The Value of Analysis and the Anatomy of Interpretation featuring Albert Mason, MB, BS, PsyD in celebration of his work and his 90th birthday.
Program Description
This innovative conference will include two presentations, the first on the value of analysis and the second on the anatomy of interpretation. In the first presentation, Dr. Mason will elaborate on the value of psychoanalysis as a research tool to describe psychic structure and dynamics as well as a therapeutic process for the modification of mental and psychodynamic illness. In the second presentation, he will demonstrate the technique and process of analysis by constructing, with input from audience participants, a diagram that addresses what the analyst thinks/does, what the patient thinks/does, and the connective dynamics between them, both conscious and unconscious. Particular attention will be paid to the transformative aspects of the therapeutic relationship which result in deep and lasting personality change. There will be ample time for audience discussion.
Audience
MD’s, Psychologists, LCSW’s, MFT’s, Registered Nurses, and other learners interested in developing psychoanalytic understanding.
Course Objectives
At the end of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate psychoanalysis from other forms of psychotherapeutic treatment;
- Identify the relationship between the conscious content of a therapy session and the unconscious dynamics expressed;
- Work through transference distortions in order to produce psychic change and improved outcomes with their patients.
Program Faculty
Albert A. Mason, MB, BS, PsyD is a training and supervising analyst at the Psychoanalytic Center of California and the New Center for Psychoanalysis. He is a founding member and twice President of the Psychoanalytic Center of California, as well as a past member of the House of Delegates of the International Psychoanalytic Society. He is highly regarded for his clinical and supervisory skills, his clear and engaging thinking as a teacher and writer, as well as his sense of humor. He maintains a private practice in Beverly Hills.
Program Schedule
8:30 am – Registration and continental breakfast
9:00 am – Welcome, Dr. Jennifer Kunst, CE Chair
9:15 am – The Value of Analysis, Dr. Mason
10:00 am – Audience discussion
10:45 am – Coffee break
11:00 am – The Anatomy of Interpretation
11:45 am – Audience discussion
12:30 pm – Closing remarks and adjourn
Continuing Education Credit
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the IMQ and the CMA’s CME accreditation standards through the PCC. The PCC is accredited by the Institute for Medical Quality/California Medical Association (IMQ/CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The PCC takes responsibility for the content, quality and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
The PCC designates this educational activity for a maximum of 3.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. This credit may also be applied to the CMA Certification in Continuing Medical Education.
Psychologists may apply hours in attendance at this CME accredited live activity toward their continuing education requirement for licensure.
This course meets the qualifications for up to 3.25 hours of continuing education as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (Provider # PCE1355) for those holding MFT or LCSW licenses. This course is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider #CEP6003) for up to 3.25 contact hours.
*Note: Participants of all professional disciplines should only claim continuing education hours/credit commensurate with their actual participation in this activity.