
- Average Rating:
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- Topic Areas:
- Keynotes | Couples Therapy | Infidelity | Relationships | Crisis Therapy | Attachment | Emotional Regulation | Therapeutic Model
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2017
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 23:41
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Mar 31, 2017
- Short Description:
- Ellyn will present a video of a first session with a couple about to separate after a third discovered infidelity. The session, conducted by Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson focuses on illuminating how one partner’s unresolved family of origin issues create pain for both partners, contribute to infidelity and inhibit the development of the relationship. After the video presentation, Janis Spring will comment. We all learn more when we see therapeutic work discussed from multiple perspectives.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Couples Therapy | Workshops | Deception | Differentiation | Confrontation | Family Systems | Psychodynamics | Therapist Techniques
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2015
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Sue Diamond, MA, RCC
- Duration:
- 1:32:41
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 25, 2015
- Short Description:
- Everybody lies. Some lies are loving and harmless. But, others are enormously destructive. Couples’ patterns of deception often begin innocently but end in couples destroying the love they once had. Self- deception, conflict avoidance and felony lies all undermine commitment and connection. Learn to identify and disrupt deception, confront evasiveness and hypocrisy and facilitate differentiation.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Brief Therapy
- Categories:
- Erickson Congress | Erickson Congress 2011
- Faculty:
- Wendel Ray, PhD
- Duration:
- 59 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 07, 2011
- Short Description:
- A comprehensive exploration of John Weakland and Richard Fisch's interactional therapy, featuring the Palo Alto group's innovative brief therapy approach. Through a detailed case study of an anorexic daughter, the workshop demonstrates reflective listening, cultural anthropology, and client-centered intervention techniques.
- Price:
- $20.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Couples Therapy | Gender | Cultural and Social Contexts
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2005
- Faculty:
- Frank Dattilio, PhD, ABPP | Peggy Papp, ACSW
- Duration:
- 1:02:16
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Mar 05, 2005
- Short Description:
- This session looks at changing views on gender in therapy over the previous 30 years, moving from rigid stereotypes to a more nuanced understanding of men and women. Topics include the influence of cultural shifts on gender roles, the pressures of balancing work and family, and the importance of therapists recognizing their own biases. The discussion also highlights efforts to challenge sexist practices and promote mutual respect in relationships.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Confrontation | Attachment | Behavioral Psychology | Psychoanalysis | Therapist Techniques
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2004
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:32:12
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Mar 26, 2004
- Short Description:
- Exploration of the art of confrontation in couples therapy, balancing empathy and directness. Bader outlines six confrontation styles and shares strategies for addressing issues like addiction, trust, and conflict avoidance. Through video examples and case studies, she demonstrates how therapists can navigate complex dynamics—considering culture, gender, and individual histories—while helping clients confront passivity, express motivations, and take responsibility for change.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy | Transference / Countertransference
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1990
- Faculty:
- Carl Whitaker, MD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 52 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 15, 1990
- Short Description:
- Carl Whitaker explores honesty in family therapy, emphasizing therapist boundaries and self-awareness. He introduces "parallel play" to navigate family dynamics and discusses intergenerational patterns, past traumas, and systemic relationships. Role-play exercises highlight communication strategies, while co-therapy and cultural influences are examined. Whitaker also shares experiences with complex cases, underscoring the need for therapist self-care.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Family Therapy Psychotherapy Transference Carl Whitaker Attachment Attunement Autonomy Behavioral Change Challenge Cultivation Destabilization Disrupting Psychological Patterns Emotional Growth Experiential Experiential Learning Expressive Communication Flexibility Individualized Treatment Metaphors Naturalistic Observation Paradoxical Interventions Pattern Interruption Phenomenology Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Receptive Communication Reframing Resilience Spontaneous Transformation Storytelling Strategic Interventions Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Unconscious Resources Utilization Validation Adaptation Learning Self-Discovery Therapeutic Experimentation

