Prof Gill Straker is a therapist, supervisor, teacher, and mentor, both in private practice and in psychotherapy institutes. She is familiar with diverse psychoanalytic approaches, including relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy and Lacanian and Winnicottian sensibilities. She has more than 30 years of experience in the field, is the co-author of two books, Faces in the Revolution, and The Talking Cure, and is the author of numerous international publications on diverse topics including: continuous traumatic stress, whiteness and race, integrating African and Western healing practices, integrating cognitive and psychodynamic thinking, gender and sexuality, and engaging Lacan. Her collegial and friendship networks span many diverse countries with an enriching and deepening effect.
Rachael Burton is a psychologist and supervisor with 15 years experience in the field as both an individual and group therapist. She completed a Master of Research in Psychology, which comprised a thesis exploring the concept and influence of gender. She enjoys connecting with others and engaging in the development of psychoanalytic thinking and creative pursuits. She is drawn to psychoanalysis and the relational approach. She finds these give shape and meaning to experiences in life, and offer a deeper understanding and connection with self, others and the world at large.
Dr Andrew Geeves is a therapist, supervisor, teacher and researcher working across private practice, hospital and tertiary education settings. His path to engaging with relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy began with an introduction to classical psychoanalytic theory during his undergraduate years. It has since involved completing a PhD exploring the experience of music performance for professional musicians and becoming registered as a clinical psychologist. He continues to seek connection with relational psychoanalytic peers, supervisors and thinkers around the world. He is a candidate of the Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis at NYU.