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Director's Column

Meryl Dorf, PhD

Everybody knows that Cathy Van Voorhees is the engine that makes the CPPNJ machine work. She has contact with everyone who requests anything, applies to programs, registers for events, loses their information, signs up, or who is tardy in their academic responsibilities, including the Director. I truly don’t know anyone else who could sustain the good humor with which she always responds and does it with a smile, an understanding raised eyebrow, and laugh. But most of you don’t know what it is like to work side by side with her, on a constant, day-to-day, sometimes hourly and even minute-by-minute basis. Doing the jobs of governance, leading, motivating, corralling members and Instructors, while sustaining a full-time practice, teaching, etc. would not be possible for anyone to accomplish without her. She is an Administrative Director, bar none. But more importantly, we have become dear friends. I thank you Cathy, from the bottom of my heart.

Thank you, Cathy Van Voorhees

Next thank you goes to Laura Arrue who, as Associate Director of CPPNJ has also spent endless hours of her very stretched and precious time to collaborate on issues which arise that require attention, reflection, endless revision and proper response. Her knowledge of CPPNJ history is invaluable. Laura’s soft, thoughtful manner compliments my drive to get things done and move things along. We make a good team. These collaborative relationships forge true friendships. I value her commitment and trust her judgment immensely. My abundant thanks.

Thank you, Laura Arrue, Associate Director

Board Members share a creative spirit, mission and a passion for psychoanalytic education that fuels the drive to volunteer time, to engage in planning events, develop curricula, engage in conversations that are at times conflictual, as ideas, interpretations and goals vary. They carry back the crux of these collaborations to their Committees, allowing for organizational breathing and growth, and to sustain ourselves as a vital group, responsive to the changing needs of our Members and culture.

Thank you, Board of Directors:

Laura Arrue (Associate Director), Janet Hoffer (Director of Training), Lynn Egan (Dean of Students), Deborah Liner (Dean of Faculty), Karyn Reader (Director of Psychotherapy Center), Lauren Poleyeff (Candidate Representative), Melanie Karger (Secretary of Policies and By-Laws), Jonathan Lebolt (Director of Continuing Education) Alexandra Granville (Director of Programming) Osna Haller (Treasurer).

The Training Committee is the heart of our Organization. Under the Direction of Janet Hoffer, we have continued to offer a quality program in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic education. She has spearheaded efforts to hone the program by adjusting the curricula and the quality assurance oversight, by putting out fires before they ignite, and she is a beacon for sustaining the standard of excellence to which we all aspire. She is forever incorporating new ideas presented by candidates and faculty with an organic approach to teaching and learning as our house culture adjusts with world culture. We all thank you deeply.

Thank you, Janet Hoffer & Training Committee:

Janet Hoffer (Director of Training), Paige Oszmanski (Associate Director),

Adrienne Abramowitz (Candidate Representative), Christopher Anrig (Candidate Representative), Dayna Bandman (Chair of Admissions), Joan Berkowitz (Course Planning), Natalie Brown (Chair of Final Case), Lynn Egan (Dean of Students), Debbie Frank (Chair of Comprehensive), Deborah Greenberg (Admissions), Lisa Grossi (Comprehensive/Final Case).

Deborah Liner has been the mastermind behind our Faculty Enhancement Program for several years. Putting together stimulating presentations with invited guests and herself often moderating, Debbie has offered professional, clinical expansion opportunities in a format that is smart, warm and educational at a very high level. As Dean of Faculty, she is also advising and collaborating with the TC and Board on CPPNJ community issues, and on selection and support of all of those with Full Member status.

Thank you, Deborah Liner, Dean of Faculty

Thanks to Debi Roelke for addressing the needs of current and aspiring Instructors. She has brought her passion, experience and energy to support and teach all who want to learn, refine the techniques and requirements of teaching psychoanalytic traditions. Debi has crafted an exciting series of workshops that will be offered to those interested in the coming year.

Thank you, Debi Roelke

Lynn Egan, our Dean of Students has offered her time, her wisdom, her thoughtful consideration and even her home, to support our Candidates and address whatever concerns arise. She is the go-to person for Faculty or Candidate alike, to guarantee that the training experience is first-rate. She is a teacher of the highest caliber and always willing to step up. We value the friendly, welcoming and warm feel to CPPNJ and Lynn is our wonderful ambassador.

