About The Course
This curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy applications, enabling clinicians to deepen their psychotherapy practice. Through structured modules led by A/Prof. Neil Jeyasingam, participants will learn key principles and techniques, identify suitable therapy candidates, and navigate complex therapeutic dynamics. Real-world case studies will enhance their skills in managing transference, countertransference, and risks, ultimately fostering deeper patient insights and improving therapeutic outcomes in diverse clinical settings.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for:
- Psychiatrists
- General Practitioners (GPs)
- Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (MHNPs)
- Psychologists
- Mental health professionals
- Clinicians working in or expanding into psychiatry and mental health care
Accreditation Information:
- Psychiatry Accreditation: This course is available for self-accreditation with the RANZCP and other relevant psychiatric and mental health organisations.
- GP Accreditation: This course is available for self-accreditation with RACGP for general practitioners.
What You'll Learn
- What is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?
- Why do we still study Psychotherapy?
- What/Who is the Third Observer?
- Which patients are good candidates?
- What steps do I need to take to implement Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in my practice?
- What are the risks of providing Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?
- How to go about getting supervision?
- Understanding the Essence of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Distinguishing Features of Psychodynamic Therapy vis-à-vis Traditional Psychotherapy
- Identifying Suitable Candidates for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Navigating Potential Risks in Providing Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Practical Strategies for Implementing Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Clinical Practice
Course Programme
6 Modules | 28 Concepts | 6.5 hours total length
- What is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?
- Reasons for studying psychotherapy
- The Third Observer
- Identifying good candidates for psychotherapy
- Steps for implementing psychotherapy in practice
- Risks of providing psychotherapy
- How to go about getting supervision
- Case Study 1 - Emily
- Identifying the Unconscious
- Transference & Countertransference
- Therapy Rejection & Non-adherence
- What is the 'Frame' in Psychotherapy?
- The Evolution of Psychotherapy
- Case Study 2 - James
- The Psychodynamic Process
- Suitability for Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy
- The Evidence-Base for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Framework for Assessing Therapy Suitability
- How to Conduct a Psychodynamic Assessment?
- Who is Not Suitable for Psychotherapy?
- Common Defence Mechanisms: Projective identification and Splitting
- Managing Transference
- How to deal with countertransference
- Case Study 3 - Diane
- Managing Wider Risks in Psychotherapy: Case Study 4 - Brian
- Session Length and Therapy Structure
- Navigating Complexities - Psychotherapy for Complex Cases: Dementia
- Key Messages and Final Thoughts
Course Description
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Focus: Key Principles and Real-Life Applications with A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam.
Join psychotherapy expert A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam and Dr Sanil Rege for an engaging webinar series on the intriguing world of psychodynamic psychotherapy. This on-demand webinar curriculum consists of two courses: Unlocking the Power of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Action.
The first course, Unlocking the Power of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Clinical Practice delves into the key principles and techniques of psychodynamic psychotherapy, empowering participants to identify suitable candidates and navigate the complexities of therapeutic practice.
The second course, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Action explores real-world case studies to illustrate the practical applications of psychodynamic psychotherapy, equipping clinicians with essential skills to manage transference, countertransference, and therapeutic dynamics effectively.
Unlocking the Power of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Clinical Practice.
In this course, A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam will guide you through key principles and techniques, equipping you with the knowledge to implement this therapeutic approach effectively in your practice. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how psychodynamic psychotherapy differs from traditional methods and its powerful, sometimes confrontational nature.
This course is essential for those looking to deepen their practice with psychodynamic techniques, blending theory with practical insights. Participants will explore the distinctions between psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, learn to identify suitable patients, and discover the importance of supervision and psychological mindedness.
A core component is the concept of the ‘Third Observer,’ which enhances understanding of patient-therapist dynamics and associated risks. The course also addresses why psychotherapists typically avoid prescribing medications during treatment, emphasizing the separation of emotional and medical interventions.
