May 2026

 

A diverse, welcoming community of mental health professionals—advocating deep, empathic care and collaborating to study and share the life-giving benefits of psychoanalytic treatment.

 
 

Final Call for Registration!

Self-loathing: Origins, Manifestations, Dynamics, and Treatment



Presented by Salman Akhtar, MD


May 30, 2026

10 am to 12 pm ET

Hybrid: Zoom or In-Person


Registration ends May 27

Member Highlights

PCC Past President Harold Kudler, MD was recently quoted in a Military.com article examining the potential benefits and risks of using AI chatbots for crisis intervention and suicide prevention. The piece was published in response to John Oliver’s recent segment raising concerns about the topic, and includes additional commentary and clips that explore the ethical and clinical implications of this rapidly evolving technology.


Dr. Kudler contributed expert perspective on the promise and limitations of chatbot-based mental health support, particularly in the context of veteran care, where access and immediacy of services remain critical issues.


Read the full article here.

Welcome New Members

Jessica Baker, MA

Asheville, NC


Claudio Caceres, MSW, LCSW

Chapel Hill, NC


Daniela Ginsburg, LCMHCA

Asheville, NC


Sean Matharoo, PhD

Chapel Hill, NC

PCC Calendar

May 25: Memorial Day - PCC Office Closed


May 30: Scientific Program featuring Salman Akhtar, MD


June 1: PCC Board Meeting


June 19: Juneteenth - PCC Office Closed


June 22: Annual Meeting of Members (via Zoom)

Update Your Membership Profile

PCC Members, please visit your profile on the PCC website and review your information. Check on insurances accepted, bio, and all the other data people will see when searching for therapists and supervisors or just looking for contact information for a fellow member.


Seeing your face helps to foster connections in our community. Please upload a photo or update the one you have if you wish.

About the Psychoanalytic Center of the Carolinas


PCC provides the only post-graduate training program in psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy in the Carolinas. As a membership organization, we assist students and graduates in mental health fields to advance their careers through networking and continuing education programs and courses.


Community service is part of our mission. The PCC helps parents, children, and teachers by sponsoring innovative programs, including Circle of Security Parenting and Peaceful Schools.

 
 

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