MDPAC Psychotherapy Training Program

The MDPAC psychotherapy training program is a year-long training course for physicians (or nurse practitioners in primary care). wishing to develop a focused practice in psychotherapy or to increase their skills in providing psychotherapy in the context of a comprehensive family practice setting.

While there are many models of therapy, it has become more apparent and empirically researched that the most important factor in healing is the therapeutic alliance or relationship. This program will focus on the basic core skills required to foster, manage ruptures of, and create safety within this relationship, while also learning ways to care for ourselves while caring for others.

Each weekend will consist of both didactic and experiential components with adequate opportunities for feedback and interaction with presenters and colleagues. Participants are expected to attend each weekend and attend five online small group integration sessions throughout the year.