Faculty of Psychoanalysis (of the British Psychoanalytic Association)

The Faculty of Psychoanalysis, part of the British Psychoanalytic Association, is a professional body that oversees the training, certification, and ongoing development of psychoanalysts in the UK. It promotes the study and practice of psychoanalysis—a method of understanding human thoughts, feelings, and behaviors by exploring unconscious processes. Members are trained to work with individuals, helping them gain insight into their inner lives and emotional difficulties. The Faculty also supports research, education, and the advancement of psychoanalytic knowledge, ensuring practitioners adhere to high standards of professionalism and ethics in their work.