A division of the International Masterson Institute (East Coast USA)
Location: Perth, Western Australia
This eight-week in-person Clinical Study Group is designed to introduce psychotherapists to core concepts of the Masterson Approach, with a focus on specific treatment interventions tailored to the needs of the primary Self disorders: Borderline, Narcissistic, and Schizoid.
Dr James Masterson’s pioneering work in mapping the intrapsychic structures of Self disorders forms the basis for developmentally based treatment approaches that are highly effective for PD clients who are often regarded as difficult to treat.
Masterson theory is grounded in developmental, self, object relations, and attachment models.
The study group covers theory and case presentations, and provides opportunities for clinical discussion of participants’ case material. Reading assigned articles prior to each session supports the learning experience. Participants will require a copy of the text, The Therapist’s Guide to the Personality Disorders: the Masterson Approach, at the commencement of the course.
This professional development opportunity is ideal for practitioners who wish to deepen their understanding of personality disorder treatment and strengthen their clinical capacity to identify and employ effective interventions.
Facilitators: Maggie Down & Sondra Ramirez
Format: 2 hour face-to-face group meetings, held Monday afternoons, over 8 consecutive weeks.
Scheduling: The Clinical Study Group is offered on an as‑needs basis. Register your interest by emailing Maggie (see link below). Your name will be placed on a waitlist, and you will be notified when the next study group is scheduled.
Enquiries: Email maggie
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