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Most therapists believe they are above average, but the reality is that we all struggle with difficult cases and confusing clinical presentations.
We can teach you how to work with a wider range of patients, more effectively, and with more confidence
Upcoming Courses & Events
MASP: Mastering the Art and Science of Psychotherapy
Monday, October 26th, 12pm-1.30pm PST
What makes some therapists consistently more effective than others? This 24-week online program, developed by the San Francisco Psychotherapy Research Group, teaches Control-Mastery Theory (CMT), a research-backed framework for understanding each patient's unique goals and obstacles and tailoring your approach to help them make real, lasting progress. Through expert instruction and live case conferences, you'll build practical skills in case formulation and therapeutic responsiveness. Ideal for clinicians at any career stage looking to deepen their clinical thinking and effectiveness.
Expertise in Psychotherapy: What is it and how do you develop it?
Monday, September 14th, 9am-12pm PST
Why do some therapists get twice the results of other therapists? Why do many therapists never get better, even after many years in practice? What really leads to more effectiveness, not just more confidence? This course will answer these and related questions.
Effective Use of Countertransference in Formulation and Treatment
Friday, November 13th, 3-6pm PST
Ever ended a session feeling irritated, bored, or unexpectedly tender toward a client? Was that useful clinical data, or something to manage? This course traces the history of countertransference, from classical to relational definitions, and shows how models like Control Mastery Theory put therapist reactions to work in case formulation. You'll leave with a working sense of when your reaction belongs in the room, when it belongs in consultation, and when to set it down and get back to work.
Seeking Safety Through Danger: What Horror Movies Teach Us About Trauma, Recovery, and Living Well
Friday, October 23rd, 3pm-6pm PST
Horror films are often dismissed as "mere entertainment," but they can also be maps of trauma, depicting threat, helplessness, hypervigilance, and loss, alongside models for coping, safety, and post-traumatic growth. This interactive workshop uses Control-Mastery theory, thematic analysis, and group discussion to explore what horror cinema reveals about trauma, and how these stories can deepen clinical insight and be used thoughtfully with clients.