Minds Working and Thinking Together

Welcome to the Western New England Society and Institute!

The Western New England Institute for Psychoanalysis, founded in 1953, offers a core educational experience grounded in a reading of Freud, a strong developmental tradition from the Yale Child Study Center, the neo-Freudian thinking of Hans Loewald, and Erik Erikson’s study of culture. This classic ground is augmented with contemporary theories of object relations and relational views. We are actively engaged in charting a course at Western New England that attempts to break from the historical tradition of socio-economic, racial, and cultural exclusivity.

Adult Psychoanalytic Training

This training, which includes a personal analysis, didactic courses, and supervised clinical practice of psychoanalysis, provides a solid foundation for practice.

Child Psychoanalytic Training

This training, which includes a four-year academic program, continuous case conferences, and the treatment of three children of various ages, provides a hands-on learning experience.

Adult Psychotherapy Training

This training consists of a two-year didactic course, supervision of one or two cases, and experience with personal psychotherapy.

Exploring the Complexity of the Human Mind

At Western New England Psychoanalysis, we believe in understanding the full complexity of the human mind. Our community is not just vibrant and collegial, but also deeply inclusive, making space for everyone. We are committed to helping clinicians find their unique approach amidst the diverse perspectives of today’s psychoanalysis.