ADPCA 2007
Located at New York University’s Kimmel Center
60 Washington Square South
*Conference activities will take place on the 9th floor of the Kimmel Center
For more information about the Kimmel Center go to: (http://www.nyu.edu/kimmel.center)
For directions to the Kimmel Center go to: (http://www.nyu.edu/about/travel.html)
What is the ADPCA?
The Association for the Development of the Person-Centered Approach (ADPCA) is an international network of individuals who support the development and application of the person-centered approach. ADPCA welcomes the participation of educators, therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, health service providers, pastoral counselors, organization development specialists, and all people who are interested in the field of human relations and personal and interpersonal development. In an endeavor to practice the person-centered approach within the Association, all members share the responsibilities and privileges of leadership.
The Association sponsors an annual conference, the distinctive features of which are large community group meetings, smaller therapeutic groups, and presentations by individuals of research related to the approach. It publishes a newsletter, a journal, and an annual membership directory. Membership benefits include subscriptions to those publications and participation in a community of individuals who share person-centered values. For more information see the following web sites: the ADPCA web site http://www.adpca.org and a Carl Rogers web site at http://www.carlrogers.info.
What is the Person Centered Approach and how does it relate to Client Centered Therapy?
The Person-Centered Approach can be understood as an evolution in Client-Centered Therapy as originated by the well-known American psychologist Carl Rogers. Rogers’s form of psychotherapy, known as Client-Centered Therapy, is expressed through three core conditions: unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence. The expression of these core conditions, in combination with “non-directive” interaction, can be understood as the fundamental force that can facilitate each individuals “actualizing tendency.” The Person-Centered Approach attempts to expand upon Client-Centered Therapy by extending the range of the application of the core conditions and non-directivity to individuals and groups outside of the psychotherapy practice.
Why should I Attend the 2007 ADPCA Conference in New York City?
ADPCA conferences are unique experiences compared to other mental health related conferences because they encompass both professional activities and personal growth. Therefore, in addition to presentations and other professional discussions, the ADPCA 2007 conference will include: community meetings where every participant is free to take part in large encounter group type experiences, small groups where more intimate exchanges occur, business meetings that allow every participant to have an equal opportunity to take part in and influence the planning of ADPCA activities, as well as other gatherings that range from an opening night party to the closing night talent show. Therefore, the ADPCA 2007 conference will focus on professional and personal/relational growth in an environment where equality for all participants is held as fundamental.
Wednesday July 25th, 2007
Registration 11:00am to 2:00pm
Community Meeting 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Opening Night Party 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Thursday July 26th, 2007
Community Meeting 8:00am to 10:00am (Breakfast is Served)
Business Meeting 10:00am to 12:00pm
Presentations 8:00am to 12:00pm
Presentations/Small Groups 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Community Meeting 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Friday July 27th, 2007
Community Meeting 8:00am to 10:00am (Breakfast is Served)
Business Meeting 10:00am to 12:00pm
Presentations 8:00am to 12:00pm
Presentations/Small Groups 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Community Meeting 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Saturday July 28th, 2007
Community Meeting 8:00am to 10:00am (Breakfast is Served)
Business Meeting 10:00am to 12:00pm
Presentations 8:00am to 12:00pm
Presentations/Small Groups 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Party and Talent Show 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Sunday July 29th,
2007
Community Meeting 8:00am to 12:00pm
Dear colleagues,
The ADPCA committee is requesting all of you to take part in this exciting conference and be a presenter. Be it your newfound theories, passionate beliefs, or inspiring experiences. Let us share your dreams, ideas and wisdom.
We currently have a total of 27 (1 hour and 45 minute) slots available, with more available if the need arises.
Please email us with the following info:
Presenter(s') name(s):
Topic/Title:
Summary:
Preference in date: Thu 7/26, Fri 7/27, or Sat 7/28
If you would like to be a presenter at this conference but have yet to come up with a title/summery, that is ok. Just email us and we will reserve a spot for you.
