Academy of Clinical & Applied Psychoanalysis in New Jersey (ACAP)

Overview

The Academy of Clinical and Applied Psychoanalysis (ACAP) offers education in modern psychoanalysis with a focus on clinical application. Founded in 1976, ACAP emphasizes the integration of theory and practice in psychoanalytic training.

Contact Information

• Address: 301 South Livingston Avenue, 2nd Floor, Livingston, NJ 07039
• Phone: (973) 629-1001
• Email: acapnj@acapnj.org
• Website: www.acapnj.org

Training Programs

Certificate in Psychoanalysis

• Duration: 4–6 years
• Format: Evening and weekend classes
• Curriculum: Psychoanalytic theory, technique, and clinical practice
• Clinical Requirements: Personal analysis, supervised clinical work, case presentations
• Eligibility: Master’s degree or higher in a mental health field

Master of Arts in Psychoanalysis

• Duration: 2–3 years
• Format: Evening and weekend classes
• Curriculum: Psychoanalytic theory, development, psychopathology, and research methods
• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree

Certificate in Mental Health Counseling

• Duration: 2 years
• Format: Evening and weekend classes
• Curriculum: Counseling theory, techniques, and supervised clinical practice
• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree

Application Process

1. Submission of academic transcripts
2. Letters of recommendation
3. Personal statement
4. Interview with faculty members

Costs and Financial Aid

• Tuition varies by program
• Payment plans available
• Limited scholarships based on need and merit