02 Mar2020

Celebrating Women’s History Month

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in News Blog

This March, we celebrate Women’s History Month. The Ackerman Institute recognizes the vast contributions that women have made to the field of family therapy and mental health since the beginning of the profession. In 2019, women made up an impressive 76% of therapy professionals, and 68% of the social service occupation.

We recognize the commitment of women to the care and well-being of families and communities around the world.

Data provided by US Bureau of Labor Statistics

19 Feb2020

A Beginner’s Guide to Couples Therapy – [The Cut]

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in In the Press

Ackerman’s Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Kiran Arora, PhD was interviewed by The Cut on couples therapy for beginners. Read the article.

04 Feb2020

Martha Fling Selected as Ackerman’s New President and CEO

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in News Blog

Martha Fling, former Board Chair committed to family wellbeing and mental health, has been selected as the next President and CEO of the Ackerman Institute for the Family, effective February 1, 2020. Ackerman Board Member Ira Sallen will succeed Ms. Fling as Chair of the Board of Directors.

As Ackerman’s sixth President and CEO, Ms. Fling will lead the Institute to further its mission to improve the mental health of families through the dynamic interaction of innovative treatment, training, and research. Ms. Fling succeeds Gisselle Acevedo, who served as the President & CEO since 2018.

01 Feb2020

Celebrating Black History Month

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in News Blog

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 the African-American mental health community who envision equality and justice for all families.

Image: Untitled (Bunche Mural) Richard Wyatt Jr. 1970

16 Jan2020

‘How Can I Get My Husband to Pay for Shared Household Expenses?’ – [The Cut]

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in In the Press

Ackerman faculty member Judith Stern Peck answered some questions in The Cut for couples talking about money. Read the Article.

15 Jan2020

Too Much Screen Time? Even a Small Family Ritual Can Help Combat Overuse. – [Washington Post]

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in In the Press

Faculty Member and Director of Ackerman’s Center for Families and Health, Dr. Evan Imber-Black, is quoted in the Washington Post on how rituals can help families navigate screen time at home. Read it Here: Too Much Screen Time? Even a Small Family Ritual Can Help.

09 Jan2020

In Remembrance of Sippio Small

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in News Blog

It is with great sorrow that we share the news of the passing of our friend, and Ackerman faculty member, Sippio Small.

Sippio was a man of passion and conviction, and he believed deeply in creating change for social workers of color and for society at large. Sippio began his affiliation with the Ackerman Institute in 1989, and was a pillar of the social work community.

Sippio was a visionary teacher and thinker. In 1992, he co-founded Ackerman’s Social Work and Diversity Program, which led to powerful new approaches in the therapy room. Through his work with this groundbreaking program, Sippio mentored students of color and endeavored to increase racial equity and justice in the field of social work. In 2019, Sippio and the Social Work and Diversity Program were recognized with the Ackerman Legacy Honor.

02 Jan2020

Statement Against Anti-Semitism in the New York Community

Written by Ackerman Institute. Posted in News Blog

We are deeply disturbed and saddened by the anti-Semitic targeting of our Jewish community members in New York and the surrounding areas. The Ackerman Institute for the Family stands in opposition of rhetorical and physical manifestations of hate, bias, and discrimination.

We stand together with our Jewish friends, family, and neighbors. Committed to social justice and therapy, we are ready to offer care and support to those in grief and distress over these tragedies.