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Welcome to the Chicago Psychoanalytic Society!
A Note from the President
“For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you” -Walt Whitman.
The Chicago Psychoanalytic Society concluded its programming in June 2025 with an exploration of “spiritual democracy,” the pursuit of ideals promoted by early American visionaries such as Walt Whitman. We learned how these ideals promote a sense of communal humanity, a belief that we are all composed of the same basic “stuff” of the universe, entitled to pursue self-actualization and agency, and an understanding that societal transformation is not only possible but necessary. No doubt we are living in transformative times, in a world that seems increasingly divisive and hate-filled, where we struggle to identify a “forward edge” in our collective process. The Society strives to serve as a forum for the exchange of growth-promoting ideas and a welcoming community that fosters the exploration of a variety of perspectives within the field of psychoanalysis. We hope the 2025-26 programming year will fulfil that striving.
We thank those who completed the survey we emailed this summer. The Executive Committee studied the results and used them as a guide. You told us that being part of an educational community—being introduced to new ideas and people–is a primary motivation for membership, along with the ability to get CMEs and CEs. You shared your interest in topics such as AI and psychoanalysis, couples therapy, child therapy, Winnicott, Jung, and Lacan, all of which we have been able to incorporate into this year’s programming.
We will continue to provide programs primarily via Zoom, but will also offer a few special in-person (hybrid) events, as well as social gatherings and study groups. As a reminder, all who join the Society will have the benefits of free CME/CEs for Society events, an invitation to members-only study groups, and participation in the “Find a Therapist” section of our website. This year, we will introduce a new benefit to Society members: exclusive access to the Society Archives, which will be added to the Society website in December. Additionally, this year, we will be charging a nominal fee for Society programs, ensuring that joining the Society actually provides a discount to members.
Our programming begins on Tuesday, September 30th, with psychoanalyst Amy Levy, PsyD, who will present on a subject at the top of everyone’s mind: “Artificial Intelligence and Psychoanalysis.” Please see the description of Dr. Levy’s program below. For the full slate of programs for the year, please click here.
We look forward to seeing you on September 30th!
Stephanie Fariss
Society PresidentOrganized June 8, 1931 and accepted as a Constituent Society by the American Psychoanalytic Association in 1932, the Society's mission is to advance the field of psychoanalysis through the promotion of education and research by its members and the the community-at-large; to maintain and promote professional and ethical standards of the profession; to promote professional activities of its members by assisting career development and generating marketing opportunities; and to enhance the vitality of the Society by encouraging a diversity of opinion, assessing the interests of its members, facilitating member involvement in Society activities and fostering a collegial community.
The Society is committed to maintaining an educational environment free from sexual harassment, sexual violence, and discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. It also strives to initiate, welcome, and maintain ongoing conversations and discussions related to inclusivity among its members and the community-at-large.
Upcoming Program co-sponsored by: The Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute Artificial Intelligence and Psychoanalysis Presenter: Amy Levy, PsyD Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 7:00 – 9:00 PM Central time By Zoom Only
Amy Levy, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. She co-chairs the American Psychoanalytic Association ’s (APsA) Council on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) and serves on the Editorial Board of The Psychoanalytic Quarterly. Dr. Levy lectures and teaches internationally on the intersection of psychoanalysis and artificial intelligence. Her publication topics include psychoanalysis and AI, intergenerational transmission of trauma, adolescent PTSD in the civil legal arena, and Bionian theory. She is the author of a soon to be released book from Karnac, The New Other: Alien Intelligence and the Innovation Drive. Dr. Levy maintains a private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Description: Humanity has engineered a new Other. Sometimes referred to as “alien intelligence,” AI technology has the capability to think about our minds, communicate with us at conscious and unconscious levels, and act as a new “container” for human psychic life. From a psychoanalytic perspective, AI is our symptom. What does it reflect about humanity? Our conflicts and our desires? Join Dr. Amy Levy as she shines light on the meanings, origins, and effects of this very human innovation. Approximate breakdown of time: First Hour: presentation Second Hour: discussion with audience Learning Objectives After attending this session, participants should be able to:
Continuing Education Credits are offered exclusively to Society members in all membership categories and those intending to join. The presenter, Amy Levy, PsyD, and the organizer, Lisa Karaitis, PsyD, have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to report. Participants are asked to be aware of the need for privacy and confidentiality throughout the program. ACCME Accreditation Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA) and the Chicago Psychoanalytic Society. The American Psychoanalytic Association is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. AMA Credit Designation Statement: The American Psychoanalytic Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Disclosure Statement: The APsA CE Committee has reviewed the materials for accredited continuing education and has determined that this activity is not related to the product line of ineligible companies and therefore, the activity meets the exception outlined in Standard 3: ACCME's identification, mitigation and disclosure of relevant financial relationship. This activity does not have any known commercial support. Accreditation Information for Professionals Other Than Physicians. The Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content, in relation to accreditation for CE credits for non-physicians. CPI is licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to sponsor continuing education credits for (license numbers in parentheses): Social Workers (159.000122), Professional Counselors (197.000202), Marriage and Family Therapy Therapists (168.00204), and Clinical Psychologists (268.000091). Eligible professionals will receive 2.0 continuing education credits for attending the entire program. To receive these credits an evaluation form must be completed online. Learners must claim the amount of time spent in the educational activity and that will be the amount of credit they will earn. REGISTER NOW |
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