Programme
We have indicated below the administrative arrangements for our seminars. We hold our Tuesday Seminars online and our two Saturday workshops in person.
2025
2026
| 13 January |
TA for Eating Disorders
Victoria Philpin
(Online) |
| 10 February |
Storytelling in Psychotherapy
David England
(Online) |
28 February
Workshop Half Saturday |
Fathers and Fathering: an attachment perspective
Gwen Adshead
(In person) |
| 10 March |
The Saboteur Archetype - the Guardian at the Gates of our Greatest Potential
Eleanor O'Rourke
(Online) |
| 28 April |
AGM, 7.30-9.30pm
(All members welcome) |
| 12 May |
Working with Body in Therapy
Helen Farrell(Online) |
| 9 June |
Lessons learned from working with Addiction
Anita Andrews
(Online) |
| 13 October |
From Fear to Confidence: Ethical AI for Counsellors and Psychotherapists
Richard Miller
(Online) |
| 10 November |
The Adaptable Brain: Leveraging ADHD's Neurobiological, Psychoanalytic and Personal Vicissitudes
Dr Inna Rozentsvit
(Online) |
28 November
Workshop Half Saturday |
How we work with neurodivergence in our clients - think in our modality but work differently in the room
Joan Bristow
(In person) |
| 8 December |
Oedipal Complexities in the Consulting Room
Poul Rohleder
(Online) |
Past Presentations
Summaries of RTG's past presentations can be found by following this link.
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NEXT TUESDAY MEETING
Understanding Narcissism in Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Presented by Jeremy Sachs
Tuesday, 9th December 2025 at 8pm
Synopsis:This session explores the often-misunderstood concept of narcissism, particularly in the context of male survivors of sexual abuse. While commonly used as a slur or shorthand for harmful behaviour, narcissism is reframed here as a survival strategy rooted in trauma. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of narcissistic adaptations, how they might manifest and explore some of these in the therapy room through case study discussions.
Key Topics:
- Behavioural Indicators of Narcissism:
Drawing on Heinz Kohut’s theories, we’ll examine how narcissistic traits may present in male survivors, highlighting their underlying functions of self-protection and avoidance of vulnerability.
- Narcissistic Personality Adaptations:
We’ll unpack the different types of narcissistic adaptations and their emotional drivers—such as the need for self-esteem promotion and avoidance of relational pain.
- Therapeutic Challenges and Strategies:
The session will explore the role of projective identification and countertransference in understanding complex therapeutic dynamics. A clinical case study will be used to illustrate how narcissistic adaptations can manifest and how to work with them effectively.
Biography: Jeremy Sachs is the author of An Intersectional Guide for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Their Allies (Routledge, 2025), Director of the COSRT accredited Trauma Diploma at NAOS Institute London and runs a private practice online and in person. He is also a Trustee at Wellbeing Scotland, a charity that supports individuals affected by childhood abuse and other adverse life circumstances.
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Both members and non-members who wish to attend will need to register with Katrina Likhtman in advance. Non-members will need to pay £10 (£12 after 1 Jan 26) by bank transfer. The Zoom link will then be sent to those attending prior to the event.
RTG talks are approved for Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD: 1.5 external units per session. Sessions may also be used as proof of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) as part of re-accreditations. Certificates and records of attendance are available at each meeting.
Disclaimer: All details are subject to change without notice and RTG cannot be held responsible for any financial losses incurred as a result.
RTG respectfully ask that all mobile phones are turned off during meetings
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