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Social Work and Diversity Program 2012 Clinical Presentations

On May 2, 2012, six students from Ackerman Institute’s Social Work and Diversity Program each presented a moving description of their clinical experience in the program to a large audience of Ackerman faculty, students, and friends. This annual presentation from students is not an only an opportunity for them to summarize the family therapy work done […]

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Ackerman Institute Faculty at the American Family Therapy Association (AFTA) Conference

Every year, Ackerman Institute faculty and alumni are involved in the American Family Therapy Association Conference. This year was no exception, with a long list of presentations by faculty and special awards going to Jorge Colapinto and Peter Fraenkel. To see a full schedule of events, click here. Wednesday, May 16•    Welcome by Hinda Winawer

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Alumni Lecture on Sexual Issues

On May 11, 2012, Dr. Marty Klein was the guest speaker at the alumni quarterly meeting and his presentation was entitled “Ten Things Psychotherapists Need to Know About Sex.” Dr. Klein is a marriage and family therapist, sex therapist, and forensic expert. This lecture was part of the quarterly Alumni Association meetings, where Ackerman Alumni

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2012 Annual Spring Open House

On Wednesday evening, April 25th, Ackerman Institute for the Family hosted its annual Open House for prospective students. A crowd of over fifty potential Ackerman students listened as faculty and students described the “Ackerman Experience.” The Open House began with a few words from the Institute’s Director of Training, Marcia Sheinberg, who spoke about the

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Spotlight on the Board: Martha Fling

Martha Fling joined the Ackerman Institute for the Family’s Board of Directors in June 2011. As a professional with an extensive background in wealth advisory services and mental health, including working as executive director of SeaBridge Residential Treatment Center in Malibu, Martha brings a great deal of experience, energy, and enthusiasm to the Ackerman Institute.

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Ackerman Institute Launches New Special Needs Project

Ackerman Institute for the Family is excited to launch a new project for families who have children with special needs, including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, sensory processing disorder and other developmental disabilities. The Special Needs Project will increase services for this population and train mental health professionals to address their unique needs and promote family

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