Clinical Series: Psychodynamic Beginnings for BIPOC Therapists
Dr. Bree McDaniel
Dear Community,
I am excited to share that I am launching another term of the clinical series, Psychodynamic Beginnings for BIPOC Therapists: A Bi-weekly Clinical Series on Psychodynamic Theory and Practice, on the foundation of psychodynamic theory and practice for BIPOC therapists. This bi-weekly clinical series will run for 9 weeks, starting Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
This clinical series is intended for BIPOC therapists who are interested in learning more about how to integrate and apply psychodynamic principles into their psychotherapy work, whether in private practice or community mental health settings.
This series will incorporate traditional and contemporary psychodynamic/psychoanalytic readings, videos, and podcasts, and also weave in literature and media that is inclusive of the lived experiences of Black and Brown communities.
Please share the attached flyer, website, interest form, and details listed below with your colleagues and anyone you know who might be interested in this series.
In gratitude,
Bree McDaniel, Psy.D.
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Psychodynamic Beginnings for BIPOC Therapists:
A Bi-weekly Clinical Series on Psychodynamic Theory and Practice
Series Description:
This clinical series is intended for BIPOC therapists who are interested in learning more about how to integrate and apply psychodynamic principles into their psychotherapy work, whether in private practice, community mental health, or other clinical settings.
What is psychodynamic psychotherapy?
Psychodynamic psychotherapy supports people in understanding their inner selves, including how past experiences influence their thoughts, feelings, and actions. By uncovering unconscious patterns and conflicts, this framework supports individuals in better navigating both their internal and external worlds, including the ways in which they relate to themselves and others. Over time, through deep self-work, exploration of early life experiences, and different decision-making, individuals often begin to experience improved sense of self and better quality of life. For more information about psychodynamic psychotherapy, please see here.
What is Included?:
This 9-week series will incorporate traditional and contemporary psychodynamic/psychoanalytic readings, videos, and podcasts, and also weave in literature and media that is inclusive of the lived experiences of Black and Brown communities. Each week will include a didactic and group discussion of the material presented.
Group members will also have the opportunity to meet with the facilitator for one 1:1 psychodynamically informed clinical consultation.
No previous knowledge of psychodynamic theory is needed.
Important Details:
· Term: Spring 2025: January 21, 2025 – May 6, 2025
· Day: Tuesdays
· Starting Date: Starting January 21, 2025
· Time:
o 3:00pm – 5:00pm Pacific Time
o 5:00pm – 7:00pm Central Time
o 6:00pm – 8:00pm Eastern Time
· Number of Weeks: 9 Bi-Weekly Group Sessions
o Dates:
§ Week 1: January 21, 2025
§ Week 2: February 4, 2025
§ Week 3: February 18, 2025
§ Week 4: March 4, 2025
§ Week 5: March 18, 2025
§ Week 6: April 1, 2025
§ Week 7: April 15, 2025
§ Week 8: April 29, 2025
§ Week 9: May 6, 2025
o Please note: Each week will build on the next, therefore group members are asked to commit to the entire clinical series.
§ Also, this series includes one 1:1 psychodynamically informed case consultation with the facilitator.
· Location: Virtual Meeting Space, via Zoom
· Intended Audience: Psychotherapists (marriage and family therapists, professional clinical counselors, psychologists, and social workers), who identify as BIPOC and presently working or training in private practice, community mental health, or other clinical settings.
o Licensed and unlicensed therapist are welcome.
o Please note: No CE’s will be offered for this clinical series. Also, if unlicensed, this clinical series will not count towards supervision- or clinical-hours.
· Weekly Topics: Beginning Treatment; Dynamics of Power and Privilege; The Frame; Assessment, Formulation, and Diagnosis; Transference and Countertransference; etc.
· Group Size: Group size will be limited to foster a more intimate setting, and allow space for members to share.
· Facilitator: Bree McDaniel, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Consultant
· Fee: $600 for the series
o Option 1: Payment ($600) must be paid full on-or-before December 13, 2024
o Option 2: Three Installment Payments:
§ Initial deposit of $150 on-or-before Friday, December 13, 2024
§ Second payment of $250 on-or-before Friday, January 24, 2025
§ Final payment of $200 on-or-before Friday, February 28, 2025
· For more information, please see here
· If interested in signing up for the clinical series, please fill out this interest form
· Completed Interest Form Deadline: Friday, December 6, 2024
Once your interest form is submitted, you will be contacted and asked to schedule a free 15-20 minute consultation via zoom to answer any questions and determine if this clinical series is a good fit. Unless the group is filled, in which case you will be added to the waiting list for this clinical series.
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| Bree McDaniel, Psy.D. (she/her) Licensed Clinical Psychologist + Consultant Integrative Consulting & Psych Services T: (510) 859-4728 | E: dr.bree...@gmail.com |
