Welcome to the Northern Virginia
Association for Psychological Type (NoVA APT)
The Association for Psychological Type (APT) is a membership organization for individuals interested in psychological type and its application. Its mission is to promote the knowledge of psychological type - and, thereby, growth for individuals and groups.
The Northern Virginia Chapter of APT was founded to connect people with an interest in psychological type within the Greater Washington DC area. We hold evening events in Fairfax, VA approximately once a quarter (four times a year). This webpage includes the following information:
- Notices of upcoming and past events, so you can see what NoVA APT has to offer
- Links to contributors that continue to support our work
To sign up for our event invitations, send an e-mail to NoVA APT at novaapt@yahoo.com.
Event Listing
Events are generally held in the evenings at OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates), located at the intersection of Rt. 50/29 and Rt. 123 in Fairfax, VA. Click here for a map. Registration begins at 6:30 PM, with events generally running from 7-9 PM.
Upcoming Events
Please visit in early January 2009 for upcoming events!
Past Events
How to Speak ‘Type’ to the Rest of the World - November 13, 2008
Presenter: Alan Klein
How often have you wanted to address the issue of type, but knew the group would not have the opportunity to take the MBTI? While one-to-one interviews can address this concern with individuals, it is more difficult to get a group engaged experientially without data from the MBTI instrument. OKA Associate Alan Klein will engage us in discussing using MBTI concepts with groups of people without the need for taking the MBTI and will demonstrate a model for doing so. Registration begins at 6:30 PM, with event running from 7-9 PM.
Me and My Shadow - August 15, 2008
Presenter: Otto Kroeger
During times of stress, we all have been caught "in the grip", trying to work with the shadow side of ourselves. In this half-day session, Otto Kroeger, founder of OKA, talked about this critical topic in today's hurried world.
Finding Typological Balance - 29 May 2008
Presenter: Hile Rutledge, OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates)
At the core of type theory are perception (data gathering) and judgment (decision making). Balancing these powerful and essential mental functions is a core element of self-management. Too much judgment leads to rigidity and prejudice while too much perception leads to inaction and procrastination. Success in any endeavor demands these forces be balanced. In this session, Hile Rutledge (Chief Executive Officer of OKA) led the group through the challenges of balance: how to understand it, how to diagnose imbalance and the actions that can bring about greater balance.
Helping Leaders Excel in Every Phase of the Business Life Cycle - March 19, 2008
Presenter: Dr. Mary Burner Lippitt, Enterprise Management Limited
What is required of leaders changes based on the organization life cycle and external circumstances. How can leaders select the right actions at the right time? How can a leader develop the ability to manage the full range of priorities needed to achieve results, avoid stagnation and position the organization for the future? This practical workshop: reviewed the six stages of the business life cycle and the corresponding driving priorities; explored applications of the framework that lead to improved results; discussed how knowledge of your client’s priorities could help you become a more effective coach or consultant.
Type & Project Management - October 3, 2006
Presenter: Jennifer Tucker, OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates)
Many of us with interest in psychological type and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (R) Assessment are also either project managers or work with these professionals. This workshop explores the influence of type on project management styles and practices. First, we introduce the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), a popular framework guiding the work of many project managers. Next, we review some of the common challenges that project managers experience in translating that knowledge into action - evidenced by the common problems that lead to project failures. Third, we explore how psychological type might serve as a useful tool for trainers and organization development professionals wishing to work with with project management teams in addressing these challenges and problems.
Type & Your Significant Other! - August 9, 2006
Presenter: Lynne Garvey Wark
There is no relationship more powerful or more meaningful than the one we share with our spouse or significant other. Use of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is an invaluable tool in understanding how we think, act and re-act in our intimate relationships. This session will focus on the characteristics of the 16 different types and the subsequent "chemistry" that develops when lust and love turn to life and loyalty. Through lecturette, case study & role play, we will review real-life themes of type and "shadow types."
Archetypes & the Hero Within - April 18, 2006
Presenter: Carol Pearson
Whether we know it or not, most of us are living some version of the great universal stories psychiatrist C. G. Jung identified as mythic or archetypal. When we understand what stories we are living, we are better able to gain their gifts, so that our lives are more satisfying and we are more successful. You may attend this workshop to discover how better-as a friend, parent, psychologist, coach, or supervisor-- to assist others on their journeys or to better understand the dynamics of a group or organization . Or you may want to attend to give yourself some needed R&R, time that allows you to focus on maximizing your own life and potential. Either way, join us for what is sure to be an enjoyable as well as edifying evening.
Type & Spirituality - February 21, 2006
Presenter: Chaplain Maury Stout
Link to Presentation (PDF Format)
Type and spirituality have been intertwined since the origins of type with C.G. Jung and the MBTI with Isabel Briggs Myers and her mother Katharine Cook Briggs. In the journey from religious belief to spiritual awareness that has become a paradigm for many in our society, the Myers-Briggs serves as an entry level tool for self-awareness and is often revisited for substantive insights as the odyssey continues at deeper and higher levels. This time together will focus on various trajectories in the human development field that incorporate the MBTI with an intentional spiritual path. Participants are encouraged to bring their own insights, tools and practices as we dialogue in a substantive way about this important blending.
Type Dynamics Holiday Wine & Cheese - December 6, 2005
Presented by Hile Rutledge, OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates)
The gold of Jung’s theory is in the dynamic relationship that exists between all of the functions – S, N, T and F – within each one of us. The struggle is cutting through the complexity to result in a useful tool for better understanding ourselves, and for interacting with others. This workshop provides an overview of type dynamics and its application.
