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Psychoanalytic Education & Seminars for Mental Health Professionals
The Philadelphia Psychotherapy is a professional learning community dedicated to advancing psychoanalytic education for mental health professionals. Founded in 2010, our organization provides specialized seminars and continuing education programs focused on object relations theory and its clinical applications. Led by experienced faculty members Charles Ashbach, Karen Fraley, and Paul Koehler, we offer a unique learning environment that integrates theoretical concepts with practical clinical insights. Our programs emphasize the study of psychoanalytic principles through structured readings, case discussions, and group processes that explore the complexities of transference and countertransference. We maintain affiliations with prestigious institutions like the International Psychotherapy Institute and offer APA-approved continuing education credits. Through both in-person and distance learning formats, we serve psychologists, social workers, and counselors seeking to deepen their understanding of psychoanalytic theory and practice.Our faculty members bring decades of combined experience in clinical practice, supervision, and psychoanalytic education. We publish scholarly works on topics such as suffering and sacrifice in therapy, and maintain a multidisciplinary approach that incorporates mythology and literature into psychoanalytic study. Our programs are designed to cultivate professional growth through rigorous academic engagement and clinical application. We provide structured seminars on specific texts and theories, with opportunities for participants to share case material and receive expert guidance. Our commitment to excellence in psychoanalytic education has established us as a respected resource for mental health professionals in the Philadelphia region and beyond.
Services
Cultivating Alive Moments
Object Relations Theory
Psychoanalytic Seminars
Continuing Education Credits
Distance Learning Programs
Clinical Case Discussions
Group Process Training
Literature and Psychoanalysis
Supervision Services
Certification Programs
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer APA-approved continuing education programs for mental health professionals
- Our faculty includes certified psychoanalysts with decades of clinical experience
- We provide unique seminars integrating object relations theory with clinical practice
- We maintain affiliations with international psychoanalytic institutions
- Our programs combine structured readings with case material discussions
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association
- National Board for Certified Counselors
- Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners
- New York State Education Department
- Utah NASW
Services
Cultivating Alive Moments
This seminar explores countertransference dynamics through Hinshelwood's framework. Participants analyze projective identification mechanisms and learn to utilize countertransference for clinical breakthroughs. The program combines theoretical instruction with case material sharing to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
Object Relations Theory
Comprehensive study of object relations principles from Freud to contemporary theorists. The program examines psychic structure formation and transference patterns through clinical case studies. Participants gain skills in containment techniques and unconscious process recognition for improved therapeutic outcomes.
Continuing Education Credits
APA-approved educational programs for mental health professionals. Our CE courses cover advanced psychoanalytic concepts with practical applications. Participants earn credits through structured seminars that combine theoretical study with clinical practice integration.
Distance Learning Programs
Remote psychoanalytic education via telephone conferencing. These programs cover Kleinian theory, Bion's model, and transference studies. Participants engage in case discussions and theoretical analysis while maintaining professional connections across geographic locations.
Clinical Case Discussions
Structured forums for sharing and analyzing clinical material. Participants explore transference dynamics and countertransference reactions in real-world cases. The sessions emphasize practical application of object relations theory to enhance therapeutic interventions and patient understanding.
People
Charles Ashbach
Faculty Member
PhD from Temple University with 30+ years of psychotherapy experience. Co-author of object relations texts and former faculty at multiple psychoanalytic institutes. Specializes in narcissism and group dynamics.
Karen Fraley
Faculty Member
LCSW with certification in Object Relations Therapy. Private practice experience in Exton, PA. Focuses on women's issues and Bion's model of the mind. Published author in psychoanalytic journals.
Paul Koehler
Faculty Member
MSW from University of Pennsylvania with psychoanalytic training. Fellow of Pennsylvania Society for Clinical Social Work. Specializes in war dynamics and religious perversion linkages in therapy.
Suzanne St. John
Faculty Member
Certified psychoanalyst with NCPsyA. 30+ years in private practice. National faculty member at International Psychotherapy Institute. Expertise in group psychotherapy and clinical supervision.
Questions
What psychoanalytic theories do you focus on in your programs?
We specialize in object relations theory with emphasis on Klein, Bion, and Winnicott's contributions.
Do you offer continuing education credits for mental health professionals?
Yes, we provide APA-approved CE credits for psychologists and social workers in multiple states.
What types of seminars do you offer for clinical professionals?
We offer structured seminars on countertransference, transference, group dynamics, and literature integration.
Are your programs available through distance learning formats?
Yes, we provide distance learning opportunities via telephone conferencing for various psychoanalytic topics.
Who are the core faculty members at your study center?
Our core faculty includes Charles Ashbach, Karen Fraley, and Paul Koehler with guest presenters.
