This in-person event begins at 2:30 pm PST.
SPPP (Division 39) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. SPPP maintains responsibility for the program and its content. This presentation also meets the requirements of WAC 246-809-620 (definition of recognized categories of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists and social workers).
Join us for an “extra credit” study session with Dr. Carter J. Carter in the afternoon at the beautiful Tateuchi Story Theater in the Wing Luke Museum. Dr. Carter will present two thought-provoking papers that examine discrimination within psychoanalytic institutions and society, offering attendees a unique opportunity to reflect on and discuss his work. As part of this dialogue, Dr. Carter invites us to grapple with the following questions: What does it mean for me to be angry with psychoanalysis? For that matter, what does it mean to love psychoanalysis? What is this psychoanalysis that I love, with which I am so very angry? These questions will anchor our conversation, encouraging participants to consider their own experiences and perspectives in relation to his work. Papers will be provided in advance, and all are welcome to join this rich and reflective exploration.
About the speaker: Carter J. Carter is, in no particular order: the lead labor organizer for Massachusetts' union of state university professors and librarians; Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts; Lecturer in the School of Social Policy and Practice, and Affiliated Faculty in the Psychoanalytic Studies Program, at the University of Pennsylvania; the author of a small-town newspaper recipe column, Larder Ardor with Carter Carter; an editor on the boards of Studies in Gender & Sexuality and Psychoanalysis, Culture & Society; the owner of two small businesses, including a private practice in psychotherapy and clinical supervision and a farm; and the author of a number of psychoanalytic articles and a forthcoming book, "Bound to Lose: How Fascism Came for Psychoanalysis."
Papers being presented:
- On Being Angry with Psychoanalysis Forever
- Black, Indigenous, and people of color's experiences of discrimination in psychoanalytic professional organizations in the USA
Learning Objectives:
After this workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Identify major themes in the psychoanalytic literature on discrimination within the profession.
2. Critically analyze the findings of Carter et al's empirical study of BIPOC experiences of discrimination in psychoanalytic professional organize.
3. Critically analyze ethical dilemmas posed by discrimination in the psychoanalytic profession.
4. Propose interventions and responses to discrimination in the psychoanalytic profession.
Participants: This event is designed for graduate level students in mental health and all mental health professionals from introductory to advanced levels.
Class size: Limited to 40 participants
Cost: $75 for Alliance members/$100 for non-Alliance members.
Refund Policy: Refunds less a $35 handling fee will be given up until three weeks before the presentation.
This program, when participated in its entirety, is available for 2.5 continuing education credits. Division 39 is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in its continuing education activities. Division 39 is also committed to conducting all activities in conformity with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles for Psychologists. Participants are asked to be aware of the need for privacy and confidentiality throughout the program. If program content becomes stressful, participants are encouraged to process these feelings during discussion periods. If participants have special needs, we will attempt to accommodate them. Please address questions, concerns and any complaints to Danny Gellersen at dannygellersen@gmail.com. There is no commercial support for this program nor are there any relationships between the CE Sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants or other funding that could reasonably be construed as conflicts of interest. Participants will be informed of the utility/validity of the content/approach discussed (including the basis for the statements about validity/utility), as well as the limitations of the approach and most common (and severe) risks, if any, associated with the program's content.
