Psychoanalytic Models of the Mind Part 1 (202)
Instructors: Donald Rosenblitt, MD and Dhipthi Mulligan, MD
Open to Distance Learners

Psychoanalytic Models of the Mind is a two-part course that provides an introduction to the major phases of development in psychoanalytic theory from its origins in the latter part of the 19th century to the present. Part I is a 16-session course that focuses on psychoanalytic theories originating with Sigmund Freud through ego psychology (Anna Freud, Heinz Hartmann, Charles Brenner) and early object relations (Melanie Klein and William Fairbairn). We will follow themes of topography, motivation, structure, and development throughout the course to learn how these theories evolve from, coexist with and inform each other.

This course is intended for clinicians at beginning through intermediate levels.

Prerequisite: Students will need a basic exposure to and understanding of psychoanalytic theory and its application to the treatment of patients. Applicants can meet this requirement through previous coursework, training, or supervision (e.g., Thinking Psychoanalytically: The Basics; the PPSC Introductory Course; psychoanalytic coursework or supervision in graduate school/residency or post-graduation). Applicants who don't meet this requirement can register for the course with permission of the instructors.

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Where:    Center for Psychological and Family Services, Chapel Hill
When:     August 29 - December 12, 2017   
Time:       5:30pm - 7:00pm
CME Credits: 24 / CE Credits: 6 / NBCC: 24 clock hours / All others: Letter of Attendance

About the Instructors: Donald Rosenblitt, MD and Dhipthi Mulligan, MD

Required Texts:
1. Auchincloss, Elizabeth. (2015). The Psychoanalytic Model of the Mind. Washington D.C.: American Psychiatric Publishing.
2. Greenberg, J. and Mitchell, S. (1983). Object Relations in Psychoanalytic Theory. Cambridge: Harvard University Press.

Course Syllabus: Click Here

Registration and Tuition Deadline deadline is August 22. 
$25 Registration Fee is due at time of application.
Tuition: $650
$485 for students matriculated in the training programs 
$600 for residents and graduate students
Payment plans can be arranged with the Administrator
Matriculated students aren't charged a course registration fee.  Students who register for more than one course in a semester pay only one registration fee.  In special circumstances we may accept registrations after the registration deadline, but there will be an additional $20 late registration fee.
Course Cancellation Policy

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1. Demonstrate understanding of the following theories by way of creating a diagrammed model of the mind for each theory.

• Sigmund Freud’s metapsychologies - Topographic Model and Structural Model
• The ego psychological model as postulated by Anna Freud, Heinz Hartmann and Charles Brenner
• Melanie Klein’s model of early object relations
• William Fairbairn’s model of early object relations

2. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between psychoanalytic theory and psychoanalytic process by writing a formulation linking detailed process notes with two of the above models. 
3. Demonstrate the role of topography, motivation, structure, and development in each of these theories by summarizing in class what role they play in the above theories.  Each student will have the opportunity to do this during a summary class (Class 6, 12 or 16).

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