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The purpose of Ormont.Org is to introduce Dr. Louis Ormont's theory and interventions in group psychotherapy and to extend this theory and practice for applications in diverse settings. Ormont.Org is dedicated to helping individuals use theory and techniques to empower any group to become a responsible, energetic, loving, and effective agent of change- in our homes, in our communities, in our societies. Who is Dr. Ormont?

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Quote of the Day
Generous people are rarely mentally ill.
          — Karl Menninger
          Contributed by Lou Ormont

If you have a quote you'd like to see here, e-mail it to quote@ormont.org
  • Revisiting Defense Mechanisms: Introduction
        Click here to read the first of a series of short notes on how to resolve defense mechanisms employed by group members.
    June 2, 2008
  • Treating the "Defeatist" in Group Therapy
        Click here to read Dr. Ormont's latest thoughts about treating those who are constantly being defeated in life.
    September 14, 2006
  • Turning Deeds Into Words
        Click here to read Dr. Ormont's latest thoughts on turning deeds into words so a group can progress.
    January 31, 2006
  • The Importance of Transference in Groups
        Click here to read Dr. Ormont's response to a question about the role of the group leader.
    January 11, 2006

    It Happened
    A group of boys were harassing a youngster in a kindergarten class. The boy, a son of a prominent psychiatrist, tuned on them, clenching his fists to his side, "If you don't stop that, I'll...I'll...I'll EXPLAIN it to you!" They stared at him in silent bewilderment.
              — Dr. Kathy Morrell
              Contributed by Dr. Louis Ormont

    If you have an anecdote that relates to group interaction that you would like to see here, e-mail it to it.happened@ormont.org

      July 04 2008 05:47:28 PM, day 186 of the year
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