Welcome to the

Houston-Galveston Psychoanalytic Institute

900 Lovett Blvd.

Houston, TX 77098

(713) 524-0790

data@hgpsai.org

Who are we?

In 1974, The Houston-Galveston Psychoanalytic Institute (HGPI) began as an extension of the New Orleans Psychoanalytic Institute and pursued full institute approval from the American Psychoanalytic Association, which was granted in 1979. That same year the HGPI also received approval from the Texas Workforce Commission.

The Institute enjoys a close working relationship with local schools – Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) and The University of Texas Health Science Center (Galveston and Houston), as well as several in Austin and San Antonio.

What do we do?

The Houston-Galveston Psychoanalytic Institute (HGPI) offers comprehensive training in psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy. Graduates of HGPI qualify for Certification by the American Psychoanalytic Association.

Why do I need training?

To practice as a successful psychoanalyst, it requires training in the use of concepts of depth psychology, and a clear understanding of the concept transference. Without these skills, patients often leave therapy before their complex issues are resolved. Patients often have life-long, repeated problematic behaviors that undermine their success in relationships, careers and quality of life in general. Modern psychodynamic concepts can help clinicians understand the attachment problems, relationship patterns, and self-defeating behavior. Analytic/dynamic training also allows the clinician to reveal deeper information than friends or family can give a patient, solidifying the relationship between patient and analyst and allowing for a greater chance of long-term success.

Who is eligible?

We welcome applicants of all mental health disciplines who hold a license to practice in Texas. The Studies in Psychoanalysis is for psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers as well as scholars or researchers who wish to apply psychoanalytic concepts in their chosen field. The Studies in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is for mental health professionals that hold the highest degree in their field and are licensed for clinical practice in Texas.

Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy As To Students

The Houston-Galveston Psychoanalytic Institute admits students of any race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or ability to al the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and other school-administered programs.