An Introduction To The Work Of W.R. Bion – Online Seminar

with Simon Good, psychoanalytic psychotherapist

Psychoanalysis seen through the Bion’s eyes is a radical departure from all conceptualisations which preceded him. We have not the slightest hesitation in saying that he is the deepest thinker within psychoanalysis, and this statement does not exclude Freud. (Symington & Symington, 1996,p. xii)

Several of the primary ideas covered in Bion’s writings will be the subject of this seminar series. The theory and practice of classical analysis were profoundly illuminated by Bion. For Bion, truth is more important than theory when it comes to being a therapist. He thought that the therapist’s journey towards authenticity never ends. Meeting the Bion, who has been characterised as mystic, visionary, and genius, is the goal of the seminars. These days, Bion has a significant impact on contemporary analytical thought throughout the psychotherapy world.

Course Objective
The primary aim of this lecture series is to engage participants with the foundational ideas of Wilfred Bion. Through an in-depth exploration of his key theoretical contributions, the course will provide a comprehensive understanding of his psychoanalytic framework. Core concepts to be studied include:

• The Theory of Thinking
• The Grid
• The Language of Achievement
• Reverie
• Truth and O
• Container-Contained
• Dreaming
• Being

Participants will be encouraged to critically reflect on these concepts and consider their relevance to clinical practice and contemporary psychoanalytic thought.

DETAILS

Starts:Wednesday, 14th January 2026

Meetings: Once every fortnight – 90 minute session – Total 15 Sessions

Groups: Wednesday’s 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Capacity: Group size maximum of 8

Location: Online via Zoom

All reading material provided by email

Fees: £600 for the year 15 fortnightly groups.

Deposit: £200 deposit required to secure a place.

To Join: Please Contact Alice on 020 8367 2333 or Email info@enfieldcounselling.co.uk by January 10th, 2026