Addiction to Suffering: The Clinical Challenges of Masochism

Nonsexual masochism (i. e. masochistic personality traits or “moral masochism”) refers to an enduring pattern of self-sabotaging behavior wherein the individual is drawn to situations which contribute to their own suffering. Although never considered a formal diagnosis, masochistic phenomena are alive and well in the treatment room. This presentation seeks to help clinicians make sense of the masochistic dynamics which are often present in the most challenging and confounding cases. It provides specific interventions for helping patients break free from this vicious cycle. Less...

Learning Objectives

Define the origins and evolution of the concept of masochism.
Identify the criteria of self-defeating personality disorder as it appeared in the appendix of DSM-III-R.
Identify common clinical presentations through an overview of Millon's subtypes.
Discuss the intense countertransference reactions often elicited by masochistic patients.
Identify 2-3 specific interventions to help clinicians tackle this difficult problem.

Target Audience

This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.

Friday, October 27, 2023

Discovery

11:00 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDT

EARN 1 CE Credit Hours

About the speaker

Kevin Leary, LCPC

Kevin is a psychotherapist with over 5 years of experience in the counseling field. He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland. He has earned an Associate of Applied Science in Addictions Counseling, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Kevin has experience treating a wide range of complex clinical presentations including mood, anxiety, psychotic, dissociative, trauma related, and personality disorders. He also has an extensive history of treating addiction related issues, a strong understanding of 12-step recovery, and is Board Approved to supervise alcohol and drug counselors. Kevin integrates skills-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with insight-oriented approaches such as psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy to give clients the practical tools needed to deal with life’s challenges while also developing insight into the deeper meaning of their struggles. Kevin is passionate about helping clients struggling with addiction and mental illness pursue recovery and reach their maximum potential.

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