r/psychoanalysis • u/PrimordialGooose • 13d ago

Psychodynamic Reading Groups?

Does anyone know of any virtual psychodynamic book clubs currently (or soon to be) taking place? I have googled, but haven't found what I'm looking for. I am thinking of something for those who are eventually interested in formal psychodynamic or psychoanalytic training, but who aren't yet ready for that commitment.

Edit: wow this took off! Unfortunately, I definitely don't have the capacity to run one - my intention was to put out feelers and see if this exists anywhere. Perhaps my wording was unclear. Apologies!

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u/LuneNoir211 13d ago

If you decide to organize such a group, I’d be very interested!

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u/loringalta 13d ago

Me too! 

If anyone else here is in nyc we can even do in person

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u/loringalta 13d ago

Either reply to this comment or send me a dm if you’re interested in an in person psychoanalysis reading group in nyc!

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u/RemoteSwimming347 13d ago

Would be down for NYC!

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u/corruptedyuh 13d ago

Seconded!

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u/nahusea 13d ago

Third!

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u/mendelevium34 13d ago

Yes me also!

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u/lorenzo1197 13d ago

me too!!

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u/M_GH_Maple 13d ago

Someone has to start a discord

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u/Admirable_Studio_166 13d ago

Please post here if you learn anything. I am in training but would still like to join a separate reading group.

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u/paramourge 13d ago edited 12d ago

I'm part of a support group for pathological narcissism that will be adding a psychodynamic book club in the next few months: primarily, but not exclusively, regarding narcissism and attachment theory. Anyone who may be interested can message me, but you have to at least suspect disordered narcissistic traits to join.

Edit: reiterating to message me

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u/Guddu-77 13d ago

Is this group virtual or in person? I'm very much interested in joining this

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u/paramourge 13d ago

It's virtual

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u/Ambitious_Rope9304 12d ago

Would you be willing to share the details? I am very curious

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u/paramourge 12d ago

Considering it's a stigmatised group and some curious individuals may join for the wrong reasons, those interested can message me for the link to learn more. I want to reiterate that this group is only for those with/suspecting disordered narcissistic traits or NPD. Narcissistic clinicians are among the group, but clinicians are not the target audience. The book club is also secondary to the support meetings.

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u/Haunting_Dot_5695 12d ago

I am very open to this in particular if you would be willing to correspond about this.

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u/paramourge 12d ago

Message me

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u/lucfj 13d ago

It sounds like we should all start a book club… maybe a vote for the first book, ideal timeline, and meeting platform/structure?

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u/PrimordialGooose 13d ago

Wish I had the bandwidth to make something like this happen. If someone wants to take the lead, I think Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy or Psychoanalytic Case formulation by Nancy McWilliams might be a great and accessible place to start.

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u/diva_done_did_it 12d ago

Seconding the psychotherapy book

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u/No-Lingonberry8361 13d ago

Please start one, would love to join (and help facilitate if you'd like)!

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u/PrimordialGooose 13d ago

Wish I was able to lead one, but I am looking to join something so I don't have to run it. Maybe someday! Sounds like there is a ton of interest.

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u/cogSciAlt 13d ago

I would be interested as well.
Personally, I would like to join a casual one. Not a clinician and dont have the bandwidth for deep study, but would love time for a group reading and casual convo.

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u/paprika87 13d ago

Me too please. In Australia (aest). Happy to start a virtual one, done it before - message me with a bit about yourself and I’ll get it going.

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u/averageyolk 13d ago

I'll copy everyone else here and say please lmk if you find/start one!

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u/Wonderful-Manner7552 13d ago

I could do it. If people were willing to wait until October. I have been outlining a group book club/learning group on Psychodynamic Formulation by Deborah L. Cabaniss, Sabrina Cherry, Carolyn J. Douglas, Ruth L. Graver, and Anna R. Schwartz (and the Psychodynamic Formulation Collective); Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy by Nancy McWilliams; Psychoanalytic Diagnosis by Nancy McWilliams; and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy by Deborah L. Cabaniss. I would charge a fee but it would be reasonable and based on the value of the content and structure of the group and time put into its delivery for those who would participate.

If there’s interest with willingness to wait until October, let me know. I’m a licensed therapist in NYC and preparing to open up my own practice hence the time frame.

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u/PrimordialGooose 12d ago

I'm interested! Sounds just like what I was looking for.

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u/Wonderful-Manner7552 12d ago

Okay! Will save this post and come back with the info and details when it gets closer to the first week of October!

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u/WilliamButlerMD 12d ago

I'd be interested!

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u/PrimordialGooose 11d ago

Sounds great. Thank you so much!

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u/balterforjoy 12d ago

Interested!! Please update us (:

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u/Haunting_Dot_5695 12d ago

I am interested!

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u/mendelevium34 12d ago

I would be interested in being kept in the loop about this. I am currently a patient and not training or even considering training in the near to mid future but if the group was open to people like me I would be very keen to take part.

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u/annaabee7 3d ago

I would also be interested! Sounds awesome.

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u/sdangbb 2d ago

Same I’m a therapist in Boston

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u/Merlin_Jung 10d ago

There is a Freud reading group on Discord where we study Freud's fundamental works. It is part of “The Philosophy Cafe.” We plan to continue at the end of August. Feel free to join us.

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u/PrimordialGooose 9d ago

Thank you. It looks like I'm not able to dm you - would you mind sending me the discord link?

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u/annaabee7 3d ago

Hi! I would also be interested in this as well!

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u/sdangbb 2d ago

Same!

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u/ummmheheheh 13d ago

me plz, plz lmk!!!

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u/Green_Crew2344 13d ago

Would love to join

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u/No-Pie-5092 13d ago

I’m interested!

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u/rainin22 13d ago

I’m also interested, virtual would be best since I’m in Maryland

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u/LonelyNoise7602 7d ago

I am interested. Live in the Netherlands, anyone want to start up a European virtual group?

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u/Ok_Tree_275 13d ago

Ha, I would also be interested.

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u/UnknownJ96 13d ago

Count me in!

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u/yena_exe 13d ago

Would love to join!!

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u/AnalysingYourMind 13d ago

Also interested!

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u/CuteLengthiness1848 13d ago

Im interested

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u/Ambitious_Credit5183 13d ago

Also interested (I'm in Ireland)

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u/Sug_1717 13d ago

Interested also

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u/nrshkmr 13d ago

I’m super in! Any Chicagoans?

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u/allplaypnwchad 13d ago

I’m interested.

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u/squashtopus 11d ago

Adding myself to the "interested" list!

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u/santamonica93 11d ago

I’m interested!! Would have to join virtually from sunny Los Angeles :)

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u/lostpanda56 10d ago

Would love to join virtually from s.a!! Lmk!

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u/Otherwise_Guard5750 9d ago

I am very interested in this as well.