 All programs will be held at the Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute
Cost: $10 per person per session - All guests must register
Coffee and dessert will be served.
What does it mean to be a man today? Social change, cultural shifts, and evolving expectations have reshaped how boys and men understand identity, relationships, work, school and emotional life. This three-part program explores contemporary masculinity through expert insight, cultural analysis, and open dialogue, offering participants multiple perspectives and opportunities for reflection.
Designed for mental health professionals, educators, parents, and anyone interested in understanding the pressures and possibilities facing men and boys today. The series invites thoughtful engagement rather than easy answers.
Part 2: The Association for Psychoanalytic Thought, will provide a viewing and discussion of
the third episode of the series, “Adolescence.”
It is recommended that attendees view the four-part series “Adolescence,” prior to the meeting.
 Karl Stukenberg, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst; professor of psychology, Xavier University; faculty member, Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute.
 Larry Jost, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of Philosophy, University of Cincinnati.
 Ginger Kuhn, B.A., past president and current board member of the Association for Psychoanalytic Thought; consultant, U.S. Department of Energy (retired).
Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 - In person ONLY - All guests must register
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm.
Where: Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute 3001 Highland Ave., Suite C, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Cost: $10.00 - Cancellation Policy - must notify CPI 2 days before event.
Discussants: Karl Stukenberg, Ph.D, Larry Jost, Ph.D. and Ginger Kuhn, B.A.
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Part 3: The concluding program brings together a panel of speakers with diverse backgrounds, training and viewpoints.
Panelists will offer their perspectives on current issues and challenges to boys and men.
 Jennifer Johnson, M.A, LPC, is a Cincinnati Children’s Hospital school-based therapist. She has extensive experience and training utilizing therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. She is also a certified leader for the Strengthening Families Program and is trained in Assessing and Managing Risk for Direct Care Staff Working in Outpatient and Behavioral Health Care Settings.
 Eric J. Hollie, MSW, LISW-S, is a Licensed Supervising Independent Social Worker in the state of Ohio. He is the founder, owner & lead therapist for Speak Life Counseling Services, located in the city of Springdale, OH, and has nearly 30 years of social work and therapy experience with various populations.
 Carina Behrens, M.D., is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who has completed the Advanced Psychotherapy Program at the Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute. Dr. Behrens' areas of expertise include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and ADHD.
 Michael Rootman, LISW, is a psychotherapist in private practice specializing in work with families and adolescents. He completed his Advanced Psychodynamic Psychotherapy training at the Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute. Before entering private practice, he spent ten years as a high school teacher and coach.
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026 - In person ONLY
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
Where: Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute 3001 Highland Ave., Suite C, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Cost: $10.00 - Cancellation Policy - must notify CPI 2 days before event.
Panelists: Eric J. Hollie, M.S.W., LISW-S, Jennifer Johnson, M.A., LPC, and Carina Behrens, M.D.
Moderator: Michael Rootman, LISW
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The CPI committee’s members are Deborah Smith Blackmer, Norman Finkelstein, Sandy Kohn, Susan Marrs, and Loan Vo.
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