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The Ackerman Institute: A Journey Of Culture And Diversity Over Six Decades. A Conversation With Evan Imber-Black, Deisy Amorin-Woods, Evan Imber-Black
The Ackerman Institute: A Journey Of Culture And Diversity Over Six Decades. A Conversation With Evan Imber-Black, Deisy Amorin-Woods, Evan Imber-Black
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The Ackerman Institute for the Family, established in 1960 by Dr Nathan Ackerman, stands as one of the oldest and most respected family therapy institutes in the United States. Ackerman pioneered the integration of systemic insights into group settings, emphasised the crucial role of family in therapy, and advocated for the advancement and acceptance of family therapy. ‘The Ackerman’ played a pivotal role in launching Family Process, the first journal dedicated to academic activities in family therapy. Diversity and inclusion have been central tenets of Ackerman philosophy, evident in its programs, training courses, and staff composition. This commitment has produced …
Systems Thinking: Fostering Collaboration And Connections To Strengthen The Field. A Conversation With Umberta Telfener, Deisy Amorin-Woods, Umberta Telfener
Systems Thinking: Fostering Collaboration And Connections To Strengthen The Field. A Conversation With Umberta Telfener, Deisy Amorin-Woods, Umberta Telfener
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Umberta Telfener is a highly respected figure known for her diverse contributions to various facets of family and systemic therapy. Her leadership style has earned her a reputation as somewhat of a ‘cultural anthropologist,’ reflecting her aptitude for creating connections, establishing relationships, and developing partnerships. Her unique ‘Umberta style’ is known for boundless energy, active leadership, and fierce commitment to challenging the status quo. Despite being in office for just a year at the European Family Therapy Association (EFTA), Umberta has conceived and developed numerous projects, establishing networks with practitioners, and systemic thinkers across the world. Rooted in classical philosophical …