SOMATICS - Embodied Leadership Presence - October 11, 2005
Presented by Mark Mooney, Strozzi Institute
Somatic comes from the word soma, which means life of the body in its fullness. The practices work on a level of embodiment that includes our narratives, moods and emotions, and sensation in the body. Those that have a mastery of self and an embodied leadership presence are the most successful. We will begin our time together with a short conversation about Somatics and leadership. Then, using Strozzi Institute’s somatic methodology, we will explore several experiential practices. We will focus on embodied leadership presence including centered presence, extending presence to others, and listening through presence. These are practices that contribute to mastery of the self.
MBTI & Get R.E.A.L. - September 12, 2005
Presented by Suzanne Rittenhouse & Jean Porto
Come experience getR.E.A.L. (Reality-based Experiential Adult Learning) activities! All of the activities are done inside, can be taken back to the teams you work with, are problem solving in nature & will involve every member of the group. The underlying philosophy is to challenge people to step out of their “comfort zone” and challenge their assumptions. We incorporate the philosophy of encouraging individuals to take risks and learn new skills and behaviors while remaining in the safety of the learning group established with the skills of the facilitator(s). Additional value is gained by debriefing the exercises using the framework of the MBTI and/or other OD tools. The debriefings will focus on team building, increasing team performance by working together, communication, and change. This provides deeper integration of the learnings from MBTI with the experiential nature of the getR.E.A.L. experience. All of this is done to set the stage in preparing a team for the challenges and changes facing them in their own organization.
Sweat Success - April 5, 2005
Presented by Suzanne Brue
Sweat Success presents a personality centered approach to describing exercise preferences. Drawing on the personality types of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Sweat Success describes successful approaches to exercise and physical activity for each of the sixteen types. When it comes to physical activity, there's truth in the old adage, "Different Stokes for Different Folks." Extensively researched by MBTI® expert Suzanne Brue, this program will provide interesting data, descriptions, and examples that demonstrate the important connection between personality and preferred approaches to physical activity.
One Day Conference - Making a Difference In Organizations - October 2, 2004
Multiple Presenters
The Northeast APT Region invites you to spend a day with senior level leaders who are successfully applying type in organizations and the leading type experts who advise them. Among the presenters will be Leona Hass, Bob Cuddy, Otto Kroeger, and Paul Tieger. There will also be a panel of business leaders; Todd Wilhelm, Senior Manager for Employee Strategy at Discover Financial Services, Nordahl Brue, Lawyer/Entrepreneur/ Board Chair and Member, and Jennifer Tucker, Senior Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton. (moderated by Hile Rutledge)
An Evening with Otto Kroeger - April 7, 2004
Presented by Otto Kroeger, OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates)
An evening workshop with Otto Kroeger. Otto discusses his research using the MBTI Form G unscored items - this work has yielded valuable insights related to issues of authority, self-esteem, temper and other factors.
Reversal Theory and the Apter Motivational Style Profile (AMSP) - June 17, 2003
Presented by Hile Rutledge, OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates)
An introduction to an exciting new theory and instrument - Reversal Theory and the Apter Motivational Style Profile (AMSP)! One of the most significant psychological theories to emerge in the last forty years, Reversal Theory is a grand theory of personality, motivation and emotion that contradicts traditional psychological assessments by emphasizing changeability and inconsistency of behavior.
Type & Loss - February 4, 2003
Presented by Lewis Tagliaferre
An evening workshop on "Type and Loss." More serious than past events, this session focuses upon the influence of personality type on the grieving process following a death or loss. Presenter: Lewis Tagliaferre, coauthor of the book "Recovery from Loss." It is the only known work that applies MBTI to this difficult subject. His presentation includes lecture, discussion, and type interaction.
Conflict & The Jungian Functions - October 5, 2002
Presented by Leona Haas
A workshop on "Conflict and the Jungian Functions" with Leona Haas.
Type & Money Part 2 - June 10, 2002
Type & Money Part 1 - March 18, 2002
Presented by Ray Linder
Two-event series "Type & Money." Presented by Ray Linder (MBA and Author of "What Will I Do with My Money"), this series focuses on how types tick when it comes to finances.
Type & Leadership - Hollywood Style Part 2 - January 22, 2002
Type & Leadership - Hollywood Style Part 1- November 19, 2001
Presented by Hile Rutledge, OKA
Each of the sixteen Types has a distinct take on leadership—its challenges, its requirements, and its benefits. This session goes beyond abstract & hypothetical descriptions of Types & Temperaments to show video examples of leadership in action. The aim: to display, identify & discuss the leadership style and profile of the 16 types.
Type at the Movies Typewatching Part 2 - September 10, 2001
Type at the Movies Typewatching Part 1 - June 26, 2001
Presented by Hile Rutledge, OKA
Our kickoff series, these sessions were designed to explore typewatching in action, using a variety of movie clips to help viewers recognize the different types in action on the silver screen.
Contributors
Association for Psychological Type (APT) - APT promotes the practical application and ethical use of psychological type by linking members and others interested in type with opportunities for continuous learning, sharing experience, and creating understanding and knowledge through research. APT also provides start-up support to local chapters such as NoVA APT.
OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates) - Located in Fairfax, VA, OKA is a consulting and training small business focusing on the growth and development of organizations, teams, and individuals. OKA provides the chapter with space for both Steering Committee meetings and full events; and OKA leaders frequently speak for NoVA APT events.
Contact NoVA APT at novaapt@yahoo.com
Page Last Updated:
November 18, 2008