Dr. Robert Galatzer-Levy has been a favorite interviewee of ON GOOD AUTHORITY due to the clarity of his thought, knowledge and presentation.  So we've gathered the four interviews we've conducted with him together in this special collection.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1.  Learn how to manage engaging parents and assessing violence in children.

2.  Gain an understanding and appreciation of the legal issues involved in domestic violence and how the therapist and attorney can work together on behalf of the victim.

3.  Be able to identify one's own monetary views and practices.

4.  Recognize the implications of accepting gifts, billing for missed sessions.

5.  Learn to assess suitability for custody through objective facts, rather than subjective opinions.

CURRICULUM SUMMARIES

CD # 1:  "The Assessment of Violent Adolescents"

What should we as therapist do when presented with a case of a potentially violent child?  Certainly we should not do what one of the Columbine counselors is reputed to have done--assume that because one of the killers had aspirations to join the military that his behavior and fantasies were understandable and not of concern!

For clear and direct advice on what to do and not do in assessing for violence, we turn to Dr. Robert Galatzer-Levy.  Dr. Galatzer-Levy is a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst of children, adolescents and adults.

CD # 2:  Robert Galatzer-Levy, MD and Nancy Murphy, JD
"Legal Issues in the Treatment of Domestic Violence"

Dr. Galatzer-Levy presents the first steps for a clinician to take in working with a battered woman, and explains why many clinicians fail in their treatment of women experiencing domestic violence.  Attorney Murphy explains the legal issues involved and how the therapist and attorney can work together on behalf of the victim.

CD # 3 - Interview #1
"The Meaning of Money"

Talking about money with our clients or patients is difficult and often avoided.  This can lead to misdiagnosis, premature termination, unresolved tranference and countertransference, inconsistencies in payment practices, and undue anxiety.  In this interview, Dr. Galatzer-Levy discusses the psychological meaning of money in the therapeutic relationship.

CD # 3 - Interview #2
"Custody Evaluations"

No one suffers more or has more to lose from a divorce that the children involved.  In helping to minimize the potential damage to these young people, there is no more crucial issue than awarding custody.  Psychotherapists are frequently called upon to render opinions in custody controversies.  Dr. Galatzer-Levy provides clear instruction on ethical custody evaluations.