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Excellence in Mental Health Virtual Conference

Keeping Your “Self” in the Driver’s Seat

Eddie Parish
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Description

This program will start with the question, “What does this say about me that I feel, think, react or behave this way?” This question allows clinicians to look inside so they can keep a thoughtful, non-reactive and centered solid self presence in their work. This presentation will be informed by Family Systems theory and Internal Family Systems theory. Participants will explore interpersonal and intrapersonal relational dynamics. The interpersonal realm of self and others will highlight the concept of differentiation. The intrapersonal realm of self and parts will highlight the concept of unblending. Focusing on both areas will provide a path forward to keep the Self in the driver’s seat.

Educational Goal

The educational goal of this presentation is to increase understanding of interpersonal and intrapersonal relational dynamics to improve clinician self presence.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Define clear concepts and language for understanding one’s interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships.

  • Identify at least two ways to relate to one’s inner world to keep the Self in the lead and not be hijacked by one’s emotional parts.

  • Recognize client behavior and attitudes that cause them to react or respond in ways that impact therapeutic effectiveness.

Target Audience

  • Addiction Professional
  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Social Worker

Presenters

Eddie Parish
Dr. Parish holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Abilene Christian University and a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy from Florida State University. Over the course of his career, Dr. Parish has combined teaching, clinical practice, ministry, and nonprofit leadership. He taught and supervised students in the clinical programs at Bowling Green State University and Abilene Christian University and also maintained private practices in Bowling Green, Ohio, and Abilene, Texas. His work in church settings included serving as a Youth Minister in Tucson, Arizona, and later as a Family Minister and Family Therapist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Together with his wife, Judy, Dr. Parish founded and directed the Parish Hermitage, Inc., a nonprofit retreat center in Saint Amant, Louisiana. For 15 years, they guided couples, families, and individuals through intensive programs that wove together therapy, spiritual practices, and hospitality. For the past decade, Dr. Parish and Judy have continued their work side by side, offering support and guidance to individuals, couples, and organizations, carrying forward their shared commitment to healing and growth.

Financially Sponsored By

  • The Center for Children & Families