Contemporary Psychodynamic Theory Across Paradigms

Contemporary psychodynamic approaches can be applied across theoretical approaches in clinical practice. Psychodynamic approaches can augment or integrate into other psychotherapeutic traditions such as cognitive behavioral or third wave approaches (e.g., ACT). In this course, we will review basic theoretical and technical aspects of contemporary psychodynamic systems, including a review of empirical support and criticisms.

Emphasis is placed on the application of psychodynamic approaches in case conceptualization and as part of the larger clinical care process, even when the therapist is not working from a primary psychodynamic perspective. Specific examples of a contemporary psychodynamic therapeutic approach will be described.

ESTIMATED COURSE LENGTH: 1.5 hours 

CE CREDITS: 1.50 continuing education/contact hours for social workers, psychologists, counselors, and marriage and family therapists

TARGET AUDIENCE: Mental Health Practitioners

LEVEL OF INSTRUCTION: Intermediate

PREREQUISITE(S): None

INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD: Recorded video format (non-interactive)

ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATIONS: Closed captioning of audio components. In order to request further accessibility accommodations, please email support@psychhub.com.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: To obtain your CE certificate, learners must complete a pre-test (not scored), progress through all course segments, complete a participant evaluation, and obtain a score of 80% or higher on a post-test. Learners are expected to complete the quiz within 3 attempts. If unable to do so, the learner will need to re-review the course segments.

FINANCIAL/COMMERCIAL SUPPORT STATEMENT: This course has no commercial support.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:  This course has no potential conflict of interest or outside commercial support. Psych Hub's conflict of interest statement is found in the footer of the training center.

GRIEVANCE AND REFUND POLICIES: Grievance and refund policies are found in the footer of the training center.

PARTICIPATION COSTS:  The cost to participate in this CE activity is included in the subscription registration fee.

COURSE CREATION DATE: 12/6/2023

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify the basic principles underlying the psychodynamic view of human beings
• Define the core tenets and strategies in psychodynamic therapy and case conceptualization
• Apply psychodynamic theory as an augment to other evidence-based therapies

1. Introduction and Brief History
2. Core Features and Philosophical Base
1. Assumptions
2. Therapeutic Relationship
3. Technique
4. Defense Mechanisms
5. Interpretations
3. Evidence Base and Criticisms
4. Contemporary Psychodynamic Therapeutic Approach