The Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (IPTAR)

The Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (IPTAR) is an organization dedicated to training mental health professionals in psychoanalysis, a method that explores unconscious thoughts and feelings to understand behavior. Founded in 1947 in New York City, IPTAR offers education, supervision, and clinical training for clinicians seeking to deepen their understanding of the mind. It aims to improve mental health care by promoting rigorous training and advancing psychoanalytic principles in practice. Overall, IPTAR supports the development of skilled therapists who integrate psychoanalytic insights into their work to help individuals better understand themselves.