This overview of self psychology will answer the titular questions, offering an introduction to the theory and clinical practice. We will begin with a brief synopsis of the historical origins of the theory, initially developed by Heinz Kohut at the Chicago Institute…
The value of insight as a mutative factor in psychoanalysis has long been a central question in psychoanalysis. Most analysts of this generation believe that although insight has clear value, it isn’t normally sufficient to produce structural change in most patients. Alternatively, the tide…
The Oedipus complex is widely considered the centerpiece of classical psychoanalytic theory. It was hypothesized as a universal constellation arising between age 3 and 6 years, at the height of the genital phase of psychosexual development. Its resolution involved the child’s move…
A conversation between two psychoanalysts, Beatrice Patsalides Hofmann and Garrett Tanner, members of the Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis, will focus on clinical and theoretical questions arising from the practice of psychoanalysis in the context of war. Topics of discussion will include the…
In this workshop, Dr. Feinstein will begin with a group discussion on uses, benefits, and limitations of doing supervision using five forms of supervision: case-based supervision, video/audio recordings of patient sessions, process notes supervision, transcription supervision, and live supervision. A mini-lecture will then…
Dr. Michael O'Loughlin has devoted considerable time in his writing to autobiographical exploration of his own subject formation and the complexity of his status as an exile from Ireland. He will begin by sharing excerpts from his writings—and particularly from an interview…
Psychoanalysis and group treatment afford the opportunity to evoke early, unsymbolized, and non-represented trauma, neglect, and yet-to-be-suffered breakdown. When the analyst and group leader can unobtrusively make the space for the emergence of these phenomena, the unspoken and unmetabolized can take shape…
This workshop offers participants the opportunity to reflect upon each of these disciplines/competencies with a primary focus on radical openness and courageous speech/disciplined spontaneity. The workshop will deepen participants understanding of relationally-oriented theory and clinical technique and will be useful in assessing…
"Psyche" is the Greek word for soul, mind, or inner life. "Polis" refers to the city-state or political community—the shared public world. Joined together, psyche and polis evoke the inseparable relationship between the individual’s inner world and the social, cultural, and political…
In this lecture, Shirley Liao, PhD, FIPA will share a paper presented as part of a panel presentation at IPA Asia Pacific 2026 conference. In an era marked by political unrest, environmental collapse, and digital oversaturation, this presentation will offer a closer…