German Psychoanalytic Association

The German Psychoanalytic Association (DGPT) is a professional organization that promotes the study and practice of psychoanalysis, a field focused on understanding how the unconscious mind influences thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It supports training, research, and ethical standards for psychoanalysts and mental health professionals in Germany. The DGPT also facilitates scholarly collaboration, advances clinical practice, and represents the interests of psychoanalytic practitioners within the broader mental health community. Its goal is to deepen understanding of human psyche functioning and improve psychological theory and treatment.