In person and via live Zoom

Juliet Mitchell FBA is an author, psychoanalyst, socialist feminist and emeritus professor whose work has changed the landscape of both feminist thought and psychoanalytic theory, and remained at the heart of critical thinking for over 50 years. In her most recent book, Fratriarcy: the Sibling Trauma and the Law of the Mother, she juxtaposes Fratriarchy with Patriarchy exemplified by Freud’s notion of a female Oedipus complex.

This groundbreaking conference delves into the intricate complexities of womanhood, challenging traditional perspectives and sparking vital conversations.

The radical transformation of womanhood has progressed in recent decades, impacting not only how women perceive themselves but also how society views them, raising profound questions about female identity. This conference explores the intricate landscape of female psychosexual development, exploring Freud’s classical psychoanalytic theories on the Oedipus complex, the shift from clitoral to vaginal focus, and the girl’s desire for the father, and its applications to everyday clinical practice for therapists and analysts who are working with individuals, couples and families.

General weekend schedule:
Friday 9:30am – 6:30 pm US ET
Saturday 9:30am – 6:30pm US ET
Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm US ET