FORS
Florida Organization for Relational Studies
A Local Chapter of the Division of Psychoanalysis of the
American Psychological Association
Welcoming Mental Health Professionals from All Disciplines
presents
a Seminar with
Philip A. Ringstrom, Ph.D.,
Psy.D.
“A Relational Approach to Couples Psychotherapy”
Saturday, March 20th, 2010
9am - 4:30pm
Registration begins at 8:30am
6 CE Credits
Maitland Community Park
Recreation Building
1400 Mayo Ave, Maitland, Florida, 327751
(407) 539-0042
Schedule
8:30am Registration and refreshments
8:50am Welcome and introductions, David Baker, Ph.D; Bill
Player Ph.D.
9:00am Lecture and discussion, Philip A. Ringstrom Ph.D.,
Psy.D.: A Relational Approach to Couples Psychotherapy.
10:30am Break
10:45am Lecture and discussion, continued
12:15pm Lunch
1:15pm Case Presentations and Consultation by Dr. Ringstrom
2:45pm Break
3:00pm Case Presentations and Consultation, continued
4:30pm Complete Evaluations
Educational Objectives
After attending this intermediate level program in full,
participants will be able to:
1) Identify the three essential themes of a relational
approach to couples treatment.
2) Summarize the six steps associated with practicing a
relational approach to couples psychotherapy.
3) Differentiate this model from other psychoanalytic
approaches to couples psychotherapy.
4) Identify key differences between countertransference
conjunctions and disjunctions.
5) Apply the six step approach to case material.
Description of Program: Dr. Ringstrom will present his
six-step model for practicing a relational approach to
couples therapy. A brief historical context for the model’s
creation from a relational and intersubjective perspective
will be shared, along with the salient concepts
underpinning it. Each step will be illustrated with case
material. During the afternoon session Dr. Ringstrom will
provide in vivo consultations emphasizing how his model
works in helping clinicians conceptualize and practice this
contemporary version of psychoanalytically focused couple’s
psychotherapy.
Presenter: Philip Ringstrom, Ph.D., Psy.D. is a Senior
Training and Supervising Analyst, Faculty Member at the
Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis in Los Angeles,
California. He is a Member of the Editorial Boards of both
the International Journal on Psychoanalytic Self Psychology
and Psychoanalytic Dialogues. He is also a member of the
International Council of Self-Psychologists, and on the
Board of Directors of the International Association of
Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. His
publications include:
Ringstrom, P. A. (1994). An intersubjective approach to
conjoint therapy. In A. Goldberg (Ed.), Progress in Self
Psychology, 10. Hillsdale, NY: The Analytic Press.
Ringstrom, P. A. (1998). Competing selfobject functions:
the bane of the conjoint therapist. Bulletin of the
Menninger Clinic, 62(3), 314-325.
Ringstrom, P. A. (2009). L’ Approcccio relazione
intersoggettivo al trattamento conguinto (in press) Italy.
Ringstrom, P. A. (2010). A Relational Psychoanalytic
Approach to Conjoint Treatment (in preparation) Hillsdale,
NY: The Analytic Press.
Seminar Fees:
Members $80; Non-members $100; Students $25
Fees include a continental breakfast, refreshments and
lunch. While you may pay at the door, seating is limited
and therefore it is recommended to register by mail or
e-mail by Saturday March 13th, 2010. Please note that the
student registration fee is for unlicensed professionals
only and therefore no CE credits are awarded. Refunds are
honored with written notice at least 72 hours before date
of seminar. Contact Renee Natvig, Treasurer, at
407-625-3134 regarding refunds or if there are questions
pertaining to seminar fees.
Participants: This seminar is open to all FORS members;
interested mental health professionals who may not be
members, and unlicensed students who are enrolled at least
part-time in a terminal degree program (BA, MA, Ph.D.,
Psy.D ) leading towards licensure as a mental health
professional. It is not limited to individuals practicing
in a predominately psychoanalytic mode. FORS and Division
39 are committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in
its continuing education activities. If participants have
special needs, we will attempt to accommodate them. Please
address any questions or concerns to Angela Williams,
Continuing Education Coordinator at 321-214-0826.
FORS Contact: FORS and Division 39 are committed to
conducting all activities in conformity with the American
Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles for
Psychologists. If you believe that a violation of ethics
has occurred during this presentation, or if you have
concerns about such issues as handicapped accessibility,
distress with regard to program content or other
complaints, please contact Angela Williams, Continuing
Education Coordinator at 321-214-0826.
Continuing Education: This program is offered for 6
continuing education credits (6.0 CE). Participants must
attend 100% of the program. Upon completion of a seminar
evaluation form, a certificate will be issued. This serves
as documentation of attendance for all participants.
Psychologists will have their participation registered
through Division 39. Division 39 is approved by the
American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing
education for psychologists. Division 39 maintains
responsibility for the program and its content. The
American Psychological Association is also approved as a CE
provider for Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family
Therapists, and Clinical Social Workers licensed in the
State of Florida as stated in Florida Statutes Chapter 491,
section 64B4 6.002. Please address any questions to Angela
Williams, Continuing Education Coordinator at 321-214-0826.
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Printable PDF Directions (with map here)
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From I-4:
Exit 90 (I-4 westbound) or 90A (I-4 Eastbound) onto SR414
Maitland Blvd go east.
Go approx 1.5 miles and cross over Maitland Ave SR 427.
Stay in right hand lane.
Immediately after Maitland Ave is a slip road, turn right
onto the slip road, do not go over the bridge.
Follow slip road to traffic light at 17-92. Cross over
17-92 and you are now on Mayo Ave.
Follow Mayo Ave approx 1/3 mile and the Park will be
immediately in front of you.
Drive into the park and the Recreation Building is down at
the far end. It is the only building on the property.
From SR 436:
Take SR 436 to 17-92 (Casselberry) and turn South.
Follow 17-92 and immediately after the Maitland Overpass
(approx 2 miles) is a traffic light.
Turn Left at light onto Mayo Ave.
Follow Mayo Ave approx 1/3 mile and the Park will be
immediately in front of you.
Drive into the park and the Recreation Building is down at
the far end. It is the only building on the property.
From Aloma/Fairbanks Ave SR426:
Take Aloma/Fairbanks Ave to SR 17-92. Turn north.
Follow 17-92 past downtown Maitland to the traffic light
immediately before the Maitland overpass (approx 3.5
miles).
At traffic light turn right onto Mayo Ave.
Follow Mayo Ave approx 1/3 mile and the Park will be
immediately in front of you.
Drive into the park and the Recreation Building is down at
the far end. It is the only building on the property.