The Psychoanalytic Division of the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy welcomes Adam Phillips back to New York.
Adam Phillips’ return to ICP is in part a celebration of ICP’s birth fifty years ago and an opportunity to remember Pear-Ellen Gordon who for 40 years was a vital and invaluable contributor to the growth and life of the Institute.
Schedule At-A-Glance
9:00AM: Registration and coffee
9:30AM-3:30PM: Presentations
Morning Events:
Welcome message presented by Ed Corrigan
In Memoriam for Pearl Ellen Gordon – 1943-2023: presented by Ron Taffel
Paper presentation: “On Not Being Taught” presented by the author, Adam Phillips
Drawing on Freud, Milner, Deleuze, Lacan, Winnicott and the American Pragmatist Rorty, Phillips explores the role the unconscious plays in learning, reading, listening, change and growth.
“Teachers can only to a limited extent inform their students: they can only offer them material which will be used according to their desire, the idiosyncracy, of the student: the teacher is simply part of the students day-dream. But what Freud and Winnicott are saying is that in this informing, learning process something else is going on alongside it, or within it and it cannot be accurately described as learning, or indeed as a consciously intentional project. It can be more accurately described as enhancing one’s aliveness, or enjoying one’s enjoyment, or nourishing parts of oneself that one may not be aware of.”
Chair: Ed Corrigan
Afternoon Events:
Psychoanalysis and Writing: Presented by Adam Phillips and Nicole Krauss.
In conversation these two exemplary writers will explore each other’s work. They will focus on the pleasure of writing, the surprises, the twists and turns, the improvisational nature of the creative process.
Chair: Patricia Clough
Morning Events:
Panel in honor of Pearl-Ellen Gordon: Adolescence toward Young Adulthood: New Forms of Discontent.
This panel will explore the enormous challenges facing the clinician at a time when “generation objects” are changing dramatically. Each presenter will discuss clinical material which highlights the developmental, cultural, social forces at play in the lives of their patients.
Panelists: Ron Taffel, Kathleen Miller, Stephen Seligman, Susan O’Kuhn, Caroline Volel, Sacha Bollas and Seshie Hargett
Cecil Webster and Adam Phillips will join the Panelists as respondents.
Chair: Holly Levenkron
Afternoon Events:
“Psychoanalysis for Beginners,” author Adam Phillips.
Presented by: Cornelia Barber, a recent graduate of ICP’s Psychoanalytic Program who will lead the discussion with Adam Phillips and the audience.
However we describe or picture the unconscious, we are always beginners in relation to the unconscious. It could never be something we know, or know once and for all; indeed, psychoanalysis might be more about experiencing the unconscious than knowing it; one is either surprised, or one is not).
An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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Navigating the maze of the mental health treatment world—especially the eating disorder wing of that world—is increasingly complicated, nerve-wracking, and expensive. Family members of a person with an eating disorder are often asked (and frequently want) to get treatment for themselves, but sometimes don’t know how to find it, what sort of treatment to get, and in some cases, why it is important at all. This virtual interactive seminar will address these questions and many others that family and friends often have, but don’t know whom to ask.
About the Presenter
Jacob Pine is a licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice in Manhattan. He grew up in New York City, and did his undergraduate studies at The Johns Hopkins University and The Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore. He earned his Masters degree in social work from Fordham University, and received his certificate in the integrated treatment of eating disorders from the Center for the Study of Anorexia and Bulimia in 2010. He has been Co-director of CSAB for 5 years. He has presented, supervised, and taught in numerous capacities, and has had multiple articles published about his experience running an eating disorder group for men. He is well-versed in a wide variety of theories and techniques, and uses them as indicated by both scientific research and professional experience.
