ISTDP Training Testimonials

"I have been having supervision with Johannes for almost 2 years following completion of ISTDP core training. His supervision of my work is both challenging and supportive-highlighting what is working and why and how I can improve. He helps me truly understand the function of the intervention as well as always highlighting the transference and alliance. I have also been lucky enough to attend a full days training with Johannes and watching him work is inspiring and has immediately changed my clinical practice as he has a very unique gift in helping you deeply understand the complexities of ISTDP. I cannot recommend Johannes as a teacher and mentor highly enough and hope I am lucky enough to learn from him for many years ahead. "

- Dr. Gali Lawrence

Senior Clinical Psychologist

Julie Cochrane, M Clin Psych

"Johannes Ermagan has delivered a number of trainings in ISTDP to Australia and New Zealand. His style is warm and engaging. His teaching is clear and informative, and invaluable for a therapist wishing to learn the finer details of applying the technique of ISTDP. It is evident that Johannes not only cares deeply about his patients, but also about the therapists who are seeking to learn and broaden their skills and knowledge. We consistently get very positive feedback about Johannes' trainings. Furthermore, it has been a great pleasure to collaborate with Johannes on international trainings, and to benefit from his care and precision in teaching ISTDP. His enthusiasm, compassion and focus, make working with Johannes a pleasure."

Jon Frederickson, MSW

"Having seen Johannes' therapy and supervision work over many years, I can assure you that you are in very good hands.

He is a skilled trainer and supervisor who, unlike most supervisors, has attended a training for trainers and supervisors that lasted three years."

Sweeney Young, Clin. Psychh

"I have received individual supervision with Johannes for a few years now after having attended one of his workshops - I find his teachings enjoyable, enlightening, and practically useful - not only have I learned great techniques that have helped me get unstuck with clients, I have been expanded my way of thinking about human suffering and recovery. I very highly recommend Johannes as a teacher."

Rodrigo Ponces Coelho, Psych

"I think Johannes’ greatest strength as a trainer is his ability to build a close relationship with the training group while at the same time maintaining a highly professional and competent sense of his role. As I write this, it might sound like what any trainer should do, but from my experience it is actually harder than it seems. This quality makes it possible to navigate very sensitive moments with ease, since showing our work as therapists can feel quite vulnerable. On top of that, I truly appreciate the clarity of his clinical thinking. He often takes the time to explain both his reasoning and ours more than once, and he encourages us to revise and deepen our own understanding."