Thank you, Lynn Egan, Dean of Students

CPPNJ Instructors give of their time, experience, theoretical knowledge and clinical acumen. Teaching is a special and essential part of continuing the field of psychoanalysis. The effort to put together documents, field issues and anxieties of students, all while passing on knowledge in an entertaining way, takes considerable time, patience and energy. It is a highly rewarding experience. Thank you to all who teach, for this profoundly important effort.

Thank you, CPPNJ Instructors (too many to list!)

Thank you to Karyn Reader who has worked through various iterations of the Psychotherapy Center and devoted endless hours of work to oversee, coordinate, administer and provide referrals, along with Tara McSorley who still has her boots on the ground! We hope Karyn enjoys her free time as she steps down after all this while.

Thank you, Psychotherapy Center:

Karyn Reader (Director of PC), Tara McSorley (Coordinator)

The Program Committee is another chamber at the heart of our Training experience, inviting experts to speak on topics relevant, and even at times controversial. They search through readings, connections and recommendations to find thoughtful leaders to expand our understanding of the influences of an eclectic approach to psychoanalysis. The nuts and bolts of creating a presentation from start to finish is more complicated than you could imagine with scheduling, negotiating and contracting, transportation, registering CE authorization, and more. Alexandra Granville has held the reigns for several years and led the charge with gusto. We thank her and Tolga Taneli for stepping in so generously, to pinch hit with a wonderful presentation at the last minute to rescue our Spring program! And donated the proceeds to boot!

Thank you, Program Committee:

Alexandra Granville (Director), John Caliso, John Charles, Thomas Johnson, Melanie Karger, Lauren Poleyeff 

We have formed a Committee to raise awareness and integrate ideas of Social Justice within CPPNJ. This dedicated group of Members meets regularly and addresses all sorts of topics with focus, thoughtful reflection and motivation to inspire change for the good. The Chairs of the committee use Social Justice principles to create a safe and welcoming forum. They offer ideas and discussion of cultural, historical, personal exploration to bring Social Justice to our challenging community and world. It is an organic space, that sensitively adjusts to the needs of the group. There is still much work to do.

Thank you, Social Justice Steering Committee:

Christine Highland (Co-Chair), Thomas Johnson (Co-Chair), Rose Oosting (Co-Chair). And to all who regularly attend and all who attend when they can. 

Jonathan Lebolt brought experience and focus to the formation of a long-needed committee. He accomplished great things! We owe him a debt of gratitude for accomplishing the feat of CPPNJ becoming a provider of CEs for NY Social Workers and he continued to work on the excruciatingly detailed requirements to expand our authorizing abilities. In addition, he worked with a committee (that needs members) to work toward building a Program that can provide outreach to mental health professionals interested in learning about psychoanalytic ideas and integrating them into clinical practice. While Jonathan will be stepping down, we hope another Member will step UP to continue the important efforts he has begun.

Thank you, Continuing Education Committee:

Jonathan Lebolt (Director), Melanie Karger, Michael Lepak, Leslie Tubul

Genevieve Shineman, as Coordinator of Continuing Education Students, has been running information sessions for new students year in and year out. She has participated in graduation regularly with enthusiasm and warmth. 

Thank you, Genevieve Shineman

The Newsletter is published several times during the year and is distributed to over 1000 professionals on our E-mail list. This publication is a wonderful vehicle to inform the public about CPPNJ offerings, events and conferences, both upcoming and in review. It is a space for Members to share their accomplishments and to present psychoanalytic ideas for further discussion. Our Editors have been dedicated to creating it and disseminating it for years and they persist in its publication which is at times, challenging! To all who have contributed to the issues, a hearty thanks.

Thank you, Newsletter Editors:

Marion Houghton (Co-Editor), Mirel Goldstein (Co-Editor)

Among her many accomplishments, during her tenure as Director, Debi Roelke created a new category of membership that allowed access to a wider pool of professionals interested in joining our community. The Affiliate status has been a successful addition, allowing us to welcome many valued members who have added to our professional group. They work diligently to usher applicants through the process of joining, credentialization and follow-up to address their needs as they arise.

Thank you, Affiliate & Student Membership Committee:

Debi Roelke (Co-Chair), Mary Toolan (Co-Chair), Melanie Karger

The Candidate’s Organization has been co-chaired by Li Faustino and Lauren Spodak. It is the most precious group at CPPNJ. Having a strong voice that represents candidate’s needs is essential. The coordination of meetings, liaison to the Board and much needed social networking is paramount to having a good quality training and networking experience. And the organization is always stepping up to help with community support.

