The Seattle Psychoanalytic Training Center was established in 1946. In 1964, the Seattle Psychoanalytic Society and Institute (SPSI) gained independent status with the Institute of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA). SPSI is one of 34 training institutes approved by APsA.
Standards established by APsA direct SPSI’s policies regarding eligibility for training, minimum requirements for graduation, and prerequisites for certification in psychoanalysis. These principles and standards ensure consistency and a high quality of psychoanalytic education among all constituent institutes. They are continually revised and updated and provide a uniform baseline for psychoanalytic education.
SPSI is a not-for-profit corporation governed by a Board of Directors. We are a democratic, inclusive learning community that educates members on psychoanalysis, nourishes psychoanalytic psychotherapists, enabling them to flourish in their vocation, and collaborates in the community and across disciplines for the well-being of members and society. All matters pertaining to psychoanalytic training are the responsibility of the Faculty.
Should you have concerns or complaints about any of our members, please contact one of our designated ombuds.