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- Topic Areas:
- Addiction | Conversation Hours | Ethical Practice | Supervision | Therapist Development
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2021
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1 hour
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 04, 2021
- Short Description:
- The acronym ACA or ACoA has been a part of the therapy community for several decades now. As the pioneer in the framework for its meaning and influence in the recovery field , Claudia Black will discuss her history with the meaning and the value this terms offers the client. She will also offer a framework for healing the family of origin issues that often contribute to depression, anxiety, relationship conflict and addiction relapse.
- Price:
- $59.00 - Base Price
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- Topic Areas:
- Abuse | Speeches | Psychotherapy | Ethical Practice | Therapeutic Relationship | Therapist Development
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2021
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1 hour
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 04, 2021
- Short Description:
- An examination of how abandonment in childhood creates toxic shame, leading to coping mechanisms like controlling behavior and perfectionism. This speech will also reveal how unmet emotional and physical needs impact personal development, and will offer insights into healing through empathy and self-awareness.
- Price:
- $59.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Deception | Differentiation | Couples Therapy | Relationships | Behavioral Psychology | Group Therapy | Psychoanalysis
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2016
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 02:00:14
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- May 15, 2016
- 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:
- Topical Panels | Abuse | Family Therapy | Psychotherapy | Addiction | Trauma
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2013
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD | Cloe Madanes, HDL, LIC | Julie Gottman, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 58:16
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 14, 2013
- Short Description:
- Discover powerful insights from three experts who unpack the realities of abuse in families affected by addiction. The panel examines abuse in families, revealing critical insights into physical and sexual violence within addictive households. Experts share groundbreaking research on domestic violence, juvenile sex offender treatment, and family healing strategies. Key findings include higher abuse rates in substance-abusing homes, innovative therapeutic interventions, and the importance of comprehensive family involvement in addressing trauma and preventing future violence.
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- Topic Areas:
- Dialogues | Addiction | Psychotherapy | Ethical Practice | Therapeutic Relationship | Therapist Development | Neuroscience
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2013
- Faculty:
- Daniel Amen, MD | Claudia Black, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1:00:09
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 13, 2013
- Short Description:
- A compelling dialogue exploring addiction's complex roots, featuring personal client stories and cutting-edge brain science. Experts Claudia Black and Dr. Daniel Amen reveal how trauma, family dynamics, and neurological factors contribute to addiction, offering insights into comprehensive treatment approaches that address biological, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of recovery.
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- Topic Areas:
- Infidelity | Topical Panels | Couples Therapy | Clinical Psychology | Humanistic Therapy | Psychoanalysis | Relationships | Trauma
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2013
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Janis Abrahms Spring, PhD, ABPP | Michele Weiner-Davis, LCSW
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1:01:24
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 20, 2013
- Short Description:
- A panel of expert therapists delves into the intricate challenges of infidelity, discussing healing strategies, emotional complexities, and therapeutic approaches for couples navigating the aftermath of an affair. Panelists share insights on creating hope, understanding individual experiences, and supporting couples through the difficult journey of rebuilding trust and intimacy.
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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Deception | Differentiation | Couples Therapy | Cognitive Psychology | Communication | Family Systems | Psychoanalysis | Relationships | Strategic Therapy
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2013
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:31:22
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 19, 2013
- 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. We’ll use clinical videos and transcripts to identify and disrupt deception. You’ll learn to successfully confront the evasiveness, hypocrisy and avoidance that keep couples developmentally arrested and differentiation failing.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Infidelity | Dialogues | Couples Therapy | Humanistic Psychology | Trauma Studies
- Categories:
- Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2012
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Esther Perel, MA, LMFT | Janis Abrahms Spring, PhD, ABPP
- Duration:
- 58:47
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 07, 2012
- Short Description:
- Three leading experts explore the nuanced landscape of infidelity in therapy, offering insights into healing, prevention, and understanding modern relationship challenges across cultural contexts.
- 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:
- Workshops | Anger | Couples Therapy | Intimacy | Passive-Aggressiveness | Behavioral Therapy | Psychology | Relationships | Therapist Techniques
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2011
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:09:17
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 02, 2011
- Short Description:
- Explore couples therapy techniques for addressing hostile, angry partners. Learn specialized strategies for managing conflict, processing emotional trauma, and helping couples develop effective communication skills. Includes practical interventions like the Twilight Zone exercise and rapid repair technique, with insights into relationship dynamics and therapeutic approaches.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Anger Couples Therapy Intimacy Passive-Aggressiveness Developmental Stages Emotional Development Emotional Growth Hostile Couples Human Development Pattern Interruption Rapport Strategic Interventions Therapeutic Experimentation Trauma Validation Trauma Triggers Rapid Repair Technique Self-Soothing