Thank you, Candidates' Organization Board:

Li Faustino & Lauren Spodak (Co-Chairs), Lauren Poleyeff (Representative to the Board), Adrienne Abramowitz (Representative to the TC), Christopher Anrig (Representative to the TC), Leslie Tubul (Treasurer), Johanna Rosenfield (Secretary).

It takes FUNDS to make the engine run. We are a non-profit organization. Tuition, registration for conferences and attendance at events allows us to operate. But, to expand our vision, enhance opportunities for support and scholarship, improve marketing and public relations, upgrade our infrastructure to a state-of the-art academic experience, reach out to invited speakers and instructors, and to continue to underwrite our celebrations such as Graduation and Welcome Back Brunch, we are focusing on the expansion of funding resources. Our dedicated group is brainstorming ways to do this!

Thank you, Fundraising Committee:

Meryl Dorf, Steve Dranoff, Jim Garofallou, Osna Haller, Lorraine Morrow

To each and every one of you, our entire community offers appreciation and thanks. I hope your dedication inspires even more members of our community to step in and step up to volunteer time. Please consider making charitable donations, when possible, to CPPNJ, a warm, stimulating, and excellent community.

Congratulations to Our Graduates

Lauren Block, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalysis

I am delighted and honored to be at CPPNJ’s graduation today, celebrating the commitment we all share to the practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I am deeply indebted to my beloved analyst, wise supervisors, esteemed faculty, and trusted and treasured colleagues who patiently, generously and creatively allowed me to flourish as a therapist and a person. 

I earned my MSW from NYU in 1993 and completed a three-year psychoanalytic psychotherapy program at the New York School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (NYSPP) in 1996. After working at several mental health clinics and maintaining a private practice in Manhattan, my husband and I moved to NJ to raise our four children. I count my lucky stars that, shortly after resuming my clinical work, a colleague connected me with CPPNJ. My training, first in the couples program (from which I graduated in 2022) and subsequently in the program in psychoanalysis, has been by turns stimulating, enriching, challenging and exciting. I can’t imagine where I’d be without it! I currently see individuals and couples in my Montclair private practice and, when I’m not working, love to travel, cook, read, walk our eight-year-old Havanese and spend time with our now-grown children. 

Lauren Poleyeff, PsyD, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalysis

Before beginning my career in psychology, I was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 12 years in New York City where I worked in senior adult services, foster care, and preventive service programs. I received training in Family Systems Therapy at the Bedford Stuyvesant Family Center where I provided family therapy until moving to NJ with my husband in 2003.

After having my two daughters, I began to work at a school based early intervention program with parents of infants with Downs Syndrome and at an outpatient clinic for children and adolescents. During this time, I also attained certification from the Infant- Parent Study Center in New York City where I studied attachment theory, neuroscience, infant development and research. 

In 2010 I returned to school at Rutgers University’s Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) to pursue my doctorate in school psychology. While at GSAPP, I interned at the Counseling and Psychological Services at Stevens Institute of Technology. I was later offered a full-time position at Stevens as the disability’s coordinator and supervising psychologist. I have supervised psychology and social work students from Stevens Institute of Technology and Rutgers University.

I opened my private practice in Montclair, in August 2017 where I treat adolescents and adults. I received my certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Center for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy of New Jersey (CPPNJ) in 2020. I have served on the Candidate Organization as the Treasurer, Co-Chair, Representative to the Training Committee, and Representative to the Board. I look forward to taking on my new role as Program Director at CPPNJ.

I am very grateful to be receiving my certification in Psychoanalysis and feel indebted to the countless teachers, supervisors, friends, and therapists who have helped me to grow personally and professionally during the past eight years. I am eternally grateful to my family who has supported me through my many years of education and training.

Shoshana Stockelberg, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalysis

My interest in psychoanalysis began while studying at Rutgers University as an undergraduate. Prior to that, my parents, who valued psychology and creativity, exposed me to critical thinking and analytical thought processes, which sparked my initial interest in depth psychology.

While at Rutgers, I majored in psychology and was introduced to psychoanalysis during an abnormal psychology class. Unbeknownst to me at the time, my abnormal psychology professor was one of the few at Rutgers who still taught psychodynamic theory to undergraduates. This fortuitous coincidence ended up shaping my future. Upon graduation, I started my master’s program in clinical social work at New York University. During my first year, I interned at Jacobi Medical Center's acute care psychiatric unit. During my time at Jacobi, I gained exposure to psychiatric illnesses and their respective courses of treatment. For my second internship, I was placed at the FEGS partial hospital program, where I continued to learn about psychiatric illnesses, as well as outpatient care.

