Session 10: Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
Overview
Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) is an affect-focused, time-limited, evidence-based treatment indicated for treating major depressive disorder, eating disorders, and posttraumatic stress disorder, and as adjunctive treatment for bipolar disorder. It is one of the best-tested psychotherapies. It focuses on the relationship between mood and life events, building interpersonal skills, and mobilizing protective social support. The treatment does not focus on cognitions or transference and does not assign homework. Dr. Markowitz has spent decades testing IPT in comparative trials and teaching this therapist- and patient-friendly approach. The workshop will cover the essentials of IPT and its application to particular patient populations. Participants are encouraged to bring in case material for discussion.
Psychology CE Credit Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Medical College of Wisconsin maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
This activity contains content or processes that may be potentially stressful.
Target Audience
- Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Psychologists
- Social Workers
- Psychiatry Residents
- Medical Students
- Allied Health Professionals
Learning Objectives
- Describe the fundamental principles, elements, and structure of the IPT approach.
- List the four interpersonal problem areas.
- Identify factors such as affect dysregulation and reflective functioning that may contribute to the mechanism of the IPT effect.
- Analyze the evidence supporting the IPT approach.
Program
Thursday:
- Overview of IPT
- Historical background
- Brief, focused treatment of depression
- Active, non-neutral therapist
- Relationship of interpersonal behaviors to depressive symptoms
- The 4 Problem Areas Discussion
- The three phases of IPT
- In-depth discussion of Middle Phase Strategies
- Case review, role play, and discussion
Friday:
- Review of questions from Day 1
- Role play and discussion
- Practical Issues for the Experienced Psychotherapist
- Adjusting to a time-limited therapy
- Videotaping
- Rating scales
- Combining psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy
- Research issues in IPT
- Role-playing of therapist and patient
- Review, evaluation, and further training issues
Venue
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Lodging in July and August is in great demand; you must make reservations early. A block of suites has been set aside at the Landmark Resort. These suites will be held until June 6th, 2025, or until they are filled.
From its site on the bluff, the Landmark offers outstanding views of the waters of Green Bay with 294 units comprised of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom suites. Facilities include the Carrington Pub and Grill, 1 indoor and 3 outdoor pools, 2 tennis courts, whirlpools, steam rooms, and a fitness center and game room. The Landmark Resort is Door County’s largest and best full-service facility.
The Landmark Resort
4929 Landmark Drive
Egg Harbor, Wisconsin 54209
Reservations: (800) 273-7877
http://www.thelandmarkresort.com
To book through our discounted group rate, please call the Landmark reservation line at (800) 273-7877 and state that you are attending the Door County Summer Institute. No group code is required.
Group rates cannot be booked online.
Faculty
John Markowitz, MD, is a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons and a Research Psychiatrist at the New York State Psychiatric Institute. He received his medical degree from Columbia in 1982 and completed psychiatric residency training at the New York Hospital-Payne Whitney Clinic in 1986. He was trained in cognitive behavioral therapy at the Center for Cognitive Therapy in Philadelphia and in interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) by the late Gerald L. Klerman, MD at Cornell.
Since residency, Dr. Markowitz has conducted clinical research involving psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy of mood, anxiety, personality disorders, and posttraumatic stress disorder. He collaborated with James Kocsis, MD on chronic depression research and with the late Drs. Klerman and Samuel Perry on HIV-related research at Cornell. Since moving to Columbia University/New York State Psychiatric Institute in 2001, he has also focused on personality disorders, with Andrew Skodol, MD, and posttraumatic stress disorder. He has received multiple treatment grants from the National Institute of Mental Health and private foundations. He has lectured widely and conducted many workshops on IPT and other topics. Dr. Markowitz is the author, co-author, or editor of 22 books, more than 300 peer-reviewed articles, and 92 chapters.
Activity Director:
Carlyle H Chan, MD
Professor of Psychiatry and
the Institute for Health and Equity-Bioethics and Humanities
Medical College of Wisconsin
Planning Committee Members:
Ellen Leitner, MSW, LCSW
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Kevin Bozymski, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP
Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Science
Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Kylie Lenz, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Heather M. Smith, PhD, ABPP
Lead Psychologist
Director of Psychology Training
Milwaukee VA Medical Center
Associate Professor
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Marisa Stich, APNP
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
In accordance with the ACCME® Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, Standard 3, all in control of content must disclose any relevant financial relationships. The following in control of content had no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Carlyle H Chan
- Ellen Leitner
- Kevin Bozymski
- Kylie Lenz
- Heather M. Smith
- Marisa Stich
- John Markowitz
Accreditation
Accreditation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation of Credit Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this live activity for a maximum of 8 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Hours of Participation for Allied Health Professionals
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to 8 hours of participation for continuing education for allied health professionals.
National Association of Social Workers Credit Statement
This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886840778-6225) for 8 continuing education contact hours.
American Association of Nurse Practitioners Credit Statement
The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. is approved as a provider of nurse practitioner continuing education by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners: AANP Provider Number 150930. This program has been approved for 8 contact hours of continuing education (which includes 0 hours of pharmacology).
American Academy of Physician Assistants Credit Statement
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 8 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Available Credit
- 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
- 8.00 APAAPA credit.
- 8.00 Hours of ParticipationHours of Participation credit.
- 8.00 NASW
- 8.00 NP Contact Hours
- 8.00 PAPA credit.
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