Upcoming Courses

The Therapeutic Action of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: Current Concepts of Cure 2013

Nancy J. Chodorow, PhD, Andrea Celenza, PhD, Steven Cooper, PhD, George Fishman, MD, Gerald Fromm, PhD, James Herzog, MD, Karlen Lyons-Ruth, PhD, Alfred Margulies, MD, Donna Orange, PhD, Jaak Panksepp, PhD, Alan Pollack, MD, Philip Ringstrom, PhD, Jose Saporta, MD, Martha Stark, MD and Robert Waldinger, MD

March 22, 2013 – March 23, 2013 | Boston, MA | Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel More Information

This ninth extraordinary two-day conference will feature many of the finest local and national leaders in the field of psychodynamic psychotherapy. They will be offering their innovative and evolving reflections on the integration of theoretical constructs into clinical practice. The intent of this conference will be to widen the scope of applicability of psychodynamic psychotherapy to a broader range of clinical situations. The overriding goal for the convening of these esteemed educators and clinicians will be to deepen understanding of the curative process, with special attention to the contributions of both patient and therapist in the unfolding of the “cure.”

This course is designed so that participants will be able to:
  • Elucidate the therapeutic action of psychodynamic psychotherapy
  • Define the contributions of varying theories to therapeutic change
  • Integrate current theories into clinical practice
  • Widen the scope of applicability of psychodynamic concepts to clinical situations

Additional Information

Fees

Beth Israel Deaconess Department of Psychiatry Foundation, Inc./Contact Hours: 13

Accreditation:

PSYCHOLOGISTS

The Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology (MSPP) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. MSPP maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

SOCIAL WORKERS

Applications for social work continuing education credits have been submitted. Please contact MSPP/CE at 617-244-1682 or by email at ce@mspp.edu for the status of social work CE accreditation.

NURSES

Most of MSPP’s continuing education programs meet the specifications of the Board of Registration in Nursing (244 CMR).

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS

MSPP is recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) to offer continuing education for National Certified Counselors and Category I CE Credits for LMHCs. MSPP adheres to NBCC’s continuing education guidelines. (Provider Number 5678).

EDUCATORS

MSPP is approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to offer Professional Development Points (PDPs). (Provider Number 5-0416-999)