In 2002, I received my MSW and over the next several years I worked as an intake clinician at Mt. Carmel Guild's Psychiatric Hospital located in Newark, New Jersey. During that time, I gained firsthand experience in diagnostic formulations and crisis management. In 2005, I received my LCSW and was promoted to a clinician on the inpatient psychiatric team. My role on the team was to provide the patients with individual and group psychotherapy, as well as discharge planning. During my time on the unit, I acquired extensive knowledge of psychopathology and psychotherapy interventions. Although I didn't realize it at the time, my experiences with the chronically mentally ill population provided me with the foundational skills I needed to treat traumatized individuals. My work with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) and other forms of trauma, continues to be a keen interest of mine.

After a few years of working with the chronically mentally ill population I felt it was time to move forward. I joined a group psychotherapy practice and eventually began training in psychoanalysis.

Over an eleven year period, I immersed myself in my training while simultaneously raising my family. I also established my full-time private practice and gained the independence I desired. My hobbies include reading, crafting, spending time at the beach and enjoying my husband Stuart, my 12 yr old son Parker, and my 9yr old daughter Emma. 

Flora DeGeorge, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

My journey began in 1998 when I graduated from Columbia School of Social Work. My first experiences were incredibly informative. Working with children, teens, and their families from in and around the NYC area at residential treatment centers and schools. Many of these children were in foster care. Most were affected by substance abuse or had mental health challenges that made it difficult for them to live at home or attend regular schools. These early experiences, which involved home visits and conducting family therapy, shaped my understanding of how individuals cope with adversity. At this time, I was fortunate to come across some brilliant analysts who helped me think about my cases more effectively. I knew I wanted to do analytic training but could not incorporate it into my busy schedule. After some years, I married, moved back to NJ, and took a hiatus to raise my kids.

My professional journey took a new direction in 2019 when I decided to rebuild my private practice. This time, I was determined to fulfill my long-standing aspiration of analytic training. In the summer of 2020, I discovered CPPNJ, a program that has been nothing short of transformative. The rigorous nature of the program, particularly the extensive reading, has challenged me. However, it has also profoundly altered my perspective and enhanced my skills as a clinician. I must acknowledge that this journey would not have been possible without the unwavering support of my husband, Chris, and my two teenage boys, Max and Owen. 

Mary Lloyd, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

Biography not available.

Johanna Rosenfield, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

I am grateful to be part of CPPNJ and to have arrived at this moment. I have work that I enjoy and that means the world to me.

I thought I wanted to be an artist. That is not how things turned out. I was also interested in how people feel and behave. I got my master’s in art therapy. The curriculum was based in psychoanalytic theory. I worked for many years as an Art Therapist in a hospital. I worked with elderly patients, as well as children, adolescents, and adults. It was wonderful to be able to help people express themselves nonverbally and share feelings and memories, using the creative process. Many years later I returned to graduate school and got my master’s in social work. I was excited to learn something new. I found myself fascinated by what I learned in social work training. At CPPNJ I have re -discovered that working with a psychoanalytic frame is a creative process. When listening and interacting with a patient there is so much being created between us.

I love the atmosphere of learning at CPPNJ. A whole new galaxy opens with each class. Each teacher has brought something new. I have enjoyed learning with my cohort and this community. I cannot emphasize enough how important my peers are to me. I have learned so much from our umpteen class discussions, case presentations, and friendships. I have felt supported by my classmates and teachers throughout this training.



I am so thankful to my husband for his support, my analyst, all my teachers, my supervisors, advisors, and administrative staff who have helped me so much along the way. I also want to thank my ancestors; if it were not for them, I would not be standing here now. I know they are with me and helping me along the way. It has been an incredible journey. 

Kelsey Siegel, LPC

Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

I started my career in mental health in college. My first job was volunteering at a children’s psychiatric hospital, and from there, I joined a psychology research team at my undergraduate alma mater, Tulane University in New Orleans. I received my Master’s Degree from Brooklyn College in Mental Health Counseling in 2014. That program gave me an incredible background in various therapeutic modalities, including psychoanalysis.  

Following graduate School, I worked in a program for adults with severe and chronic mental illness, as well as addiction. That experience taught me to view people as whole beings – not just their symptoms. My interest in psychoanalysis grew as I moved to a group practice setting and eventually my private practice. With a specialty in complex trauma, personality disorders, and addiction, it felt like the most authentic way for me to connect with my clients. This still rings true for me 10 years later. 

