Dr. Frank M. Lachmann, PhD, Psychologist
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Dr. Frank M. Lachmann, PhD

Psychologist | Clinical

Retired New York NY, 10024

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Dr. Frank Lachmann is a psychologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Lachmann specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Lachmann evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Lachmann because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.

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Faculty Titles & Positions

  • founding faculty member Institute for the Psychoanalytic Study of Subjectivity -
  • Training and Supervising Analyst at the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health NYU Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis -
  • Clinical Assistant Professor NYU Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis -

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Leaving an Indelible Mark on Psychoanalysis and the Human Mind

New York, New York - After more than four decades of dedicated service in the field of clinical psychology, Dr. Frank M. Lachmann has announced his retirement. Dr. Lachmann has been a prominent figure in the world of psychoanalysis, leaving a lasting impact through his extensive contributions to research, teaching, and clinical practice.

During his illustrious career, Dr. Lachmann held key positions at prestigious institutions, including serving as a founding faculty member of the Institute for the Psychoanalytic Study of Subjectivity. His expertise was further recognized through his role as a Training and Supervising Analyst at the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health and as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the NYU Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis.

A prolific writer and scholar, Dr. Lachmann has authored and co-authored numerous groundbreaking publications that have significantly advanced the field of psychoanalysis. His work includes over 150 articles in esteemed journals, as well as several influential books such as The Self-Restorative Power of Music: A Psychological Perspective; Transforming Narcissism: Reflections on Empathy, Humor, and Expectations; Transforming Aggression: Psychotherapy with the Difficult-to-Treat Patient; and A Spirit of Inquiry: Communication in Psychoanalysis.

Among his notable collaborations, Dr. Lachmann co-authored Enlivening the Self: The First Year, Clinical Enrichment, and the Wandering Mind; The Origins of Attachment: Infant Research and Adult Treatment; Psychoanalysis and Motivational Systems: A New Look; Infant Research and Adult Treatment: Co-constructing Interactions; and Narrative and Meaning: The Foundation of Mind, Creativity, and the Psychoanalytic Dialogue. His insightful contributions have shed light on complex psychological phenomena, influencing generations of practitioners and researchers in the field.

Reflecting on his remarkable career, Dr. Frank M. Lachmann expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of psychoanalysis and the understanding of human behavior. He emphasized the importance of empathy, humor, and curiosity in transforming challenging clinical cases, leaving a legacy of compassion and intellectual rigor for future generations to build upon.

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