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops
- Categories:
- Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2010
- Faculty:
- Wendel Ray, PhD
- Duration:
- 2:09:34
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 12, 2010
- Short Description:
- This workshop explores the principles of MRI brief therapy, emphasizing systemic thinking, client-centered language, and therapist accountability. It covers key figures like Don Jackson, Gregory Bateson, and Milton Erickson, highlighting minimalism, small changes, and avoiding diagnostic labels. Discussions include John Weakland and Richard Fisch’s Competency-Based Brief Therapy, focusing on initial client engagement and problem definition. Practical examples illustrate subtle interventions and the importance of aligning with clients' perspectives to facilitate change.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Brief Therapy Richard Fisch Wendel Ray John Weakland Adaptation Attunement Behavioral Change Indirect Suggestion Learning Naturalistic Change Observation Pattern Interruption Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Reframing Strategic Interventions Strategic Therapy Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Utilization

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- Topic Areas:
- Dialogues | Brief Therapy | Therapist Development | Behavioral Psychology | Professional Practice
- Categories:
- Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2010
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Casey Truffo, M.S.,M.F.T.
- Duration:
- 58:27
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 11, 2010
- Short Description:
- A comprehensive guide to launching and growing a successful therapy practice, covering essential topics like specialization, marketing strategies, professional development, and business ethics. Learn from experienced practitioners about building a thriving practice that aligns with your professional goals and serves your clients effectively.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Addiction | Dialogues | Psychotherapy | Trauma
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2009
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD | Robert Dilts, BA
- Duration:
- 1 Hour
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 12, 2009
- Short Description:
- This session unpacks addictive behavior through psychological and NLP perspectives, revealing its profound impact on individuals, families, and mental health. It covers comprehensive treatment strategies, the role of trauma, co-occurring disorders, and the value of group support, offering insights across both personal and systemic levels.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Ethical Practice | Supervision | Therapist Development
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2009
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 41 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 09, 2009
- Short Description:
- This session addresses the impact of sexual betrayal and compulsive sexual behavior on partners and families. Black examines co-sex addiction, family of origin issues, and the dynamics of deception and false perceptions in relationships. Topics include early stabilization, full disclosure, boundary setting, codependency, spiritual healing, and recovery strategies.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Intimacy | Avoidant | Addiction | Attachment | Behavioral Therapy | Family Systems | Neuroscience | Psychoanalysis | Psychotherapy | Trauma Studies
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2009
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:23:01
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- May 02, 2009
- Short Description:
- A comprehensive workshop exploring intimacy avoidance in couples, revealing therapeutic strategies to help partners overcome fear of vulnerability, challenge core beliefs, and develop deeper emotional connections through authentic communication and courageous self-exposure.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Avoidant Couples Therapy Intimacy Addiction Anxiety Attunement Conflict Avoidance Differentiation Domestic Violence Emotional Growth Experiential Therapy Hostile Couples Observation Pattern Interruption Phenomenological Approach Rapport Self-Discovery Symbiotic Relationships Therapeutic Alliance Trauma Validation Vulnerability Intimacy Avoidance Emotional Withdrawal Emotional Tension Substance Use

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Differentiation | Behavioral Psychology | Family Systems | Neuroscience | Psychology | Sex and Sexuality | Therapist Development | Therapist Techniques
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2008
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:41:27
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 26, 2008
- Short Description:
- Bader reveals how therapists can help partners break destructive cycles, manage anxiety, and build deeper intimacy by understanding attachment, differentiation, and relationship growth stages.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Attachment Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Differentiation Communication Conflict Avoidance Emotional Growth Emotional Triggers Experiential Learning Experiential Therapy Intimacy Observation Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Reframing Sex and Sexuality Stress Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Trauma Vulnerability Developmental Stages Emotional Development Pornography Use Empathy Development Relationship Repair

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Confrontation | Couples Therapy | Behavioral Psychology | Developmental Therapy Model | Family Systems | Psychoanalysis | Psychotherapy | Relationships | Therapist Techniques | Training
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2007
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:48:02
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 27, 2007
- Short Description:
- Bader reveals six confrontation styles—from gentle interventions to powerful 'bombshell' techniques—that help therapists challenge clients while maintaining therapeutic rapport. Learn how strategic confrontation can transform relationship dynamics and support couples' growth.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Confrontation Couples Therapy Emotional Growth Empathy Experiential Learning Family Systems Hypnotic Communication Observation Pattern Interruption Rapport Reframing Self-Organizing Change Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Validation Creative Confrontation Defensive Cycles Emotional Accountability Intrapsychic Issues Negative Patterns Empathic Confrontation Passive Aggression Symbiotic Relationships Grief Processing Self-Respect Building Role Play

