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This is a website for all those involved with talking therapies, including academics, practitioners, trainees and clients, who are concerned by the negative impact of Critical Social Justice Theory.
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Outgrow the Anti-Oedipal Mindset of Critical Social Justice
One of the distinguishing features of classical psychoanalysis is the Oedipus Myth. Taken from the Greek play by Sophocles, psychoanalysts understand this story as a mythical template upon which the individual’s psychology is enacted throughout their entire lifespan. According to this myth, Oedipus, son of King Laius…
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A Clinical Psychologist Considers Viewpoint Diversity, Illiberalism, and Intolerance within the Dept. of Veterans Affairs
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), like many other organizations, has dedicated significant focus and attention to the topics of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). There are various approaches to DEI and the one most strenuously promoted and advocated for within the VA has its strengths and…
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Trans Affirmative Therapy: Engendering Harm Beneath a Veil of Protection?
Old-fashioned patriotism seems to be back in vogue again, after taking a short and well-earned break. One clue is in the resurfacing of classic war films, with a refreshingly straightforward take on allies and enemies. This stands in marked contrast to today’s muddy and complex international conflicts.…
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Unpacking the Concept of ‘Gender Identity’: Not Fit for Purpose?
Gender identity The term ‘gender identity’ is a key element to any discussion about trans-related issues. There are six reasons why it is not in any way an accurate or meaningful concept for use in therapeutic practice. The reasons relate to: Major ethical concerns about the origins…
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Book Review
Mick Cooper’s Psychology at the Heart of Social Change: Developing a Progressive Vision for Society (2023) Bristol: Policy Press. It has been quite common for the big figures in psychotherapy to end their careers pontificating on the world at large, in other words to shift their attention…
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The Politics of Division
Lara Sheehi, Antisemitism, and Antiwhite Racism in the American Psychological Association The newest scandal in psychoanalysis is the case of Lara Sheehi, assistant professor of clinical psychology at The George Washington University (GWU) and President of Division 39 of the American Psychological Association (APA). Sheehi is being…
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Suing over Medical Transition
The Case against Considering WPATH as a Competent, Reasonable Body of Expert Opinion Disclaimer: The following article is not intended as legal advice. Please consult a lawyer if you are directly affected by any of the issues discussed below. Medical transitioning of children and adults is one…
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Inserting Critical Social Justice Praxis into Mainstream Therapy — The Broaching Tool
Introduction In the first few years of the 21st century, activist scholars and activist clinicians faced a conundrum. They had made significant inroads into the therapy field: gaining power and influence in the professional bodies especially within the American Psychological Association (APA). They were also reworking the…
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The Ironic Flaw in WOKE Extremism
This piece is a follow up discussion regarding the responses to the previous post titled Psychoanalysis’ Latest Racist Blunder. The Problem of Splitting and Projective Identification in Social Movements (Vol 2; Issue 48) Those involved in major social movements like WOKE* confront a dilemma common to all…
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