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Book promotion: Pedophilia and sexual violence against children
Dear colleagues, respected partners and friends, we invite you to the promotion of the book “Pedophilia and Sexual Violence Against Children”, authored and edited by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sc. Goran Arbanas, a prominent expert in the fields of psychiatry, forensics and psychotherapy. Assoc. will participate in the presentation of the book. Ph.D. Aleksandar Savić, author Continue reading
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Understanding sexuality in psychotherapy practice: From sensitivity to competence through a bio-psycho-social and humanistic framework
Module within the specialist program of sexual health, therapy and counseling How do we recognize ourselves, personal attitudes, and others through sexuality?How do we understand and support a client’s sexual identity when it does not fit into social norms?How do we therapeutically respond to the shame, guilt, anxiety, and myths that shape sexual expression?And where Continue reading
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News that confirms quality: BHIDAPA Academy continues its development
It is with great pleasure that we welcome the representative of the TAC (Training Accreditation Committee) at the EAP (European Association for Psychotherapy), esteemed colleague and expert Dr. Joseph Knobel Freud, who will visit us in Sarajevo from June 6 to 9, 2025, on the occasion of the evaluation for the second EAPTI (European Accreditation Continue reading
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Another dynamic and inspiring weekend at the BHIDAPA Academy of Psychotherapy
At BHIDAPA Academy, this weekend was also filled with intense learning, deep reflections and joint growth.This time we had the privilege of learning about partner therapy under the expert guidance of prof. Ph.D. Nevene Čalovska Hercog. The partnership relationship, as one of the rare relationships that we consciously choose, carries enormous strength, but also complexity. Continue reading
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When practice refines theory, and theory refines practice – Pedagogy students visit the Academy of Psychotherapy
A group of students from the Department of Pedagogy, with two majors – General Pedagogy and Special Pedagogy, visited the Academy of Psychotherapy on 9. 4. 2025. The visit was organized as part of the Adult Education class with several goals: experiential learning about the possibilities offered by field teaching, experiencing the quality of work Continue reading
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Historical development of BHIDAPA – from its foundation to the Academy of Psychotherapy
A brief overview of key events and milestones Continue reading
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Intensive weekend of educational programs at the BHIDAPA Academy of Psychotherapy
BHIDAPA Academy of Psychotherapy is pleased to announce a weekend of intensive educational programs, during which four educational programs in the field of integrative psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and sexual health will be realized simultaneously. This is an opportunity that allows male and female educators to improve their knowledge and skills with the support Continue reading
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BHIDAPA-EAPTI attended the EAP Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Vienna
From March 13 to 15, 2025, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and a series of committee meetings of the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP) were held at the Sigmund Freud University in Vienna. It is a great honor for us that our institute BHIDAPA-EAPTI was invited and actively participated in this important event. Mirela Badurina, Continue reading
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AI in mental health? Patients and clients still choose human support!
In an era of rapid technological advancement, the question arises: Can AI replace human warmth and understanding in mental health? The latest research published in the Croatian Medical Journal reveals that while AI chatbots like ChatGPT can provide accurate and expertly aligned information, patients and clients still prefer a human relationship with mental health professionals. Continue reading
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Ceremonial opening of BHIDAPA – Academy for Psychotherapy – New chapters in the development of education in psychotherapy and mental health!
February 14, 2025. It is with joy and gratitude that we share the news that on February 14, 2025, the BHIDAPA Academy of Psychotherapy, dedicated to education, professional and personal development and improvement of psychotherapy practice in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Region, was officially opened. THE OPENING CEREMONY brought together scientists, experts, university professors, Continue reading