Participants will gain a solid foundation in psychodynamic theory, including concepts of consciousness, unconsciousness, defense mechanisms, attachment, and personality—essential knowledge for launching or expanding a psychodynamic psychotherapy practice.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Action – Exploring Real-life Applications Through Case Studies.
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy applications, offering clinicians a deeper understanding of its core principles through real-world examples. Led by A/Prof. Neil Jeyasingam, the course is structured into modules that guide participants through the key aspects of psychodynamic psychotherapy and its integration into clinical practice.
Key topics include:
- Defining the core concepts of psychodynamic psychotherapy and distinguishing it from other therapeutic approaches.
- Identifying appropriate candidates for psychodynamic psychotherapy and assessing their readiness for treatment.
- Managing transference, countertransference, and relational dynamics within the therapeutic process.
- Understanding and mitigating risks associated with Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Applications in complex cases.
Through a series of case studies, participants will gain practical insights into how these applications work in real-life scenarios. The case studies illustrate key therapeutic dynamics, the structure of therapy sessions, and common defense mechanisms such as projective identification and splitting. Clinicians will learn how to effectively incorporate psychodynamic psychotherapy applications to suit individual patient needs, ensuring positive therapeutic outcomes.
By engaging with these psychodynamic psychotherapy applications across the video lectures and concepts, participants will not only strengthen their clinical skills but also deepen their understanding of psychodynamic therapy’s role in complex patient care. This course also addresses psychodynamic therapy in clinical practice, providing practical tools for implementing psychodynamic principles in diverse clinical settings.
Participants will earn 6.5 CPD hours towards educational activities, enhancing their competence in psychodynamic psychotherapy applications while refining their ability to handle therapeutic cases effectively. Additionally, you will receive a certificate upon course completion.
While our Academy members enjoy exclusive access to a range of courses and webinars (including this course) with their annual membership, we’re pleased to offer you the opportunity to purchase it individually! Click here – Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: Core Principles & Clinical Applications with A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam.
‘Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: Core Principles & Clinical Applications’ with A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam is available in both video and audio format.
Join A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam to explore psychodynamic psychotherapy principles and applications, equipping clinicians with essential skills through theoretical insights and real-world case studies.
Course Information
- 6.5 Hours
- 6.5 CPD
Inclusions
- 5 Hours of Interactive Course Material
- 3 hours of video
- Case studies
- Self-assessment
- Certificate of Completion
Material Downloads
- certificate
Instructors
A/Prof Neil Jeyasingam Guest Speaker - FRANZCP, MBBS, MPsych, MBus
Associate Professor Jeyasingam is a psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and psychodynamic psychotherapy supervisor. He holds a double master's in Psychiatry and Business (Health Administration) and has over forty publications, including a textbook chapter in “Psychodynamic Approaches to the Experience of Dementia.” A/Professor Jeyasingham is also the clinical director for mental health services in a major regional centre, wherein he established Australia’s first publicly funded multimodal psychotherapy service. He is also a founding member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry’s Faculty of Psychotherapy, as well as a college case examiner.
A/Professor Jeyasingam believes that psychotherapy is one of the most powerful (and yet dangerous) interventions, available to clinicians in modern practice!
Dr. Sanil Rege Webinar Host - MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP
Dr Sanil Rege is an educator and consultant psychiatrist with dual psychiatry qualifications from the United Kingdom and Australia.
With extensive teaching experience through various psychiatry education initiatives, Dr. Rege is renowned as a motivational training facilitator who promotes interaction and discussion. As the Academic Lead of Psych Scene and Chief Editor of Psych Scene Hub, he aspires to make a difference in mental health by empowering healthcare professionals to advance their skills and career through specialised training.
Dr Rege is also founder of Vita Healthcare, a private clinic in Mount Eliza specializing in mental health. He has 20 years of clinical experience and 13 years of private practice experience treating disorders across the spectrum, currently working in the community, in-patient, consultation-liaison and addiction psychiatry.