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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Humor | Psychotherapy | Therapist Development
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1990
- Faculty:
- Arnold Lazarus, Ph.D. | Miriam Polster | Carl Whitaker, MD | Cloe Madanes, HDL, LIC
- Duration:
- 58 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 15, 1990
- Short Description:
- Moderated by Michael Yapko, the panel explores humor in therapy. Arnold Lazarus emphasizes laughing with, not at, clients. Miriam Polster highlights humor’s role in fostering equality, while Cloe Madanes uses it to address personal and family issues. Carl Whitaker stresses spontaneity. The panel also discusses challenges with depressed patients and the importance of timing and context.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Humor Psychotherapy Therapist Development Arnold Lazarus Carl Whitaker Miriam Polster Cloe Madanes Expressive Communication Paradoxical Interventions Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Reframing Storytelling Strategic Interventions Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Validation Adaptive Learning Challenge Metaphor Therapy Utilization

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- Topic Areas:
- Clinical Presentations | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy | Family Systems
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1990
- Faculty:
- Carl Whitaker, MD
- Duration:
- 56 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 15, 1990
- Short Description:
- An innovative family systems intervention which demonstrates role flexibility, strategic reframing, and playful therapeutic techniques to address intergenerational anxiety and communication disruptions.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Carl Whitaker Family Systems Family Therapy Psychotherapy Attachment Experiential Utilization Adaptation Attunement Autonomy Behavioral Change Challenge Cultivation Destabilization Disrupting Psychological Patterns Emotional Growth Experiential Learning Expressive Communication Flexibility Individualized Treatment Learning Metaphors Naturalistic Observation Paradoxical Interventions Pattern Interruption Phenomenology Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Receptive Communication Reframing Resilience Self-Discovery Self-Organizing Change Spontaneous Transformation Storytelling Strategic Interventions Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Unconscious Resources Validation

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- Topic Areas:
- Supervision Panels | Supervision | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1990
- Faculty:
- Salvador Minuchin, MD | Carl Whitaker, MD | Joseph Wolpe, M.D.
- Duration:
- 59 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 14, 1990
- Short Description:
- Moderated by Camillo Loriedo, this panel explores psychotherapy supervision techniques. The participants contrast their approaches to overseeing a student treating a 32-year-old woman with family issues. Minuchin stresses background details and live supervision, while Whitaker advocates involving the husband. Joseph Wolpe highlights the need for detailed patient data in effective treatment. The discussion also covers group supervision benefits and challenges with novice therapists.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Supervision Psychotherapy Salvador Minuchin Carl Whitaker Joseph Wolpe Autonomy Behavioral Change Experiential Learning Flexibility Observation Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Strategic Interventions Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Validation Adaptation Learning Self-Discovery Therapeutic Experimentation Adaptive Learning Challenge Phenomenological Approach

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- Topic Areas:
- Invited Addresses | Experiential Therapy | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1990
- Faculty:
- Carl Whitaker, MD | Paul Watzlawick, PhD
- Duration:
- 1 hour 29 minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 13, 1990
- Short Description:
- The infrastructure of the family as an organism can be altered. A symbolic experience is a difference that makes a difference. This lecture describes how to precipitate a symbolic experience. Dr. Carl Whitaker redefines family therapy with his experiential approach, emphasizing therapist authenticity, intuitive practice, and strategic vulnerability while balancing boundaries and genuine connection.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Carl Whitaker Family Therapy Psychotherapy Adaptation Attunement Autonomy Behavioral Change Emotional Growth Expressive Communication Flexibility Learning Observation Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Receptive Communication Resilience Self-Discovery Storytelling Strategic Interventions Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Validation Experiential Therapy Adaptive Learning Challenge Cultivation Experiential Learning Naturalistic Change Phenomenological Approach Self-Organizing Change Unconscious Resources Utilization

