"Don't Steal My Mind!

": Working with Extractive Introjection (Bollas) in Supervision and Treatment" Presented by: Matthias Beier, M.Div., Ph.D., LMHC, NCPsyA September 9th, 2013, 7:00 - 9:00 PM Christian Theological Seminary Counseling Center, 3rd floor parlor 1050 W. 42nd St., Indianapolis, IN 46208 Program Description Christopher Bollas described the phenomenon of "extractive introjection" as a counterpart to the better known dynamic of "projective identification." "Speaking for" a patient or a supervisee may constitute a form of stealing the mind of another (extraction) and arrogating the other's power to oneself (introjection). This presentation will introduce ways of working with extractive introjection as it may come up, in various ways, in countertransference dynamics in treatment and in supervision. The relevance of the concept for working with social justice issues in clinical praxis and in the wider context of the health of society will also be addressed. Case examples will illustrate the material. Opportunities will be provided for participants to engage the material in their own work. Learning Objectives After this workshop participants will be able to: 1. Develop an initial understanding of the concept of extractive introjection and its usefulness in clinical work and supervision. 2. Apply the concept of extractive introjection in participant's own clinical work and supervision. 3. Identify social-cultural implications of utilizing the concept of extractive introjection in working with oppressive social power dynamics in which a person's or a group's "mind" is stolen. Schedule and Format 7:00 PM 9:00 PM The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM with some light snacks and drinks. The presentation will begin at 7:30 PM with the introduction of the presenter. An hour-long presentation will be followed by a discussion. The meeting will end at 9:00 PM. About the Presenter Matthias Beier, M.Div., Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling and Director of the Mental Health Counseling program at Christian Theological Seminary. Nationally certified as a psychoanalyst, Beier completed psychoanalytic training at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis, New York City. A licensed psychoanalyst in the State of New York and a licensed mental health counselor in the State of Indiana, Beier is a Diplomate in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. He is the author of A Violent God-Image (Continuum 2004), numerous journal articles and book chapters, and, most recently,

of the German book Gott ohne Angst [God without Delusion] (Patmos 2010). Beier serves on the editorial board of The Psychoanalytic Review and is President of the Indiana Society for Psychoanalytic Thought (ISPT). He has a private psychoanalytic practice in Indianapolis and offers a weekly psychoanalytic supervision group focused on working with countertransference. Fees, Policies and Participants Free to ISPT Members and guests. It is the policy of ISPT to encourage multidisciplinary learning. This seminar is appropriate for the intermediate level of knowledge in the area of psychoanalysis. Enrollment is intended for psychologists and other mental health practitioners, graduate students and all who are interested in psychoanalysis. Continuing education This program is offered for 1.5 continuing education credits. The entire meeting must be attended in order for attendees to receive certificates. Upon completion of an evaluation form, a certificate will be provided. This serves as documentation of attendance for all participants. Psychologists will have their participation registered through Division 39. Division 39 is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Division 39 maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Division 39 is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in its continuing education activities. Division 39 is also committed to APA Ethical Guidelines. Participants are asked to be aware of need for privacy and confidentiality throughout the program. If program content becomes stressful, participants are encouraged to process these feelings during discussion periods. If participants have special needs, we will attempt to accommodate them. Please address questions, concerns and any complaints to Kelsey Hanlon, MA, ISPT Secretary hanlonkelsey@gmail.com