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  • Author:

    Michael Alcée, Ph.D.

  • Level: 

    Foundational

  • Credits

    1

  • Video

    1 hour

Therapeutic Improv

In this episode, Dr. Michael Alcée—psychologist, educator, and author—joins Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner to explore the innovative concept of therapeutic improvisation. Drawing from his background in jazz, literature, and psychotherapy, Dr. Alcée presents therapy as a dynamic art form that integrates spontaneity, structure, and emotional nuance. Through metaphors such as the therapist as a jazz musician or conductor, the conversation highlights the value of curiosity, flexibility, and co-creation in clinical work. Listeners gain practical insights into how improvisation can deepen emotional attunement, foster creativity, and enhance therapeutic engagement. This episode is particularly valuable for experienced clinicians and educators seeking to expand their clinical expertise.

Course Objectives:

1. Apply improvisational techniques to enhance clinical presence, emotional attunement, and client connection.
2. Evaluate the role of metaphor and narrative in supporting client insight and meaning-making. 
3. Analyze the integration of artistic and scientific approaches in psychotherapy and their impact on treatment outcomes.
4. Formulate strategies that incorporate emotional, relational, and creative improvisation for use with complex clinical presentations.

Michael Alcée, Ph.D.

Michael Alcée, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice and a mental health educator at the Manhattan School of Music. Drawing from his background in jazz, literature, and psychotherapy, he brings a creative lens to clinical work, emphasizing curiosity, spontaneity, and expressive depth. He is the author of Therapeutic Improvisation and a regular contributor to Psychology Today, where he explores the intersection of creativity and clinical practice.
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Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to offer continuing professional development (CPDs) for school psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
Other mental health and education professionals are welcome to attend our webinars, workshops, and courses. Participants will receive a continuing education certificate upon completion. We encourage individuals to consult their respective licensing or accrediting boards to determine eligibility for continuing education credit within their professional field.

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