IV. Virtual Seminars on Saturday, August 1, 2020*
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The Men's Group Seminar:
The Imposter Syndrome
10:15 to 11:30 AM
Originally formulated in 1978, the Imposter Syndrome refers to an internal sense of insecurity and of being a "fraud" that exists despite one's talents, abilities, and track record of success. Though never achieving official diagnostic status in the psychiatric nomenclature, evidence has shown that the Imposter Syndrome has been widely endorsed by men and women in the decades since its inception. Why has the notion of an Imposter Syndrome continued to capture so much attention, resonating with a significant number of people who see themselves, and their achievements, as undeserved? And to what extent are perfectionism, fear of failure, the tendency to discount positive feedback, and self-doubt -- the major theorized components of the Imposter Syndrome -- actually indicative of a pathological syndrome or merely common experiences of the human condition each one of us, at some point in our lives, will contend with?
In the next meeting of the Men's Group Seminar on Saturday, August 1, 2020 (10:15 to 11:30 AM),
we will explore these and other questions as we take a closer look at the Imposter Syndrome. In our discussion, we will consider more recent theorizing on the five subtypes of high-achievers who are overcome with feelings of inadequacy and incompetence despite evidence to the contrary.
To register for this upcoming seminar, please see the directions below.
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The Relationship Group Seminar:
Millennials and Marriage: How a Generation is Redefining Love
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM
Young adults are trending toward marrying later in life, if at all, and are non-prioritizing becoming a parent. Prenups, cohabitating before marriage, and investing in career and financial security over and above finding "the right one" have reshaped traditional notions of intimacy and family. But are millennials actually onto something? For example,
an expert on relationships from the Gottman Institute suggests
that millennials are more oriented toward self-discovery through a series of long-term relationships which enable them to learn what they need and want before a final commitment. If this is actually the case, marriages may ultimately be more successful. Nevertheless, marriage rates among the millennial generation continue to fall, leading social commentators to observe a declining view of the institution of marriage as one that is outdated and no longer approached as an important life milestone.
In the next meeting of the Relationship Group Seminar on Saturday, August 1, 2020 (11:45 AM to 1:00 PM),
we will discuss millennials' perspective on marriage and consider how these cultural shifts may influence, and even strengthen, relationships now and in the future.
To register for this upcoming seminar, please see the directions below.
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The Dynamic Psychotherapy Process Group
1:15 to 2:30 PM
This therapy group utilizes the emerging dynamics among group members, and between the group members and facilitator, as a basis from which to examine one's characteristic ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others.
Our next virtual group session will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020 (1:15 to 2:30 PM).
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he Dynamic Psychotherapy Process Group is a therapeutic experience and entry occurs only after a pre-group screening interview.
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Registration Directions
: If you would like to attend the virtual meeting of the Men's Group Seminar and/or the Relationship Group Seminar on August 1, 2020, please RSVP to me at 949-338-4388 or
jt@jamestobinphd.com
at your earliest convenience. The fee is $25.00 (payable before entering the virtual meeting) and informed consent for participation in this telehealth event must be completed prior to the seminars. Please note that the Men's Group Seminar and the Relationship Group Seminar are psychoeducational in nature, not therapeutic, and do not constitute psychotherapy or counseling.
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