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Approved for 2 NYS CE credits
Men account for approximately one-quarter of all people with anorexia, and a third with eating disorders overall. While many factors related to the etiology and treatment of eating disorders are not gender specific, many others are. This 2-hour workshop will begin to uncover some of the issues that boys and men face that can lead to eating disorders as well as some of the differences in treatment that can arise. Presenter, and CSAB co-director, Jacob Pine LCSW, has run several Men’s Groups for disordered eating and eating disorders over the years and brings an important perspective to this burgeoning issue.
About the Presenter
Jacob Pine is a licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice in Manhattan. He grew up in New York City, and did his undergraduate studies at The Johns Hopkins University and The Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore. He earned his Masters degree in social work from Fordham University, and received his certificate in the integrated treatment of eating disorders from the Center for the Study of Anorexia and Bulimia in 2010. He has been Co-director of CSAB for 5 years. He has presented, supervised, and taught in numerous capacities, and has had multiple articles published about his experience running an eating disorder group for men. He is well-versed in a wide variety of theories and techniques, and uses them as indicated by both scientific research and professional experience.
An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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This event will be approved for 2 NYS and 2 AASECT CE credits
Asexuality is characterized by a persistent lack of sexual attraction, and asexuality is often an intrinsic part of an individual’s identity. Asexual people, often referred to as “aces,” may have romantic feelings and the spectrum of asexuality includes various identities and differing levels of interest in sexual activity.
This presentation delves into the understanding and incorporation of asexual identities in clinical practice, aiming to enhance practitioners’ competency in addressing the unique needs of asexual individuals and their partners. It begins by defining asexuality, challenging common misconceptions, and highlighting the diversity within the asexual community. The talk emphasizes the importance of differentiating asexuality from other conditions, such as hypoactive sexual desire disorder, and the implications for misdiagnosis and treatment.
Case studies and interactive discussions will facilitate a deeper understanding of how to support asexual individuals through informed, empathetic, and tailored care. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with practical tools and insights to navigate asexuality in their clinical work.
About the presenter:
Dr. Morag Yule received her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of British Columbia (UBC) and completed her clinical residency at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto. She is the founder and director of Ontario Sex Therapy, a private practice in Toronto. Dr. Yule has been involved in sex research since 2005 and been providing psychotherapy and assessments for sexual difficulties since 2010.
She has published and presented widely in sexuality and was awarded multiple academic honours and awards throughout her graduate training. Dr. Yule is especially recognized for her ground-breaking studies of asexuality and its assessment.
Dr. Yule provides psychological services for a broad range of sexual issues. She has extensive training and experience treating sexual dysfunction, including problems with sexual desire, difficulty experiencing sexual arousal and orgasm, and sexual pain. She also works with those exploring sexual identity, struggling with hypersexuality/out of control sexual behavior, navigating atypical/unique sexual interests, and moving past difficult sexual experiences and sexual trauma. In addition to her specialization in treating sexual difficulties, has a particular focus on treating OCD with sexuality-related themes such as pedophilia OCD (POCD) and sexual orientation OCD (SO-OCD). She works with both individuals and couples and people of all genders and sexual orientations.
Dr. Yule is President of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR). She is also a full member of SSTAR, the International Academy of Sex Research (IASR) and the Canadian Sex Research Forum (CSRF) as well as the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA) and the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO).
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An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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This event will be approved for 2 NYS CE credits
Family estrangement is extremely widespread, affecting millions of people regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or class. As therapists, whether we are working with individuals, couples, or families, the pain and impact is something we regularly encounter in our clinical work. Often there is internal conflict, particular meaning attached to the loss of the relationship(s), and inter-generational damage, that seeps into current relationships. With a deeper understanding of the causes, impact, and paths to repair, we as therapists can intervene to create lasting change and support individuals and families in finding a path forward.
We will take a deep dive into this phenomenon and look at the genogram of a family in order to deepen our understanding of the clinical material and examine the personal, relational, inter-generational, and multi-cultural aspects of this phenomena.
