Extension Division
The Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies, founded in 1971, holds an absolute charter from the State of New York to offer a Certificate in Psychoanalysis and is recognized by the State of New York as a licensure qualifying institute for those seeking licensure in psychoanalysis.
Modern Psychoanalysis rests on the theoretical framework and clinical approach of Sigmund Freud and the innovative techniques of Hyman Spotnitz and Phyllis W. Meadow. Its cornerstone is emotional communication, the practice of which allows for the loosening of repetitive and rigid patterns of thinking and behavior. This technique along with others has revolutionized the psychoanalytic field, expanding treatment to the full range of emotional disorders. These interventions have proven valuable to those working in the varied fields of social work, mental health, education, the law, business, and the arts among others.
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Annual Conference 2014
Saturday, December 6, 2014
60 Washington Square South, across from Washington Square Park, New York City
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The Layered Self
Linking Motivation and Intervention in Modern Analytic Technique
Freud found that “the psychical mechanism comes into being by a process of stratification, with successive registrations representing the psychical achievements of successive epochs…” A layered self is thus created in which various developmental mental states are more or less permeable and accessible to each other. Psychic development is not a journey in which one destination is left behind to be replaced by another. The various levels of organization remain available and provide the basis for regression throughout life. Even within a fifty-minute hour, different levels of emotional and psychic development may be activated. Patients can regress to autistic and narcissistic states, be dominated by hostility, or experience the need for a loving connection.
"The Chairs"
Friday. November 7th 2014 7:30–9:30 PM
Sam Schacht edits and directs this famous, absurdist, two-character play by Eugene Ionesco, who referred to The Chairs, written and debuted in 1952, as a tragic farce. It is a bleak yet comedic metaphor for human existence, much like the genre of Chaplin films. Renowned actors Rita Gardner and Ken Kimmins return to the CMPS stage to star in this production. CLICK HERE TO RSVP.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Modern Psychoanalysis
Friday. October 10th, 2014. 7:30-9:30 PM CLICK HERE TO RSVP
A Series of Informal Group Conversations with Distinguished Leaders in the Field.
Our guest, Robert Marshall, PhD, has two books and 35 articles to his credit. He is currently writing an autobiographical anthology, Reading, Writing, and Rhythm: The Excitement of Being a Psychoanalyst, and a paper, The Influence of Hungarian Psychoanalysts on Hyman Spotnitz. Sara Sheftel, PhD, LP moderates. There are two readings for this event: reading 1, reading 2.
To Have and to Hold: The Compulsive Hoarder
Monday. October 6th 2014 9:30–11AM Complementary breakfast w/RSVP
In an overview of hoarding behavior, we will examine the neuro-psychiatric aspects and deficits of hoarders, the beliefs commonly held, and the diagnostic categories where hoarding may be a factor. In viewing My Mother’s Garden, we will consider the psychic solutions sought by hoarders. Download brochure.
Before Analysis Can Begin: Treating Pre-Analytic Patients
Sunday, April 27th, 2014,12pm-2pm
Patients often enter treatment with real problems but little if any interest in free-associating. They seek relief from their psychic suffering but for some, years may pass before they become curious and strong enough to explore their unconscious for the underlying motivations of their behaviors. In this seminar we will explore what helps pre-analytic patients to stay in treatment and begin a psychoanalysis. Presentation will be followed by refreshments and a social gathering.
Modern Group Analysis - The Power of the Group: Four Stories
4 Fridays 7:30-9:30pm: 3/15/2014, 4/12/2014, 5/3/2014, 5/17/2014
Group treatment is a cornerstone in the practice of modern psychoanalysis. When combined with individual treatment, it makes for a powerful and effective therapeutic intervention. This series of four stories is designed to invite discussion of the role group has played in the development of four senior faculty members— all of whom employ group in their work. The dialogues also provide an overview of the dynamic work that is accomplished in group analysis. Presenters are faculty in CMPS’s Group Psychoanalysis Training Program.
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