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Brief Therapy | Couples Therapy | Developmental Psychology | Family Systems | Group Therapy | Humanistic Psychology
- Categories:
- Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2006
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Peter Pearson, PhD
- Duration:
- 2:38:13
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 09, 2006
- Short Description:
- Dive into an innovative approach to couples therapy with Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson. Learn transformative techniques for creating safe, meaningful dialogues, focusing on trust, mutual accountability, and personal growth. Through practical exercises, personal stories, and powerful communication strategies, discover how to break negative patterns and build stronger, more resilient relationships. Ideal for therapists seeking to enhance their couples work with compassionate, effective interventions.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Brief Therapy | Couples Therapy | Attachment | Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) | Trauma | Systems Theory | Humanistic Therapy
- Categories:
- Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2006
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Frank Dattilio, PhD, ABPP | Pat Love, EdD | Monica McGoldrick, PhD
- Duration:
- 58:08
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 08, 2006
- Short Description:
- This panel focuses on intensive, concentrated sessions addressing relationship challenges. Experts recommend flexible, targeted approaches that may include 10-hour workshops, two-hour initial meetings, and personalized strategies for handling complex issues like sexual abuse, cultural differences, and emotional disconnection. The goal is to provide effective, efficient therapeutic interventions that meet each couple's unique needs.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Addiction | Psychotherapy | Ethical Practice | Supervision
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2005
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD | Robert Dilts, BA | James Hillman, PhD | Scott Miller, PhD
- Duration:
- 58 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 10, 2005
- Short Description:
- Addiction experts examine the complex nature of addiction, discussing innovative treatment approaches including NLP, therapeutic alliance, and family interventions. The discussion covers multi-level treatment strategies, the impact of trauma, co-occurring disorders, and the critical role of personalized care in helping individuals overcome substance and behavioral addictions. Moderated by Betty Alice Erickson.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Homework | Psychotherapy | Therapist Development | Addiction | Trauma
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2005
- Faculty:
- Judith Beck, PhD | Claudia Black, PhD | Nicholas Cummings, PhD | Arnold Lazarus, Ph.D.
- Duration:
- 1 Hour
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 09, 2005
- Short Description:
- Discussion on homework in cognitive therapy, focusing on strategies to enhance patient engagement and treatment effectiveness. Key insights include creating collaborative, personalized assignments, understanding patient resistance, and using creative approaches to reinforce therapeutic progress between sessions. The conversation addresses challenges in patient compliance, practical techniques for assignment design, and methods to motivate patients across different therapeutic contexts.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Addiction | Family Therapy | Family Systems | Psychotherapy | Co-Occurring Disorders | Ethical Practice | Therapeutic Relationship | Therapist Development
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2005
- Faculty:
- Claudia Black, PhD
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 38 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 08, 2005
- Short Description:
- Beginning with a historical view of addiction in the family, Dr. Black identifies key challenges in working with family systems. The session highlights the emotional toll of trauma and addiction, offers practical strategies for family recovery, and presents interventions to engage families as active participants in the healing process.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Addiction Family Systems Family Therapy Psychotherapy Attunement Phenomenological Approach Rapport Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Validation Addiction Recovery Boundaries Client Empowerment Co-Occurring Disorders Denial Family Dynamics Intersubjectivity Relapse Prevention Self-Disclosure Shame Therapist Role Transference Pattern Interruption Reframing Strategic Therapy Utilization

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Confrontation | Clinical Psychology | Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) | Communication | Developmental Psychology | Experiential Therapy | Family Therapy | Humanistic Psychology | Neuroscience | Trauma Studies
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2005
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:28:23
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Mar 05, 2005
- Short Description:
- Bader presents a transformative approach to couples therapy, emphasizing developmental growth through structured communication techniques. Learn how to guide couples beyond surface conflicts by using the Initiator-Inquirer method and Gestalt two-chair work to uncover deeper emotional patterns, reduce resistance, and enhance mutual understanding. This workshop offers practical strategies for helping couples develop greater self-awareness and build more resilient relationships.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Emotional Growth Experiential Therapy Family Systems Observation Pattern Interruption Phenomenological Approach Psychodynamic Rapport Reframing Self-Organizing Change Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Validation Conflict Conflict Avoidance Differentiation Emotional Regulation Emotional Triggers Gestalt Therapy Personal Growth Relationship Dynamics Self-Discovery Therapy Strategies Emotional Impact

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Psychotherapy | Language of Hypnosis
- Categories:
- Erickson Congress | Erickson Congress 2004
- Faculty:
- Richard Fisch, MD
- Duration:
- 2:27:24
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 05, 2004
- Short Description:
- Dr. Richard Fisch explores the critical role of language in therapy, emphasizing techniques to enhance hope, manage non-compliance, and adapt to clients' communication styles. He discusses the shift from psychotherapy to psychopharmacology in psychiatry training and shares case studies, including strategies for anxiety treatment. Fisch illustrates the effectiveness of precise language through anecdotes and practical interventions, offering valuable insights for clinicians.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Brief Therapy
- Categories:
- Erickson Congress | Erickson Congress 2004
- Faculty:
- Steve De Shazer, MSSW | Richard Fisch, MD | Wendel Ray, PhD | George Burns, MA, PsS
- Duration:
- 1:00:34
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 03, 2004
- Short Description:
- Brief therapy experts explore problem-solving approaches, challenging traditional diagnostic methods. Focusing on client strengths, efficiency, and practical solutions, they advocate for therapy that empowers individuals to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price