Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research

The Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (IPTAR) is an organization dedicated to training mental health professionals in psychoanalysis, a therapeutic approach that explores unconscious thoughts and feelings to understand behavior. Founded in 1947 in New York City, IPTAR offers education, supervision, and clinical experience for clinicians seeking to deepen their expertise in psychoanalytic methods. Its goal is to advance mental health treatment by fostering rigorous training and ongoing professional development, ultimately benefiting individuals through improved understanding and care of psychological struggles.