Postgraduate Training in Psychodynamic Therapy & Psychoanalysis
Expand and Deepen Your Skills
CPPNJ is a professional institute for clinicians interested in pursuing postgraduate training in psychodynamic therapy. We offer training in psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, as well as an introductory program in psychodynamic clinical practice.
Training Excellence at CPPNJ
The Center for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis of New Jersey (CPPNJ) is committed to training skilled, effective psychoanalysts and psychotherapists. Our rigorous program delivers a strong foundation in psychoanalytic theory and clinical practice while embracing contemporary developments in mental health treatment. Our distinguished faculty includes experienced practitioners, sought-after supervisors, and published authors who bring exceptional expertise to our training environment.
Facing the Possibility of Illness, Death and Retirement as Therapists
“The Unthinkable Known”
Robert Galatzer Levy, MD
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Professional Wills
James S. Wulach, PhD, JD
Save the Date!
Sunday, September 27, 2026 – 10:00am-2:00pm EST
Live Interactive via Zoom
4 CEs offered for Counselors, Psychologists and Social Workers
CEs accepted by many states – check with your local boards.
For our Members
CPPNJ 2026 Annual Fall Brunch
Sunday, October 4, 2026 9:00am- 1:00pm
FDU at The Orangerie
Let’s come together, share our summer adventures, meet new candidates/faculty and mark the beginning of the new academic year.
Teacher Training Program
CPPNJ has instituted a new program for faculty to facilitate their development as instructors in the CPPNJ training programs. We offer a series of four workshops, one overview of the process and three workshops focusing on specific aspects of teaching psychoanalysis: conducting class, organizing a syllabus and evaluations.
Member Study Groups
Contact Lauren Poleyeff for Details and Registration
Social Justice and Psychoanalysis Study Group | Virtual
Contact Andy Roth or Tom Johnson for Details and Registration
Child and Adolescent Study Group | Virtual
Contact Debra Roelke, PhD and Richard Barr, LCSW, PhD
CPPNJ believes in evidence-based clinical pluralism, welcoming multiple psychoanalytic
CPPNJ is an inclusive and multicultural learning community, affirming and welcoming all who are dedicated to human growth.
CPPNJ stands against exclusionary systems: racism, antisemitism, islamophobia, xenophobia, transphobia and all other anti-inclusionary beliefs We are committed to creating space for those whose voices have been historically excluded