Supervised Psychoanalytic Treatment of Patients
As part of their clinical training, candidates are required to carry out psychoanalytic treatments under the supervision of a Supervising Analyst. The timing of beginning such treatments is determined by the Progression committee in consultation with the student, and the eligibility of a patient for treatment by the student is determined by the student in consultation with his/her supervisor. A minimum of three such treatments is required, but due to the unpredictable variations among candidates and their control cases, more may be required. Patients in supervised analyses must be seen a minimum of four sessions weekly, with weekly supervision. Periodic written reports of all of a student’s clinical work are required. Approval to conduct analyses without supervision is given when the candidate achieves a satisfactory level of competence. The Education Committee, upon review of supervisors’ reports, progress in coursework, and other materials, determines if the necessary level of clinical competence has been achieved to meet the requirement for graduation.
Supervising Analysts of the BPI