After starting my official psychoanalytic training at the Institute for the Psychoanalytic Study of Subjectivity (IPSS) in NYC, I eventually relocated to NJ, exploring multiple psychoanalytic institutes in the process. I knew I wanted a robust training experience, and CPPNJ fit the bill. I am eternally grateful for the support of my supervisors Debra Roelke Ph.D. and Harlene Goldschmidt Ph.D., as well as my analyst Tom Johnson LCSW, EdD and peers for making this such an enriching experience. 

In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, trying new cuisines with my wonderful husband (who still finds my endless rants about psychoanalysis highly amusing to his sensible legal mind), and spending time with my dog Duffy, who frequently accompanies me to sessions. 

Jenica Siniscalco, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

I received my Masters in Social Work from Fordham University, with a specialization in clinical practice and social work and the law. My career then took me through a variety of treatment settings; emergency room, inpatient, partial, and IOP levels of care before beginning work in private practice. This led me to my first supervisor, Osna Haller, who introduced me to CPPNJ and the in-depth study and application of psychoanalytic theory in my clinical work. Choosing to begin classes at CPPNJ has paid off in ways I could not have imagined. I have navigated new roles personally and professionally during my training and recognize the immense value of the tripartite model clinically, in my life and relationships. I am so grateful to my instructors, analyst, current supervisor Monica Carsky, peers, and family for supporting me throughout this process.

Leslie Tubul, LCSW

Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

A dual degree graduate of the Jewish Theological Seminary of America and Columbia University School of Social Work, I have been a social worker my entire professional career. For most of that career, my work has centered on serving families and children, especially in school settings. I worked with immigrant youth in residential facilities in Israel for a number of years but most of my career, I practiced in my home state of New Jersey. I never intended to become a clinical social worker much less a psychoanalytically trained clinician, but through my learning and experiences in CPPNJ, I have found a path to rejuvenate my career and take me in exciting new directions. I am grateful to all my colleagues, instructors and supervisors for all their wisdom and support. 

Graduation Surprise

For those readers who were not present at this year’s Graduation, there was a surprise “event” not listed in the Graduation program. It followed the Tribute to the Graduates in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Meryl Dorf, CPPNJ Director, continued speaking in the manner of the formal proceedings, but gradually the attendees realized something different was happening—a skit, which infused both energy and fun, giving us all a change of pace. The skit was written by Andy Roth, faculty member. Jonathan Lebolt, faculty member, portrayed an analytic candidate speaking to his Supervisor in a song parody based on the Jim Croce song, “Operator”. Meryl Dorf, Director, narrated.

            Andy sings the final verse:

                       Isn’t that the way they say it goes

                       Let’s help them celebrate

                       We’ll raise a glass (in toast) to your accomplishment

                       You grow as an analyst, your patients thrive, and you know:

                       You’ve overcome your doubts; your analytic stance

                       Both firm and flexible, attained and growing still

                       In your community here, that’s just the way it feels.

Upcoming Fall Program

Monica Carsky, PhD Presents

Transference Focused Psychotherapy: An Object Relations Theory Approach to Personality Problems



Live Interactive via Zoom

Sunday, October 27, 2024

9:00am-1:00pm

Click Here for Details and Registration

A Look Back at Our Spring Program

Psychopharmacology for

Non-Prescribers

By Tolga Taneli, MD

On May 5, 2024, Tolga Taneli, MD presented: “Psychopharmacology Update for Non-Prescribers” during a three-hour continuing education program. Dr. Taneli first discussed issues in diagnosis based on the DSM’s “research diagnostic criteria”. He reviewed the Food and Drug Administration’s "Investigational New Drug (IND)” application and “New Drug Approval (NDA)” process, highlighting the role of pediatric exclusivity and patent protection. Dr. Taneli noted that the FDA approves treatments for certain diagnoses or indications. There is a paucity of data related to ethnicity and race, and how different populations are affected by certain treatments. Ancestry in general has not been adequately studied.

Dr. Taneli walked us through Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) methods, relating this to ethical practice. He discussed hierarchy of evidence and its role in treatment selection. It is essential that evidence-based medicine is practiced when treating mental health issues, which includes using the best research evidence and clinical expertise, while attending to patient values. This was followed by a comprehensive update on medicine treatments for ADHD.

Dr. Taneli offered his thoughts on comorbidity in psychiatry, noting difficulties in treatment. He expanded on evidence to support the selection of therapies versus medicines, by example of landmark Pediatric OCD studies.

