiology (August 2019)
“Excellent as always! I look forward to the next one” -Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Vicarious Trauma (August 2019)
“Fantastic Workshop! Very engaging and informative!” -Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice (July 2019)
“Thank you for providing space and empowering the group to find our own answers.” -Role Theory: Redefining the Self in Action (July 2019)
“Many spiritual and clinical takeaways” -Spirituality in Addiction and Trauma Treatment (July 2019)
“Scott is always so informative and a great and effective trainer. I loved learning and practicing the vignettes.” -Working Experientially with Defenses in Addiction & Trauma Treatment (June 2019)
“Truly excellent. Surpassed my expectations.” -Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice (June 2019)
“Scott is a phenomenal facilitator – incredibly dynamic and interactive.” -Introduction to the Relational Trauma Repair Model (February 2019)
“Excellent training, sensitive, informative, and useful in practice. Scott’s calm way aided the process.” -Sociometry of Connection & Psychodrama of Loss (February 2019)
“Trainer was extremely knowledgeable and approachable. He had valuable insight and created a great environment.” -Introduction to Sociatry: Moreno’s Mysticism (June 2018)
“Trainer is an excellent teacher. Gained insight that is relevant to my life.” -Introduction to Sociatry: Moreno’s Mysticism (June 2018)
“Scott creates a safe atmosphere for learning.” -Introduction to the Relational Trauma Repair Model (May 2018)
“Scott blends teaching and therapeutic practice perfectly.” -Introduction to the Relational Trauma Repair Model (May 2018)
“Very informative and impactful – instruction is excellent and encouraging.” -Psychodrama in Individual Sessions (November 2018)
“The training was very informative. I learned a lot and I loved every minute of it.” -Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and the Therapeutic Spiral Model (September 2018)
“This was an excellent training. The use of interactive exercises provided a great way to learn!” -Trauma and Addiction Treatment In Action (September 2018)
“One of the best trainings that I have been to. Very interactive and I learned alot. -Trauma and Addiction Treatment In Action (September 2018)
