This transformative workshop will address the sincerity in every human being for narcissistic choices, defenses, and ways of being. Using a psychoanalytic point of view, we will explore how narcissism manifests itself as a deeply defaulted, and therefore unconscious process, that transcends a person’s race, sexuality, culture, and upbringing as a shorthand way to navigate a complicated universe—both internally and externally. We will work to provide alternative choice points for clinical practice, as well as a deep understanding of the narcissistic everyday mindset.
Through this workshop, participants will be able to:
Identify narcissistic pressures and pulls, outside in society, as well as internally in the self.
Understand the interplay of neglect, trauma, and shame as intensifiers to narcissistic choices and perspective.
Feel empowered to become aware of and partner-with one’s own unconscious narcissism and how to heal.
Container
We will gather in person at Shelterwood Collective in Seattle’s Pioneer Square neighborhood.
This is a hybrid offering and we will offer live virtual access to folks joining from a distance.
Exchange
General Registration — $120
with 3 CEUs — $160
Shelterwood members receive $20 CEU registration with code MEMBER20.
Sliding scale available, email dmlouderbacktherapy@gmail.com for access.
D. Michael Louderback, MA, LMHC
D. Michael Louderback is an eclectic psychoanalytic psychotherapist and supervisor in private practice for thirteen years. He's a passionate believer that most of our personhood is unknown and, therefore, unconscious. With the help of various different theories and approaches and philosophies, in psychotherapy, he believes we make what we can out of trying to get to know ourselves a little deeper and a little better. He's in full time practice in Seattle which includes his clinical work, supervision and consultation, as well as leading various teachings across a myriad of institutes.
Find out more at www.dmlouderback.org.
Joe Sawyer, LMHC
Joe Sawyer is a psychotherapist with thirteen years of experience in private practice working with a diverse population including teens, adults, and couples. He draws upon a variety of different theories and approaches in his work, all centered around relieving the client of unconscious distortions which allows them to better attune to reality and engage their life with freedom and creativity. He is particularly passionate about exploring narcissism and choice.
More information can be found at www.joesawyercounseling.com.