Studies on Psychotherapy
Roni Adini
Ph.D., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
My doctoral dissertation deals with the idea of mental movement in psychotherapy. I am interested in the development of the concept and in the way it is expressed in psychoanalytic writing, and in particular in its place as a dyadic change mechanism that predicts the results of treatment. The doctoral dissertation includes both theoretical-clinical observation and in-depth statistical research, based on a wide database collected from treatments that took place in a naturalistic environment, at the Bar-Ilan University Community Service Clinic. The aim of the study is to form a bridge between research, theory and practice, and to characterize the idea of movement as a key concept underlying mental health.
My doctoral dissertation deals with the idea of mental movement in psychotherapy. I am interested in the development of the concept and in the way it is expressed in psychoanalytic writing, and in particular in its place as a dyadic change mechanism that predicts the results of treatment. The doctoral dissertation includes both theoretical-clinical observation and in-depth statistical research, based on a wide database collected from treatments that took place in a naturalistic environment, at the Bar-Ilan University Community Service Clinic. The aim of the study is to form a bridge between research, theory and practice, and to characterize the idea of movement as a key concept underlying mental health.
Noa Melamud
Ph.D., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
- My research deals with moral judgment in the countertransference. The research aim is to conceptualize the phenomenon of moral judgment in the countertransference, while mapping its expressions, management strategies and implications.
The realm of morality and moral judgement, as well as that of countertransference, have been studied through many prisms. However, moral judgement within a therapeutic context has not been described or understood as a unique manifestation of countertransference (such as erotic countertransference, hate in the countertransference, etc.).
Because the filed has yet to be researched, and in order to allow for descriptive, theoretical and practical conclusions alike, the study is designed in mixed method, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. We hope the results may be used for further research and to enrich the training of therapists. - Noamelamud@gmail.com
Studies on Stress, Grief and Trauma
Esti Vega
Ph.D, Program for Gender Studies, Bar-Ilan University.
My research deals with sexual abuse in the ultra-Orthodox community, from the perspective of mothers. The study includes aspects of education for protection and coping with the consequences of sexual abuse, on their personal and social life.
In recent years, in the ultra-Orthodox community, there has been a certain increase in awareness of the need for a significant reference to the phenomenon, both in terms of education for the protected and in terms of the treatment of victims.
In order to learn about the phenomenon in-depth and its various aspects, I examine it from the perspective of mothers both in relation to their parental role and in relation to their experiences as women and as subjects.
My research deals with sexual abuse in the ultra-Orthodox community, from the perspective of mothers. The study includes aspects of education for protection and coping with the consequences of sexual abuse, on their personal and social life.
In recent years, in the ultra-Orthodox community, there has been a certain increase in awareness of the need for a significant reference to the phenomenon, both in terms of education for the protected and in terms of the treatment of victims.
In order to learn about the phenomenon in-depth and its various aspects, I examine it from the perspective of mothers both in relation to their parental role and in relation to their experiences as women and as subjects.
Naomi (Jaffe) Eini
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Ph.D., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
My doctoral research focuses on middle-aged people coping with the loss of their parents. "Death is a natural part of life" is a common reaction framing the passing of elderly parents as a normal part of the life course. This normative approach often conflicts with the loss experienced by the offspring, specifically by overlooking the impact on their physical and emotional functioning, and more precisely on behavior and self-awareness. This study examines the intersection between two areas of the life cycle – parental loss and middle age. Qualitative and quantitative research is used to understand the experience of parental loss among adults in their middle ages – the consequences, approaches to mourning, and coping skills. The importance of the present study lies in focusing on the 'natural', more common loss experience and particularly through a developmental prism that is a potential platform for personal change and growth. |
Lika Hatzir
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Ph.D., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
'm conducting a study under the supervision of Dr. Tamar Zilberg and Prof. Rivka Toval. I have been working as an educational psychologist more than 25 years, and as a family and couple therapist from 2014, both in public and private practice. My goal is to help children, adolescence, parents, and educators deal better with the difficulties of life and to facilitate well- being in educational and other organizational settings, as well as enhance the quality of life of children and youth. My study focuses on the factors associated to the well-being of teenagers (12-18) suffering from chronic illness (diabetes and life-threatening allergies). We will deal with dietary dependent chronic illness management, the mediating role of perceived parental support and type of motivation on adolescent's psychological and physiological well-being. the study will use combined method and will include questionnaires and in-depth interviews. |
Tamar Azulay
M.A., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
As part of my thesis, I am researching the psychological impacts of corona. Specifically, I focus on the impact of the existence of a previous illness on the way of coping and the level of distress during corona. I hope the results of this study would enrich the understanding of the far-reaching effects that corona had on our lives.
As part of my thesis, I am researching the psychological impacts of corona. Specifically, I focus on the impact of the existence of a previous illness on the way of coping and the level of distress during corona. I hope the results of this study would enrich the understanding of the far-reaching effects that corona had on our lives.
Mor Safyon
M.A., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
Within my thesis research I study the perceived relationship between trauma and addiction. Although there is substantial knowledge on the correlation between trauma and addiction among women, there is more to learn about the perspective of addicted women regarding the role of trauma, and about their needs when integrating trauma and addiction treatment. Therefore, using qualitative methods I study the role of trauma in the development, continuity and treatment of addiction from the perspective of women with addiction
Studies on Mental Health and Wellbeing among women
Ronit Argaman
Ph.D, Program for Gender Studies, Bar-Ilan University.
