Core Competencies in Relational Psychoanalysis with Roy Barsness, PhD and Bryan Nixon, MA, LPC

Time: Saturday, December 18, 2026. 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM PST

Using his extensive research, his own writings and writings of luminaries within the relational movement, Dr. Barsness, along with Nixon, will focus on the 7 core competencies that evolved from Barsness' own research:

1. therapeutic outcome

2. therapeutic stance

3. deep listening/affective attunement

4. relational dynamics

5. patterning and linking

6. conflict

7. courageous speech/disciplined spontaneity

2.5 continuing education units are available for an additional fee. To qualify for student ticket pricing, you must use an email address ending in .edu.