Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
Contemporary and classical theory with our psychoanalytic psychotherapy training certificate program in New York on Long Island is a perfect way to expand your knowledge and your practice to better fit your client’s needs.
Why Earn Your Postgraduate Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at Adelphi on Long Island?
This one-year Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Certificate program offers an introduction to psychodynamic principles through the study of classical and contemporary psychoanalytic theory and technique. Our psychoanalytic training will help you learn new skills and strategies to approach complicated issues psychotherapists often encounter.
The postgraduate Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Certificate from Adelphi specifically provides:
- A sound introduction to psychoanalytic concepts
- Supervision on clinical work
- Grounding for further training as a psychoanalyst
Weekly Commitment for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Certificate Candidates
- Two 90-minute seminars on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
- A rotation among group supervision/processing/intake supervision on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Long Island
- Individual 45-minute supervision (scheduled at the candidate’s convenience)
- Providing psychotherapy to patients through the Postgraduate Psychotherapy Center or the candidate’s private practice (The number of clinical hours is specific to each program.)
- Personal psychotherapy/psychoanalysis (Weekly frequency depends on the specific program.)
Psychotherapy Training Program Info
Psychotherapy Training and Certificate Application Requirements
Applicants for the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Certificate program should submit the following:
- Documentation of a doctorate or master’s degree in a mental health field
- Online application form and $60 fee
- Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources
- Personal essay (500 words)
- All official college/university transcripts
- Résumé/CV
The applicant will be contacted for a personal interview.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Psychotherapy Training Program
Pursuing any of a number of psychotherapy certifications will increase your clinical skills and ability to make important therapeutic decisions while building your professional reputation. With enhanced skills in therapeutic interventions, a better understanding of human minds and motivations, and effective communication, you’ll help others in making important life decisions, improving their well-being and achieving their full potential.
The skills you will acquire in these psychotherapy training programs will earn you a better understanding of the human mind. It will benefit you not just professionally but personally as well. The skills you will acquire in your psychotherapy training will promote your personal growth. Communication skills (active listening and building rapport) and reflective reasoning (self-awareness, critical thinking, emotional regulation) are all part of the training. You’ll also be introduced to a breadth of therapeutic interventions, approaches and tactics, including assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning, and ethical and professional conduct that will assist in your professional and personal success.
The time it takes to complete the postgraduate Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Certificate program depends on a student’s individual needs and professional goals, as well as their credentials and past experience. Along with the postgraduate Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Certificate, the Adelphi University Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology offers nine postgraduate certificate programs with options for flexible scheduling, designed for working professionals. Some classes are offered online or in hybrid formats. All classes are offered in the evening or on weekends, making it easier to complete your certificate on your timeline. With nine different certificate programs available, there is a breadth of options for improving clinical skills, building professional reputations and finding a new professional community.
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