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Founded in 1987 in New York City, our Institute provides clinical training and educational seminars in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy through various courses of study in addition to events for the public.

IPSS VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

Thursday March 20, 2025 • 7:30pm-9:30pm EST

IPSS VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

Thursday March 20, 2025 • 7:30pm-9:30pm EST

A Rigorous Program

The clinical focus in all IPSS classes enables graduates to understand and effectively approach the challenging array of cases encountered in private practice.

A Community of Colleagues

By focusing on individualized growth, we enable candidates to find their own voices as psychoanalytic professionals. Come join our conversation!

A Rigorous Program

The clinical focus in all IPSS classes enables graduates to understand and effectively approach the challenging array of cases encountered in private practice.

A Lifelong Community

By focusing on individualized growth, we enable candidates to find their own voices as psychoanalytic professionals. Come join our conversation!

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Explore Training Programs

Four-Year Psychoanalytic
Training Program

Over four years, candidates achieve 200 hours of supervised clinical practice, produce a publishable paper with faculty support, and earn a certificate in psychoanalysis.

Advanced Psychoanalytic
Studies Program

A one-year program for experienced clinicians who are ready to take their practice to a new level.

Foundations of Psychoanalysis

Participants can deepen their knowledge of contemporary psychoanalysis in this 1-year, online intensive program.

Explorations in Psychoanalysis

Presentations and group discussions scheduled throughout the year, open to candidates as well as the general public.

Founding Faculty

George Atwood
James Fosshage

George Atwood, Ph.D.

Bernard Brandchaft, M.D.
in memoriam

Robert Stolorow, Ph.D.

Frank Lachmann, Ph.D.

Beatrice Beebe, Ph.D.

Jim Fosshage, Ph.D.

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Member Portal

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Join our Dialogue.

Founded in 1987 in New York City, our Institute provides clinical training and educational seminars in psychoanalysis through various courses of study in addition to events for the public.

A Rigorous Program

The clinical focus in all IPSS classes enables graduates to understand and effectively approach the challenging array of cases encountered in private practice.

A Community of Colleagues

By focusing on individualized growth, we enable candidates to find their own voices as psychoanalytic professionals. Come join our conversation!

Explore Training Programs

Four-Year Psychoanalytic
Training Program

Over four years, candidates achieve 200 hours of supervised clinical practice, produce a publishable paper with faculty support, and earn a certificate in psychoanalysis.

Foundations of Psychoanalysis

Participants can deepen their knowledge of contemporary psychoanalysis in this 1-year, online intensive program.

Advanced Psychoanalytic
Studies Program

A one-year program for experienced clinicians who are ready to take their practice to a new level.

Explorations in Psychoanalysis

Presentations and group discussions scheduled throughout the year, open to candidates as well as the general public.

Founding Faculty

Stay Informed

Stay in touch with us for the latest events, community news, program updates, and more.

Member Portal

Students and alumni can sign in below to access resources

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