In this one-day conference, psychotherapists will learn how to apply basic techniques of Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (STDP). The basic theory will be presented, along with a brief update on the growing research that supports this model. Participants will then learn to apply the theory in order to identify defenses, facilitate emotional experience, and work with transference problems. The format of the conference will include lecture, videotapes of sessions, and role-play.
Learning objectives
At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:
1. Distinguish between highly resistant patients and those who are less resistant.
2. Identify at least three defense mechanisms.
3. Explain the approach to defenses in STDP.
4. Describe the integration of attachment theory in STDP.
5. Compare different ways to understand self-criticism.
Steven Sandler, MD, attended Hahnemann Medical College in Philadelphia and then trained in pediatrics, general psychiatry and child psychiatry. He is on the faculty at Albany Medical Center, where he has practiced and taught Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy for the past twenty years. He is the author of Remembering with Emotion in Dynamic Psychotherapy.
What attendees had to say about Dr. Sandler's Fall 2013 presentation, "Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy: Putting Principles into Practice":
"Learning from such a talented therapist, who is also an excellent teacher, has been a delight."
"I am very grateful to Dr. Sandler for presenting such a difficult case – covering all elements of the material so well and for exposing himself in all his brilliant strengths and very human vulnerabilities. Thank you."
"Knowledgeable speaker, well organized, very practical."
"Learned a lot from videos of Dr. Sandler’s interaction in treatment with patient. His technique is outstanding."
"Great use of video – rare to see so much clinical context."
