You are invited to join us at our monthly breakfast program:
Insights into Affairs and Their Impact on the Divorcing and Co-Parenting Process
Presented by Tamsen Thorpe, PhD; Sharon Ryan Montgomery, PsyD; Marcy Pasternak, PhD
Dr. Thorpe and Dr. Montgomery both practice in Morristown, NJ, and Dr. Pasternak practices in Watchung, NJ. All three specialize in matters of family law, and counseling children, couples, and families going through transitions such as divorce.
As mental health professionals we know how difficult it can be to assist individuals and families negotiating the divorce process, especially when children are involved. One of the most inflammatory factors that we encounter is when there has been infidelity. It is helpful to understand the dynamics of affairs and the negative consequences that may ensue. Providing early psychoeducation and effective interventions can be crucial to the outcome of these complex matters. Specifically shifting the self-focus that involved adults often have, onto the welfare and best interests of their children can make a critical difference.
Learning Objectives Participants will be able to:
1. Identify trends and types of affairs.
2. Describe the impact of affairs on adults, and how they challenge the divorce process.
3. Detail the effects on children, and how to soften the repercussions.
This program is intended for psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and graduate students. It will be presented at an intermediate level, meant for those with some prior knowledge of the subject matter. The presenters receive no commercial support and report no conflict of interest regarding this presentation.
When: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Saint Elizabeth University
2 Convent Rd.
The Conference Room in St. Joseph’s Hall
Morristown, NJ 07960
St Elizabeths University Map.pdf
Cost: MCPA member (Zoom or in person) with breakfast buffet $24
Non-member (Zoom or in person) with breakfast buffet $29
Students (Zoom or in person) with breakfast buffet $15
** PLEASE MAKE SURE TO CORRECTLY CHOOSE ZOOM OR IN PERSON **
The breakfast will be from 8:30-900am. providing a chance to network with colleagues and students. The presentation will follow from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Payments may be made at the door by check (made out to MCPA) or with cash, if you did not pay online.
Please register online by Monday, January 8th, 2024 www.mcpanj.com. If you have questions or prefer not to register online, please contact Sarah Dougherty at Sarah@doughertypsyd.com or 973-539-6677.
Americans with Disabilities Act: This location is ADA accessible. For accommodations, please make requests at least 14 days prior to the event: Sarah Dougherty at Sarah@doughertypsyd.com or 973-539-6677.
1.5 CE Credits Available
This program is co-sponsored by NJPA and the Morris County Psychological Association. NJPA is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. NJPA maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The program is approved for 1.5 CE credits. The cost of a CE Certificate is $15 for NJPA members, $25 for non-members, and free for sustaining members.
Refunds will be granted (less administrative fees) for cancellations received at least 24 hours prior to event start time.