About Presenters:
Tracy Ross is a couples and family therapist as well as an organizational psychologist. She has a focus and expertise in adult family therapy, particularly in the area of family cut-offs, as well as specialties in discernment counseling and collaborative divorce. She is a graduate of the Ackerman Institute, where she was a faculty member for 10 years on the Resilient Families project. In addition to her clinical practice, Tracy develops and presents courses throughout the country and consults with businesses and non-profit organizations on a variety of interpersonal and relational issues.
Judith Aronowitz started her career as a Pediatric Nurse before realizing she was most drawn to healing relationships. She trained at the Ackerman Institute for the Family where she was a faculty member for 10 years on the Resilient Family project. She is also trained as a certified Discernment Counselor. Currently, she is in Private Practice in NYC working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. She is passionate about systems thinking and theories and along with Tracy Ross has developed courses on Family work and presents throughout the country.
For any questions, including those about accessibility, or to request accommodations please contact Oranda Barnes at facts@icpnyc.org.
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An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
ICP is also an approved provider of continuing education credits for psychologists through the APA.
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*The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychoanalysts.
*The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy is recognized by the NYS Education Department State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education credit for licensed social workers.
*The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors.
*The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists.
*The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists.
*The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists.
Approved for 2 NYS CE credits
Eating disorder symptoms are understood to be metaphors that when deciphered, can shed light on the etiology and function of the symptoms. Trauma and neglect are part of that etiology. The symptoms express what is unknown, and/or unbearable for the individual to experience or to remember. Group topics include: “Mother=Food,” The Dinner Table,” “Health,” “Too much and Too Little.” The structure provides room to expand the patient’s thinking about what fuels the eating disorder thus providing opportunity for healthy responses. This workshop describes a series of groups devised in a Day Treatment setting for patients with eating disorders, adaptable to an outpatient group.
An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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Approved for 6 NYS CE credits
Traverse the five stages of CBT-E, from assessment and case conceptualization to relapse prevention. Engage in dynamic activities such as case studies, role-playing, and group discussions, reinforcing core CBT principles and practical application. We will learn cognitive behavioral techniques as we work through the stages, honing your ability to support and enhance client engagement. These will include navigating exposure methodologies to confront dietary fears, as well as coping strategies to address anxiety and challenges. As we delve into ethical considerations and therapeutic boundaries, you’ll be well-prepared to navigate real-world scenarios ethically and effectively. Walk away with a comprehensive toolkit, ready to guide individuals towards sustainable recovery.
An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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Approved for 2 NYS CE credits
In this workshop, a modern understanding of the role psychoanalysis might play in the mental health field will be explored. The hope will be to lead attendants to a practical sense of when and how this might be the intervention of choice for folks seeking therapeutic aid. Transference and Countertransference are the core dynamics of analytic engagement and form the nexus within which deeper healing and wholeness can be sought and found. Please join us in this playful and meaningful engagement!
About the Presenter:
Brian Lathrop is a Psychoanalyst with 33 years of experience living and working in Greenwich Village New York, Brian is a graduate of the Westchester Institute for Psychoanalysis and also a graduate of the Masterson Institute. He has led numerous workshops and trainings on Psychoanalytic technique and approach as it relates to sexual behaviors and the sense of sexual selfhood. He is a specialist in Character Disorders and works primarily within the approach of Dr. James Masterson.
An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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Approved for 3 NYS CE credits
The workshop will identify and define violence against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and HIV-affected (LGBTQH) communities. We will explore how gender-based violence is a Queer issue and the unique ways that LGBTQH individuals experience violence at the intersection of actual and perceived identities, including gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, HIV status, race, ethnicity, national origin, language, ability, and religion. We will share insights gained from the work the Anti-Violence Project does with clients at intersections of marginalized identities and the systems they navigate at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. The workshop will focus specifically on dynamics of relationship violence that challenge the binary ways of systemic and mainstream understanding of harm.
We will outline best practices when interacting with LGBTQH individuals in order to reduce the potential for re-victimization. We will specifically discuss strategies to explore relational dynamics from a harm reductionist and antioppressive framework that is affirming of identity and uplifts the nuances of LGBTQH survivorship and intersectional lived experience.
