Tokita family photograph album, 192-?. Kamekichi Tokita papers, circa 1900-circa 2010, bulk circa 1910-1948. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.

In Celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The Ackerman Institute for the Family celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We honor the contributions AAPI people have made towards social justice throughout history. We remember and celebrate AAPI members of the family therapy community who have worked and continue to work tirelessly to provide just and culturally sensitive care. As an […]

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Apply to Ackerman's core curriculum in couple and family therapy. Professional development for mental health professionals.

Enrollment is Now Open for our Family Therapy Training Program

We just launched enrollment for our 2019-2020 Core Curriculum in Couple and Family Therapy. Prospective trainees can now easily apply to any of Ackerman’s core courses with our new online application system. Ackerman’s core curriculum is designed for mental health professionals who wish to deepen their skills in couple and family therapy. This intensive training

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[Charles Henry Alston. “Walking.” 1958. Oil and gesso on canvas. Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Sydney Smith Gordon. © Charles Alston Estate.]

In Celebration of Black History Month

The Ackerman Institute for the Family celebrates Black History Month. We honor the countless contributions people of African decent have made towards civil rights and social justice throughout history. The Institute strives on being a community of inclusion and one that celebrates diversity as a cornerstone to family health. We remember and celebrate those in

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First Lady Chirlane McCray at the Ackerman Institute for the Family

NYC First Lady Chirlane McCray Visits the Ackerman Institute for the Family

The Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project is honored to partner with New York City’s First Lady Chirlane McCray and the NYC Unity Project in our mission to protect trans and gender nonconforming youth through family acceptance. Ms. McCray has spearheaded the NYC Unity Project in an effort to better serve NYC’s LGBTQ+ youth in all

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In Memory of Miguel Hernandez

Miguel Hernandez, LCSW who was dear to so many in our community has sadly passed in Puerto Rico. He was a gifted, extraordinary therapist, supervisor, writer, and a beloved mentor and colleague to so many. Miguel’s work was profound, centered in critical consciousness and emotional connection, and made a substantial contribution to the field of

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Martha Edwards Bright Beginnings in Beijing China

Ackerman Bright Beginnings Parenting Program Goes to China

Dr. Martha Edwards, Director of the Ackerman Institute’s Center for the Developing Child & Family, visited China this month to implement Bright Beginnings parenting initiatives in Beijing. Bright Beginnings is a parenting program founded by Dr. Edwards that serves at-risk families with infants and toddlers. Dr. Edwards trained staff at the Educare Center in Beijing

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