After a review of basic genetics, Dr. Taneli discussed “pharmacogenomics”, or the study of genes and their effect on pharmacological treatments. This included “pharmacokinetics” or the action of the body on medicines, to include cytochrome enzymes, as may relate to drug-drug interaction; and “pharmacogenomics” or the action of medicines on the body, for example, the serotonin transporter gene.

Finally, Dr. Taneli discussed his take on effective therapist-prescriber collaboration, offering rationale and best practices. He suggested such work would help validate and share diagnosis for a common formulation, identify treatment targets, create a venue to communicate concerns, and fill gaps in knowledge

Social Justice Update

CPPNJ Social Justice Initiative

By Chrissy Highland, LCSW

The Social Justice Committee (SJC) continues to hold monthly meetings, while the Steering Committee meets biweekly, to discuss issues relevant to psychoanalysis and to the CPPNJ community, such as toxic polarization, anti-semitism, and racism. The latest development from our efforts includes the formation of study groups on various topics related to social justice. These study groups, open to all CPPNJ Members, are a platform for us to shape the conversations and contribute to our collective understanding of difficult issues. So far, interest has been expressed in developing a group on anti-Semitism, led by Lauren Poleyoff, and a group on Understanding the Social Justice Critiques on Psychoanalysis, co-led by Thomas Johnson and Andy Roth. If anyone is interested in a topic they would like to study, please reach out to a member of the steering committee, Chrissy Highland, Tom Johnson, or Rose Oosting.

The SJC also continues to work on developing relationships within the community and program development. So far, members of the SJC have met with Michelle Stephens, founding and executive director of Rutgers Institute for the Study of Global Racial Justice, and our very own Sue Grand. As for Program Development, we have been lucky enough to connect with the esteemed Dorothy Holmes, founder of the Holmes Commission on Racial Equality in American Psychoanalysis, who will be conducting a CEU in the Spring of 2025 on the results of the Holmes Commission Report, a large scale study investigating the presence of racism in the field and study of American psychoanlaysis. Also in the Spring, Sue Grand will be teaching a course on Hate, Envy and Destructiveness as part of the Program in Psychoanalysis. Stay tuned for more exciting programs in the works hosted by the SJC!

Reflections meetings continue every six weeks. Members select a film pertinent to social justice to view in advance and the film is discussed at the Reflections meeting, held on Sunday evenings via Zoom from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. For June, Andy Roth will lead a Reflections group on Climate Justice where several film recommendations were made to stimulate discussion on various topics related to climate change. Previous topics have included trans lives and the ballroom scene, autism, racism in the United States, and anti-semitism. Reflections meetings are advertised on the List Serv and are open to all CPPNJ members.

Upcoming Member Event

Welcome Back Brunch

Sunday, September 8, 2024

9:00am-1:00pm

Maplewood Community Center

Maplewood, NJ

Member Awards, Presentations and Publications

Sue Grand, PhD

Transgenerational Trauma (Routledge Introductions to Contemporary Psychoanalysis) Part of: Routledge Introductions to Contemporary Psychoanalysis (28 books) by Jill Salberg and Sue Grand. May 6, 2024.

Jeri Isaacson, PhD, FIPA

Publication: Isaacson, J. (2024). Barbenheimer goes to the gynecologist. Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association, 71:1277-1281.

Maureen Kritzer-Lange, LCSW

Maureen has launched a digital platform, “Don’t Trust the Mirror”, aimed at empowering women. “Don’t Trust the Mirror” encompasses online courses, social media engagement and a forthcoming virtual support group for loved ones who have someone in their life struggling with an eating disorder.

Maureen is also involved in the development of the Rutgers Eating Disorder certificate program and is teaching a continuing education course on “Assessing and Treating Eating Disorders. The best way to contact Maureen is: Phone 973-313-9691.

Jonathan Lebolt, PhD, LCSW, CGP

Presented Clinical Practice with LGBTQ+ Patients: An Intersubjective/Relational Approach on May 5 to the Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work and on June 2 to the Advanced Clinical Education Foundation of the New York State Society for Clinical Social Work.

Request for Contributions

to Our Newsletter

To our CPPNJ Newsletter readers: Marion and Mirel invite you to share your current interests and recommendations for worthwhile topics in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and related subject areas by submitting book reviews to be published in future newsletters. To participate, send your recommendation to Mirel Goldstein mirelgoldstein@gmail.com or Marion Houghton marion427@verizon.net. Thank you.

Newsletter Editorial Staff

Co-Editor Marion Houghton, EdS, LMFT

Co-Editor Mirel Goldstein, MS, MA, LPC

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