British Psychoanalytic Association

The British Psychoanalytic Association (BPA) is a professional organization in the UK that promotes the practice and study of psychoanalysis. Founded in 1913, it focuses on the therapeutic approach developed by Sigmund Freud, which explores unconscious thoughts and feelings to understand behavior and emotions. The BPA offers training, supports psychoanalysts, and fosters research in the field. It also emphasizes the importance of psychoanalysis in mental health care, advocating for its principles in clinical practice and public understanding of psychological issues. Overall, the BPA plays a key role in advancing psychoanalysis in Britain.