Psychotherapy Development and Enrichment Program (PEP)To view our PEP brochure, click the following link: PEP Brochure The PEP is a post-graduate curriculum designed to enhance formation and augment clinical practice of psychotherapists from an integrated psychodynamic/spiritual framework. All or part of the program may be taken throughout the year. Classes meet from 8:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the Main office of Care and Counseling, 12141 Ladue Road, St. Louis, MO 63141. The format of the classes will be lecture, reading and discussion. Courses of the PEP program may be taken individually. The complete curriculum may be taken to receive a certificate. Continuing Education Hours will be available to participants. Family and Faith of Origin and the Helping Professional
Instructor: Steve Heitkamp, D. Min., L.C.P.C. (IL), AAPC Fellow An exploration of the dynamics and history of family and faith patterns will help the professional helper respond more effectively to clients, congregants and others seeking our help. Theorists Bowen and Friedman used in readings and discussion. Sessions explore family of origin themes and impact on self and other perceptions and impact on professional work. Interpersonal Theory
Instructor: John Perry, M.A., J.D., L.P.C. (MO), L.C.P.C. (IL) Psychodynamic Theory: Drive, Ego, Self and Object Relations
Instructor: Sharon Kirsch, M.A., L.P.C. (MO), Licensed Psychologist Grounding one's psychotherapeutic work in psychodynamic theory provides a base for understanding one's clients. The main emphasis in this class will be on object relations and self psychology. Attachment Theory
Instructor: Bob Pelley, M.A., L.P.C. (MO) Attachment Theory focuses on how early emotional ties between child and caregiver impact future relational life. Historical development from psychoanalytic roots will be included as well as implications for clinical work. Psychodynamic Psychopathology - DSM & Beyond
Instructor: Beth Vaccaro, L.P.C. (MO) Sessions focus on personality configuration, characterlogical development and how the understanding of a client informs and shapes long term psychotherapy. Readings and class discussion with specific focus on Axis II themes. Modd and anxiety disorders are the focus of Axis I diagnosis and treatment. Therapist and Client Relationship
Instructor: Marilyn Kuhn, M.A., L.P.C. (MO), N.C.C. Exploration of the complex dynamics of the therapist and client relationship and its impact both on the client and the therapist. Class focus: the use of self in therapy, the alliance, transference/countertransference, the initial and ongoing relationship in psychotherapy. Therapist and Client Relationship - Boundaries
Instructor: John Perry, M.A., J.D., L.P.C. (MO), L.C.P.C. (IL) Effectiveness in the therapeutic relationship requires clear boundaries. Should these boundaries become blurred, not only can the therapy not be helpful, it can actually be harmful. Understanding and applying these concepts is the focus of this segment of the course. Nuts & Bolts of Being a Therapist
Instructor: Laurie Watkins, M.Ed., L.P.C. (MO), L.C.P.C. (IL) This is a developing course that will focus on what it is like to be a therapist. The fundamentals and framework of working with a client in the world of psychotherapy. Supportive vs. insight, diagnosis, assessment stages of therapy interpretations, diagnosis and treatment goals. Defenses and written documentation. Nuts & Bolts of Being a Therapist - Termination
Instructor: Sharon Kirsch, M.A., L.P.C. (MO), Licensed Psychologist This class will explore the process and impact of the different types of termination as it effects the client and the therapist. Object Relations Couple and Family Therapy
Instructor: Aline Russell, D.Min., L.C.P.C. (IL), L.M.F.T. (IL), N.C.C. This class will explore the effect of early relationships on current functioning through readings and case examples. Healing the Psyche: Psychological and Spiritual Integration
Instructor: Susan Mielke, D.Min., L.P.C. (IL), AAPC Fellow Finding meaning in life leads to hope which leads to healing in the psychotherapeutic process. Attention will be placed on how one's spiritual life is integral to the healing process. PCS and PEP participants will be together during this part of the program. Graduation - May 20, 2009 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Care and Counseling offers educational opportunities and supervised experience in psychodynamic and systems psychotherapy and pastoral counseling in a setting which honors mind, heart, and soul. The classes are open to mental health professionals and pastoral counselors in addition to those students in our training program. The training program includes study and/or supervised clinical experience. On-line Training Program Application For further information about training opportunities at Care and Counseling call the Director of Training: (314) 878-4340 or (800) 677-3609. |
