This course explores the many ways that issues of “culture” influence the frame of psychotherapy and the relationship between client and therapist.  A historical context is provided to help define “Multiculturalism, Biculturalism and Interculturalism” as discussed in the literature.   A psychoanalytic perspective on the issues is then provided.  Next, an analysis is provided by several Gestalt therapists. Emphasis is then given to issues of particular relevance to therapists in the United States; that is, therapist and client field-related issues with regard to race and ethnicity.  Finally, the course looks at social action as it relates to Gestalt therapy theory and to our role as Gestalt therapists.

• $300

• 10 Hours

• Instructor: Patricia Tucker, LCSW, LP

Utilizing a psychoanalytic and Gestalt therapy framework, the interplay of social factors in the environment and issues of LGBTQIA+ identity will be discussed in depth. Students will be presented with many of the cultural issues and struggles of this population, and the creative adjustments, defenses, and coping mechanisms frequently utilized by LGBTQIA+ clients that clinicians need to understand when working with this population in a psychotherapy setting. Assessment and treatment issues will be discussed using both case material and the student’s own experiences with the LGBTQIA+ population.

• $350

• 10 Hours

• Instructor: Jennifer Byxbee, LCAT

Students will master the basics of research and statistics, will be able to review and critique psychological, psychoanalytic and social research articles, including research design, analysis of samples, and understanding of qualitative and quantitative data.

• $450

• 15 Hours

• Instructor: Lina Jandorf, LMHC