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Psychotherapy | Therapist Development
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1985
- Faculty:
- Murray Bowen, MD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 27 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 15, 1985
- Short Description:
- A comprehensive examination of psychotherapy, human behavior, and family dynamics, exploring the evolution of therapeutic approaches, the challenges of understanding human cognition, and the critical role of personal growth in mental health. This work delves into the concept of differentiation of self, the foundations of psychoanalytic theory, and the complex interactions between individual development, societal influences, and family systems.
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- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Family Systems | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1985
- Faculty:
- Murray Bowen, MD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 28 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 13, 1985
- Short Description:
- A workshop focusing on a strategic family therapy case by exploring marital conflict, individual growth, and emotional differentiation through systemic therapeutic intervention. Concludes with a comprehensive exploration of family systems therapy.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Family Systems Family Therapy Psychotherapy Murray Bowen Adaptation Adaptive Learning Attunement Autonomy Behavioral Change Challenge Emotional Growth Flexibility Learning Naturalistic Change Observation Phenomenological Approach Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Reframing Resilience Self-Discovery Storytelling Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Validation
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- Not yet rated
- Topic Areas:
- Clinical Presentations | Interviewing | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1985
- Faculty:
- Carl Whitaker, MD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 47:38
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 13, 1985
- Short Description:
- A family therapy session exploring complex dynamics of custody, emotional challenges, and resilience. Carl Whitaker guides the family through discussions of relationships, self-esteem, and coping strategies, using empathetic and unconventional therapeutic techniques to support healing and understanding.
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- Not yet rated
- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1985
- Faculty:
- Carl Whitaker, MD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 38 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 12, 1985
- Short Description:
- Carl Whitaker and David Keith explore co-therapy through a four-year case study of a family with a son diagnosed with schizophrenia. Using unconventional techniques of ambiguity and playful interaction, they challenge traditional therapeutic approaches, emphasizing process over progress. The presentation examines co-therapy dynamics, family systems, and the importance of authenticity in healing, demonstrating an innovative approach to understanding and treating psychological challenges.
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- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Family Therapy Psychotherapy Carl Whitaker David Keith Adaptation Adaptive Learning Attunement Autonomy Behavioral Change Challenge Destabilization Emotional Growth Experiential Therapy Expressive Communication Flexibility Hypnotic Communication Indirect Suggestion Learning Metaphor Therapy Naturalistic Change Observation Paradoxical Interventions Pattern Interruption Phenomenological Approach Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Receptive Communication Reframing Seeding Self-Discovery Storytelling Strategic Interventions Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Unconscious Resources Utilization Validation
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- Not yet rated
- Topic Areas:
- Conversation Hours | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 1985
- Faculty:
- Carl Whitaker, MD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 52:53
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 11, 1985
- Short Description:
- Carl Whitaker explores the human experience of mental health through a radical family systems approach, challenging traditional psychiatric views. Drawing from his farm upbringing and personal encounters with schizophrenia, he advocates for holistic, intuitive therapy that treats entire families and views psychological challenges as complex human experiences rather than medical conditions.
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Tags: Psychotherapy Carl Whitaker Adaptive Learning Challenge Emotional Growth Experiential Therapy Expressive Communication Flexibility Metaphor Therapy Naturalistic Change Observation Phenomenological Approach Problem-Solving Therapy Reframing Schizophrenia Self-Discovery Storytelling Strategic Interventions Therapeutic Alliance Validation

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- Topic Areas:
- Interaction Hours | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Erickson Congress | Erickson Congress 1980
- Faculty:
- Jay Haley, MA | Carl Whitaker, MD | Ernest Rossi, PhD
- Duration:
- 45:41
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 06, 1980
- Short Description:
- During this Interaction Hour, Carl Whitaker and Jay Haley explore Milton H. Erickson’s creative therapeutic methods, including ideomotor action and sensory recall. Their session also examines Erickson's self-healing, the challenge of emulation, and the role of adversity in innovation.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Psychotherapy Adaptation Attunement Autonomy Behavioral Change Emotional Growth Ericksonian Therapy Experiential Learning Expressive Communication Flexibility Hypnosis Learning Observation Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Receptive Communication Resilience Self-Discovery Storytelling Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Utilization Validation Carl Whitaker Jay Haley Adaptive Learning Challenge Cultivation Experiential Therapy Indirect Suggestion Metaphor Therapy Naturalistic Change Phenomenological Approach Seeding Self-Organizing Change Unconscious Resources