Optional Workshop A
THE SPONTANEOUS SELF OF THE ANALYST:
Exercises in Improvisation
Co-Leaders: |
Arthur A. Gray, PhD
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Self Psychology Page | 23rd Conference Program
Overview
We are continuing to define what makes psychoanalysis effective. The Process of Change Study Group in Boston (1998) has established that psychoanalysis is most effective when constructed as an improvisational encounter between patient and analyst. This workshop draws upon improvisational training exercises used to increase the actor’s skill and effectiveness in performance. The goal of this workshop will be to use these training techniques to increase the analyst’s repertoire of responsiveness through enhanced improvisational skills.