An important note about CEs:
ICP is an approved provider of continuing education credits for social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and psychoanalysts through the New York Department of Education. If your license is from a different state, please contact your state’s licensing board to find out if they will accept CE credits for New York State. If your license is from another state, please enter your license number with your state in parenthesis, ie 54321 (CA).
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Workshop: The Elephant not in the Room:
Will Psychoanalysis Survive the Screen?
with Leora Trub, PhD and Joyce Slochower, PhD
Don't miss out on this 2 NYS CE Credit virtual talk on Thursday, September 28th from 7pm-9pm on Zoom with Leora Trub, PhD and Joyce Slochower, PhD
Until Covid upended the psychoanalytic frame as we knew it, most of us assumed that the therapeutic process required that analysts’ and patients’ bodies occupy the same physical space. While Covid forced us to abandon these assumptions, we anticipated, even yearned for the day when we could return to in-person work.
Today we’re in a gray zone. To mask or not to mask? To remain remote or risk exposure? While these decisions in part are informed by clinical considerations, our personal necessities are likely also implicated. Do we rationalize when we declare remote therapy equivalent (or nearly equivalent) to in-person work? Do we minimize the health risk to ourselves and our patients when we return to an in-person model? In this talk we invite you to interrogate the factors—conscious or not—that inform our use (or rejection) of remote work. We also aim to explore the short- and long-term implications of working through a screen for the psychoanalytic field as a whole.
Leora Trub, a clinical psychologist, has written extensively on these issues. She runs the Digital Media and Psychology lab at Pace University where she investigates how technologies affect our conceptions of ourselves and our relationships with others.
Joyce Slochower will act as facilitator and discussant.
Presenter – Leora Trub, PhD
Leora Trub, Ph.D., is Associate Professor at Pace University’s doctoral program in School/Clinical-Child Psychology, and has a private practice in New York City, where she treats adolescents, adults and couples. Her primary research interest is the study of identity development, relationship formation and psychological well-being in the age of technology, and the implications of digital technology on clinical practice. She is the author of numerous papers and chapters on clinical practice in the digital age, and the relationship between technology and psychological constructs including attachment, emotional regulation, intimacy, self-presentation and mindfulness. Her research has been published in a range of research, clinical, and psychoanalytic journals. It has also been reported on in various news outlets, including the New York Times.
Discussant – Joyce Slochower, PhD, ABPP
Joyce Slochower Ph.D., ABPP, is Professor Emerita of Psychology at Hunter College & the Graduate Center, CUNY. Joyce is faculty and supervisor at the NYU Postdoctoral Program, the Steven Mitchell Center, the National Training Program of NIP (all in New York), Philadelphia Center for Relational Studies in Philadelphia and the Psychoanalytic Institute of Northern California in San Francisco. She is on the Editorial Boards of Psychoanalytic Dialogues, Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association, Ricerca Psicoanalitica and Psychoanalytic Perspectives and is on the Board of the IARPP. Joyce has published over 100 articles on various aspects of psychoanalytic theory and technique. Second Editions of her two books, Holding and Psychoanalysis: A Relational Perspective (1996) and Psychoanalytic Collisions (2006), were released in 2014 by Routledge. She is co-Editor, with Lew Aron and Sue Grand, of “De-idealizing relational theory: a Critique from within” and “Decentering Relational Theory: A Comparative Critique (2018, Routledge). Her forthcoming book, Elephants Under the Couch: Psychoanalysis and the Unspoken, is in press with Karnac. She is in private practice in New York City where she sees individuals and couples, runs supervision and study groups.
For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact Oranda Barnes, Program Manager, at 212-333-3444 ext 107 or at@icpnyc.org.
Refund Policy: Please note that refunds for all AT events are available up until one week before the start of the workshop or module, unless otherwise stated.
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