2019 IARPP Conference - Tel Aviv

IMAGINING WITH EYES WIDE OPEN

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The 17th Annual IARPP conference will focus on “Imagination”. How can we keep imagination alive, vital, passionate and creative? What does it contribute to our lives, and what does it mean for individuals or a society when there is a failure of imagination?

We will explore the differences between imagination and lies, faulty reality-testing, the messianic, prophecy, unconscious phantasy, escapism and illusions. As well, we will examine the differences between imagination, dreaming, and thinking. And we will ask ourselves if– or under what conditions might– imagining become dangerous to the self, other, or society.

We will also explore the notion of imagining within the complex social and political reality of Israel. How can we continue to imagine and yet remain open-eyed in this country and region of the world? Likewise, how can we imagine with open eyes in the privacy of our consulting rooms? Can there ever be change without imagination? Related, what role does the latter play in the therapeutic process, when does it elude us, when is it indispensable and when is it intolerable? Does the Other’s gaze enhance our ability to imagine, and/or inhibit it?

We invite you to come to Tel Aviv where together, we will imagine with eyes wide open.

HOTEL DISCOUNT for IARPP Conference Attendees:

Hotel accommodations can be booked for a discounted rate via the conference registration form.

TRAVELING TO ISRAEL:

Tiny as it is, Israel is jam-packed with history, culture, diverse people, landscapes and experiences. From freshwater lakes to deserts, green mountains to the lowest point on earth; vibrant modern cities to untouched areas of outstanding natural beauty.

Tourism is one of Israel’s main sources of income and the number of tourists traveling to Israel has been going up over the last few years.

Is Israel safe? YES is the simple answer. As you know, the political situation is complicated, and there is tension on the border with Gaza. But in spite of what you might have heard on the news, staying in Tel-Aviv, visiting other cities, or traveling across the rest of the country, is safe.

In terms of personal safety, the crime rate, especially violent and extreme crime, is much lower in Israeli cities than the US or even European cities, and it is safe to walk in most places alone at night.

Should you have any concerns or questions regarding traveling to Israel, you are welcome to contact Joyce Slochower (joyce.slochower@gmail.com) or Micha Weiss (michaweiss13@gmail.com) and they will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

To apply for Continuing education credits:
NASW apply online here:https://iarpp.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mc&view=mc&mcid=form_262446

NYSED apply online here: https://iarpp.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mc&view=mc&mcid=form_260020

This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886702092-3584) for 25.5 continuing education contact hours.

The International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0202.

International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists. #MFT-0070.

International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychoanalysts. #P-0037.

We regret to inform you that there are no available credits from the American Psychological Association for this conference.

Continuing Education Hours will be awarded as follows:

Thursday Optional Workshops = 3/5 Hours
Main Conference Program (Thursday – Sunday) = Hours 20.5
Total Conference = 23.5/25.5 Hours

If you have any questions about Continuing Education Credits, please
contact Lucia Lezama Tannenbaum at LLezama@iarpp.net.