I have been working as certified sex therapist, trauma therapist, sex offending therapist and sex addiction therapist over 20 years. My goal is to help children, adolescence, adults and couples to deal better and in a positive and healthy way with their sexuality, sexual behavior and social and intimate relations.
My study focusses on the impact of sex addiction on the lives of couples in which one partner (the male) was / is sex addict. My research questions focus on the way, each partner, perceives their personal and couple lives are impacted from the sex addiction - pre- discovery, at time of discovery and post-discovery. Also, how cultural-social and gender perceptions impact the development of the addiction and its existence within the couple relationship. The study will use combined method and will include questionnaires and in-depth interviews.
I have been working as certified sex therapist, trauma therapist, sex offending therapist and sex addiction therapist over 20 years. My goal is to help children, adolescence, adults and couples to deal better and in a positive and healthy way with their sexuality, sexual behavior and social and intimate relations.
My study focusses on the impact of sex addiction on the lives of couples in which one partner (the male) was / is sex addict. My research questions focus on the way, each partner, perceives their personal and couple lives are impacted from the sex addiction - pre- discovery, at time of discovery and post-discovery. Also, how cultural-social and gender perceptions impact the development of the addiction and its existence within the couple relationship. The study will use combined method and will include questionnaires and in-depth interviews.
Hagar Lev Ari
Ph.D., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
- My doctoral research focuses on the challenges that occur when forming a therapeutic alliance in the treatment of patients with anorexia nervosa. Studies indicate a significant difficulty in forming a therapeutic alliance with those suffering from anorexia nervosa, as part of psychotherapeutic treatment. While therapeutic alliance is a significant predictor of treatment outcomes, and while anorexia nervosa treatment is characterized by low success rates, little is known about the variables that affect alliance strength and there is no dyadic or qualitative research on the subject. The aim of the study is to characterize the challenges as well as the variables associated with the formation of the therapeutic alliance.
Anat Raviv
Ph.D, Program for Gender Studies, Bar-Ilan University.
Many mothers, who live in Fiji Islands in the South Pacific, choose, or comply the family request to give their child (one or more) to another woman in the family for a substantial period (few months up to several years). During this time the mother does not give up her definition or her place as a mother and remains involved in the life of her child. This maternal model is defined in the research as ' motherhood by proxy'. It is a common phenomenon throughout the Pacific Islands and in the Fijian society. It is not socially condemned. The aim of the research is to understand deeply the subjective experience of these biological mothers from their standpoint and to describe how their motherhood is manifested. The study will examine the implications of releasing maternal practices from a specific mother and integrating them with another mother on the formation of a hybrid space containing the two mothers. Moreover, the influence of this space on the maternal identity and maternal subjectivity. The study will be based on a qualitative- feminist paradigm in an interpretive-phenomenological approach. I shall conduct semi-open interviews with 25 Fijian biological mothers who have given their child about their maternal experience. This maternal model will contribute to the academic discourse on the variety of maternal models that exist in different societies and for different women. It will challenge the prevailing norms of the Western world which emphasize centralist and intense motherhood.
Many mothers, who live in Fiji Islands in the South Pacific, choose, or comply the family request to give their child (one or more) to another woman in the family for a substantial period (few months up to several years). During this time the mother does not give up her definition or her place as a mother and remains involved in the life of her child. This maternal model is defined in the research as ' motherhood by proxy'. It is a common phenomenon throughout the Pacific Islands and in the Fijian society. It is not socially condemned. The aim of the research is to understand deeply the subjective experience of these biological mothers from their standpoint and to describe how their motherhood is manifested. The study will examine the implications of releasing maternal practices from a specific mother and integrating them with another mother on the formation of a hybrid space containing the two mothers. Moreover, the influence of this space on the maternal identity and maternal subjectivity. The study will be based on a qualitative- feminist paradigm in an interpretive-phenomenological approach. I shall conduct semi-open interviews with 25 Fijian biological mothers who have given their child about their maternal experience. This maternal model will contribute to the academic discourse on the variety of maternal models that exist in different societies and for different women. It will challenge the prevailing norms of the Western world which emphasize centralist and intense motherhood.
Linor Kagan
M.A., psychology department, Bar Ilan University.
Previous studies indicate that treatment for anorexia nervosa has low success rates. It is also known that a strong therapeutic alliance can contribute to the treatment and its results while building a strong therapeutic alliance with patients suffering from anorexia nervosa is problematic. There are mixed findings regarding the use of therapists' self-disclosure on the therapeutic alliance, with an indication that modular use of this technique can help strengthen the therapeutic relationship. However, further research is needed to understand the effects of therapists' self-disclosure on the therapeutic alliance with patients suffering from anorexia nervosa. Therefore, my research is focusing on the impacts of therapists' self-disclosure on the therapeutic relationship.
Previous studies indicate that treatment for anorexia nervosa has low success rates. It is also known that a strong therapeutic alliance can contribute to the treatment and its results while building a strong therapeutic alliance with patients suffering from anorexia nervosa is problematic. There are mixed findings regarding the use of therapists' self-disclosure on the therapeutic alliance, with an indication that modular use of this technique can help strengthen the therapeutic relationship. However, further research is needed to understand the effects of therapists' self-disclosure on the therapeutic alliance with patients suffering from anorexia nervosa. Therefore, my research is focusing on the impacts of therapists' self-disclosure on the therapeutic relationship.
