The Self Psychology Institute

The Self Psychology Institute is an organization dedicated to studying and advancing self psychology, a therapeutic approach developed by Heinz Kohut. This approach focuses on understanding how individuals develop a cohesive sense of self and emotional well-being through their relationships and experiences. The institute provides training, research, and resources for mental health professionals to enhance their understanding and practice of self psychology. Its goal is to improve mental health treatment by emphasizing empathy, the importance of maintaining healthy self-esteem, and the role of interpersonal relationships in psychological development.