Psychoanalytic Training Program (PTP)
Fast Facts
Program Details:
August - June: Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30
Program Length:
4 Years
Program Cost:
$3,500/year
Application:
$200 Application Fee.
2026-2027 cohort application deadline = May 1, 2026
Applications for the OCC program are accepted on a rolling basis.
Training Options
CPC begins a new PTP class when there is an appropriate number of candidates accepted for a cohort but until the cohort starts, students may attend the Off Cycle Candidate (OCC) program. This program has the same application criteria as PTP but students can begin at any time during the academic year and will automatically start with the next PTP class.
Please see program details below and contact us with any questions.
Designed for professionals who want to become a practicing psychoanalyst and develop a richer understanding of historical and current psychoanalytic perspectives, which they can apply to their work and personal lives.
Program Overview
In four years of weekly seminars, personal training psychoanalysis, in on-going case conferences, and in clinical supervision of three psychoanalysts, our community of students and faculty come together to explore aspects and applications of the psychoanalytic field. Training initially is part-time, and over time becomes fully integrated into one’s career.
The CPC welcomes inquiries about psychoanalytic training from prospective students with diverse educational and professional backgrounds. Any questions regarding qualifications, transfer of existing training credits, or the PTP training can be directed to Vera Camden at vcamden@kent.edu
Tuition includes a PEPWeb subscription and free or reduced fee admission to continuing education events. Membership to the Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center is also included with tuition.
Adult Psychoanalytic Training Program Admissions Criteria:
Applicants must have one of the following:
An MD or DO and either be in the process of completing or have completed a psychiatry residency
A PhD, PsyD, or equivalent degree in psychology
A master’s or terminal degree in a clinical mental health field, including social work, marriage and family therapy, clinical counseling, psychiatric nursing, or related fields
Applicants must:
Hold a current mental health license
Be in good standing with their licensing board
Carry professional liability insurance
Applicants with a PhD in an academic field or a higher professional degree (e.g., law, non-mental health medical specialties) may apply for a waiver of mental health licensure and will be considered on an individual basis.
Academic Certificate in Psychoanalysis:
Applicants with at least a master’s degree in diverse disciplines are welcome to apply for the Academic Certificate in psychoanalytic thought and practice. This includes the psychoanalytic curriculum and seminars, but excludes clinical training.
Adult PTP Admissions Process
Complete the application form and submit the $200 application fee
Application form will require:
Curriculum Vitae including academic/professional background and any prior analytic experience
Brief essay regarding clinical experience, interest in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and psychoanalysis
Personal autobiographical essay
In-depth clinical case description (as applicable)
Three letters of recommendation from a current employer, supervisor, or analyst/therapist familiar with the applicant and their work
No required format; may be uploaded with application or emailed separately to admin@psychoanalysiscleveland.org
Documentation of advanced professional degree (official/unofficial transcript)
Documentation of state license
Documentation of professional liability insurance
Applications are welcome from candidates who seek remote training outside of the Cleveland metropolitan area, through tele-training or other long-distance communication which we will consider on an individual case basis
Applications are welcome from individuals from diverse racial, gender, and cultural backgrounds.
All application materials must be received within 6 weeks of the initial application or the application will be abandoned.
2. Once a complete application is received, the applicant will interview with three (3) members of the CPC faculty in person or via Zoom
3. The interviewers will submit reports to the Education Committee who votes on the recommendation and then the applicant will be notified of the decision.
Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Vera Camden vcamden@kent.edu Chair of Admissions.
Program Accreditation
This program is approved for Continuing Education Units.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of American Psychoanalytic Association and the Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center. The American Psychoanalytic Association is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Psychoanalytic Association designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Important Disclosure Information for All Learners:
None of the planners and presenters of this Continuing Medical Education (CME) program have any relevant financial relationships to disclose.
The Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center is approved by the Ohio Psychological Association-MCE Program to offer continuing education for psychologists. The Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center as approved provider 18PO-341019020, maintains responsibility for the program. Ohio CSWMFTB accepts this approval for licensees. This event provides one credit per hour of continuing professional education to psychologists.
Off-Cycle Candidates (OCC)
Tuition: $1700 per academic year (Sep - June) - prorated by month depending upon acceptance date and class availability
Required Classes: Case Conference (3-4 per year on Tuesday evenings), Continuous Case Conference (1st & 3rd Wednesday evening every month)
Recommended Classes: Writing
Applications and Acceptance: ongoing
Program Overview:
OCC students receive PTP Membership and other benefits of Candidate status, such as free CEs for programs, classes, etc.
OCC students abide by all Candidate guidelines and responsibilities as outlined in the PTP Handbook and CPC policies.
OCC students are automatically accepted into the next training cohort
Once accepted, it is expected that students will enroll in the OCC program every year until the next training cohort begins.
EC will assign an advisor for each student, and students need to get a supervisor. All associated fees are the responsibility of the student.
OCC students are eligible for the PEF Scholarship
Off-Cycle Candidates have the same Admission Criteria as the PTP program and will use the PTP application to apply. (See below)
Questions?
If you would like more information about the Psychoanalysts Training Program (PTP), please contact Chair of Admissions, Vera Camden, Ph.D. by phone (216) 407-7931 or by email at Vcamden@kent.edu. Questions may also be submitted via the form on the Contact Us page.