The 2027 Psychoanalytic & Psychodynamic Teachers’ Academy by the American Psychoanalytic Association enhances non-analyst educators’ ability to teach psychoanalytic concepts through mentorship and collaborative learning.
Funder: American Psychoanalytic Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application Deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Covers APsA National Meeting registration, four nights hotel, up to $550 in travel reimbursement, and per diem for meals; six teachers selected annually.
Summary: Supports non-analyst mental health educators teaching psychoanalytic concepts through mentorship, master classes, and APsA National Meeting participation.
The Psychoanalytic & Psychodynamic Teachers’ Academy, run by the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsA), is designed to nurture and empower educators outside of psychoanalysis who teach psychoanalytic therapy or theory. The program brings together social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, and other mental health professionals for an immersive experience focused on enhancing their teaching effectiveness and engagement. Selected participants benefit from year-long mentorship, collaborative discussions on educational projects, master classes with senior analysts, and participation in the APsA National Meeting. The Academy aims to foster a community of educators committed to advancing psychodynamic knowledge in diverse training settings.