Description:
OPD Points: 5
Learn more about the role of psychotherapists in the treatment of anorexic patients
Key Learning Objectives / Outcomes:
Therapists working with anorexia have particular challenges to deal with, including working with patients whose physical health may be at risk. Join experienced therapist and psychoanalyst in training, Yael Kadish, in exploring the development of anorexia, common associated family dynamics and psychodynamics, therapeutic process, and clinical management.
Presenter / Provider:
Dr Yael Kadish
Presenter Qualifications:
Dr Yael Kadish is a clinical psychologist, psychoanalytic psychotherapist and an advanced candidate in psychoanalytic training. She is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Wits and is a member of the MA Clin team and the PHD (including publications) team. Yael is a member of the Transformation Committee in the School of Human and Community Development. She is also a member of the SAPC’s ethics advisory committee. Yael has published and presented her work locally and Internationally.
