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The San Diego Psychoanalytic Society & Institute

The San Diego Psychoanalytic Society and Institute (SDPSI) is a nonprofit corporation and is accredited by the California Medical Association, the California Psychological Association, the Board of Behavioral Sciences, and the Board of Registered Nurses as an approved provider of continuing education credits. Read more »

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What Is Psychoanalysis?

As a form of treatment, psychoanalysis is based on the theory that individuals are often unaware of many factors that determine their emotions and actions. This lack of recognition can lead to unhappiness, Read more »

What Is Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy?

Psychoanalytic psychotherapy utilizes the principles of psychoanalysis, is a more focused and circumscribed treatment and is usually two or more sessions weekly. Read more »