Title: Psychoanalyst
Location: Columbia, Missouri, United States
Ellie Ragland, academic and psychoanalyst, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Educators for dedication, achievements, and leadership in mental health and education.
Dr. Ragland’s extensive career in academia and psychoanalysis spans over five decades and is distinguished by her unwavering commitment to scholarly excellence and clinical expertise. Having earned her doctoral degree in French Literature from the University of Michigan in 1972, she commenced her illustrious journey as a professor within the French department at the institution, a role she held until 1989. During this tenure, her academic pursuits led her to the University of Paris, where she delved into the realm of psychoanalysis. Subsequently, in 1994, she transitioned to the field of psychoanalytic theory, assuming a teaching position within the Department of Psychoanalysis at the University of Paris.
Following her tenure at the University of Paris, Dr. Ragland returned to the United States, where she assumed the role of professor emerita in the English Department at the University of Missouri from 1989 to 2014. Notably, her leadership and vision were instrumental in the merger of the English and French departments at the university, fostering greater interdisciplinary collaboration and diversity in faculty recruitment. In 2009, she embarked on a new chapter in her career, establishing a private practice as a psychoanalyst. Drawing upon her extensive background in literature and psychoanalytic theory, she provides compassionate and insightful care to her patients, earning a reputation for her holistic approach to mental health.
Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Ragland has authored 10 books and penned over 100 articles, solidifying her status as a leading authority in psychoanalytic scholarship. Her seminal work, “Jacques Lacan and the Philosophy of Psychoanalysis,” published in 1987, garnered international acclaim for its incisive analysis of Lacanian theory. Additionally, her 2004 publication, “The Logic of Sexuation: From Aristotle to Lacan,” continues to influence scholarly discourse on gender and sexuality.
Driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a deep-seated passion for advancing psychoanalytic theory and practice, Dr. Ragland continues to inspire generations of scholars, clinicians, and advocates in her field. As she embarks on the next phase of her journey, she remains steadfast in her commitment to fostering dialogue, challenging conventions, and advocating for a more humane and inclusive approach to mental health care.
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