NPI continues to offer exciting and thought-provoking continuing education seminars, workshops, conferences, and programs designed for all who wish to deepen their knowledge of psychoanalytic theory and practice.

Our goal is to address the needs of practicing clinicians, counselors, therapists, MFTs, LCSWs,  graduate and post-graduate students, and is tailored to meet the different developmental levels of individuals who are interested in beginning –as well as furthering– their psychoanalytic experience.

We provide continuing education and events in greater South Orange County.

Upcoming Training Opportunities, Workshops & Events

  • Upcoming sessions: April 25 - May 30, 2025

    1.5 hours per week

    Psychoanalytic Consultation and Reading Group

    This series of six weekly sessions (1.5 hours each) offers pre-licensed and licensed therapists a safe and confidential place to get help with difficult cases, discuss professional challenges, and explore new ways to approach clients.

  • May 2, 2025 - June 20, 2025

    8:30 am - 10:00 am PT

    Consultation Group

    This series of 6 meetings offers therapists a safe and confidential space to explore their cases.

  • May 3, 2025

    9:00 am - 4:30 pm PT

    Small Moments, Big Consequences: Race and Culture Collisions in Clinical Work

      NEW DATE: May 3, 2025 (times remain the same)  Course Description:  We are all imbedded in the sociocultural context in which we exist. The personal subjectivities of both therapist and patient are deeply affected by the experiences within their particular sociocultural context. Race and culture make their way into the clinical dyad in myriad [...]

  • May 10, 2025

    9:00 am - 1:20 pm PT

    Psychological Nudity in Couples: From Sexual Arousal to Sexual Sadism

    Join Professor Brett Kahr as he explores the true contents of sexual thoughts, fantasies, and unconscious wishes and desires.

  • May 17, 2025

    10:00 am - 1:10 pm PT

    Saturday Salon: Understanding and Treating Eating Disorders Through a Psychoanalytic Lens

    Join Dr. Jennifer Hanlin as she explores the concept of eating disorders through a psychoanalytic lens.