British Object Relations II - From Theory to Practice with Collin McFadden, PhD & Eric Borgh, MA, LMHC

In this course, we will be progressing the study of British Object Relations theory by applying it to clinical practice. The aim of this course is to cultivate a clinical mind and body through experiencing OR concepts as they present themselves in the consulting room, moving from intellectual to embodied understanding. Students will be encouraged to bring in clinical material from their practice for group exploration in order to flesh out various clinical concepts and techniques, such as conscious and unconscious levels of communication in the analytical process, primitive mental states, the psychotic part of the mind, projective identification as a means of communication, the use of transference/countertransference as a tool for understanding the internal and external world of the patient, the container/contained function, and narcissistic structures. Special emphasis will be placed on the process by which a clinician creates their clinical style through a deep, evolving relationship with themselves and their patients. Participants need to be in clinical practice and completion of BOR I or prior permission of the instructors is required.

18 Sessions In-Person on Thursdays at 7:30 – 9:00 pm

September 18, 2025 through June 18, 2026