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| FORMAT | 8 weekly sessions of 2 hours duration |
| DATES | 19 Oct – 7 Dec 2015 |
| TIME | Monday evenings 7.30pm – 9.30pm |
| COST | Early Bird $425, Standard $495 |
| VENUE | Counselling on Stirling, 10/100 Stirling Hwy, North Fremantle EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS 25 Sept 2015 |
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This 8 week clinical study group will introduce participants to fundamental concepts of the Masterson Approach, focussing on the distinctive treatment interventions applied to the specific needs of each of the Disorder of Self clusters – borderline, narcissistic and schizoid.
Dr James Masterson’s pioneering work in conceptualising the underlying psychic structures of the borderline and narcissistic disorders – together with the contribution of Dr Ralph Klein in illuminating the psychic structure of the schizoid disorder – formed the basis for groundbreaking treatment approaches which are remarkably effective in working with clients often considered difficult to treat. Masterson theory is founded in the developmental self, object relations and attachment models.
The study group will cover theory and case presentations, as well as offer opportunity for clinical discussion of participants’ case material. Reading of set articles prior to each session supports the learning experience. Participants will require a copy of the text, The Therapist’s Guide to the Personality Disorders: the Masterson Approach, at the commencement of the course. Additional reading material will be provided.
This professional development opportunity will suit practitioners interested in deepening their understanding of the treatment of personality disorders.
FACILITATORS
MAGGIE DOWN
Maggie is a senior psychotherapist and supervisor with experience in mental health, private practice and university sectors, spanning 35 years. She works with adult individuals primarily providing long term psychotherapy. Maggie trained in Masterson psychoanalytic psychotherapy with the International Masterson Institute based in New York, and is currently completing training to become a faculty member of IMI. Background trainings include mental health OT, gestalt therapy and formal training in supervision. Maggie is co-principal trainer of an advanced training course in professional supervision.
NANCY CARBONE
After successfully completing 3 years of training with the psychoanalytic International Masterson Institute, New York, Nancy became a trainee faculty member of IMI by undertaking further training. Nancy has attended psychoanalytic conferences around the world, and been a clinical trainer and supervisor. She has worked as a therapist for over 16 years in private practice and organisations. Nancy also has a special interest in working with couples. She has a Masters of Soc. Sc. (Counselling and Psychotherapy); she is a mental health social worker; and has a Bachelor of Arts (major in Psych).
ENQUIRIES
maggdown@iinet.net.au
nancy@counsellingperth.com.au