For evidence that the psychoanalytic lens can clarify much beyond the clinical scene, one need look no further than this month's roster of analytic happenings in our community. From cinema, to politics, to theater, to spirituality, a wide array of subjects will be examined from the analytic point of view.

Those seeking insight in their clinical work will also find much to enjoy in November, as critical issues like eating disorders, medication consultations, and pain management receive careful consideration at the hands of experienced clinicians. We encourage you to use our event listings as means to deepen your investment in the collaborative work of our community.

We hope you enjoy this month's issue, and we hope you'll join NCSPP to assist us in fostering a vibrant psychoanalytic community in Northern California.

This month I'd like to highlight two compelling and significant events happening in the coming weeks. Each addresses crucial community needs, each in a different way.

Nearly 20 percent of the soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan have acute Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. More than one million men and women have been deployed so far.

The term "blog" refers to a web-based journal wherein individuals offer up their personal experiences to anyone with a web browser.

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PSYCHOTHERAPY GROUP: For adults concerned about their alcohol use. Focus is on implementing individualized goals for change. Wed 6:00-7:30 PM in SF. Co-leaders: Jordana A. Templin, LCS 20773, (415) 255-9413, David A. Wasserman, PSY 11897, (415) 263-0980.

CASE CONFERENCE: Psychoanalytic case conference and study group. Friday afternoons in Oakland. Annie Sweetnam, (510) 428-2913.

EATING DISORDER CONSULTATION & READING GROUP: One Monday evening per month beginning October 2006, 7:30 to 9:00 PM. Location to be determined in the Penninsula/South Bay area. Individual sponsors: Ann Martini, LCSW, (408) 358-1862, and Jana Kahn, Ph.D., (650) 947-0262.

OFFICE SUBLET BERKELEY/ALBANY BORDER. Anytime except Tuesdays and Fridays after 1:00 pm. $200/full day, $100/half or weekend day. $500 minimum. Ground floor of beautiful, well-maintained building constructed especially for therapists. Sophisticated sound-proofing, call lights, separate therapist entrance, wheelchair accessible. Office newly painted and decorated. Large window looking onto nice landscaping. Naomi Low, Ph.D. at (415) 751-1170.