Please send emails regarding becoming a presenter to: Chin Teoh chinteoh@gmail.com
Early Registration Fee (received by 4/15/07) $350.00
After 4/15/07 $400.00
Student Registration Fee $250.00
Teenagers (Ages 12 to 18 With Parental Consent) Free
Daily fee (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) $100.00
Daily student fee $65.00
*Please note financial assistance is available for those who present their need. The amount of assistance we can offer will depend upon our registration numbers; yet please do not hesitate to request financial assistance. No one should be prevented from attending the 2007 ADPCA conference because of financial limitations. Email Sarton Weinraub to request assistance: sartonw@aol.com
*Please note we encourage those who are able to contribute what you can to our financial assistance fund. Simply add on your scholarship donation to the total to be billed to your credit card.
Accommodations are unadorned student dormitory rooms located in residence halls near Washington Square Park. Bedrooms are typically in suites with two or three bedrooms. There is a bathroom within each suite that is shared by all residents of a suite. There are a limited number of single occupancy bedrooms available. All rooms are furnished with twin size beds, dressers, and desks. There is an overhead light in each room. Each residence hall is staffed by a full-time Residence Hall Operations Manager assisted by a staff of specially trained student employees. Each facility has 24 hour on-site security provided by officers from the New York University Department of Public Safety. All residents will receive a temporary ID card upon checking in. Residents will be required to present this ID card upon entry into the residence hall. Each residence hall has a reception desk, which serves as the primary contact point for information, check-in, check-out, maintenance concerns, messages, and emergencies. A packet of linen and bedding is provided to each resident at check-in. The linen packet includes a small towel, sheet set, pillow, and blanket. Laundry facilities (coin operated) are available for use by residents. NYU does not provide telephone, cable television or internet service to short-term residents. NYU does not provide toiletries to short-term residents. Residents are responsible for the daily upkeep of their own room. Cleaning service is not provided in occupied rooms. For more details go to http://www.nyu.edu/summer/housing/groups.php)
*Please note these costs are not fixed and may slightly increase in 2007.
*Please note New York City can be extremely hot and humid this time of year.
Shared Occupancy, Air-Conditioned ($45 per night per resident)
Single Occupancy, Air-Conditioned ($65 per night per resident)
Shared Occupancy, Non-Air-Conditioned ($35 per night per resident)
Single Occupancy, Non-Air-Conditioned ($35 per night per resident)
Continental breakfast will be served every morning (at the morning community meeting), as well as coffee, tea, and snacks, throughout the day. With the wide variety of world-class cuisine within walking distance, no additional meal service will be offered. However, “The Person-Centered Guide to New York City” will list a wide variety of eating possibilities that will be broken down by price and style of food.
Registration consists of the registration fee plus the total housing fee for each night you wish to stay at the NYU dorms. Therefore you pay us directly for the NYU dorms and you DO NOT PAY NYU FOR THE DORMS. Also, please note, every conference participant is automatically eligible to stay at the NYU dorms for up to three weeks including the time of the conference.
We encourage registration to be made by personal check (from United States bank accounts only) to avoid unnecessary bank and credit card charges.
Mail your check to the address below (payable to: Sarton Weinraub).
Additionally, please include the following information with your registration
and NYU dorm payment:
1.) Name/s of participant/s
2.) Mailing address/es of participant/s
3.) Phone contact for participant/s
4.) Email address for participant/s
5.) How many nights each participant will stay in the dorms including the total amount for the each night. For example, if you stay 4 nights in a double room with A/C you will need to pay $180 ($45 a night).
6.) The type of dorm room requested (i.e. single, double, A/C, non-A/C)
7.) Roommate requested
8.) Is the participant/s a member of the ADPCA
9.) Total amount paid
If you choose to use a major credit card please email your contact information (to sartonw@aol.com), include the information requested above, and, also include the following information:
1.) Name on the credit card
2.) The total amount to be charged
3.) Type of credit card
4.) Name of cardholder
5.) Card number
6.) Card expiration date
Registration can also be made by bank wire transfer (from both national and international bank accounts). If you choose to pay by bank wire transfer please also send me an email with the above requested registration information and tell me you have submitted a bank wire transfer (including the date you submitted the transfer).
Here is the necessary information:
Swift Code: CITIUS33
Routing Code: 021000089
Account Number: 9961082368
Name on Account: Sarton B. Weinraub
Please direct all questions or inquiries to:
Sarton Weinraub, Ph.D.
439 East 9th Street, Suite 6
New York, NY 10009
USA
212-989-6086