The Society for Psychoanalytic Studies is a community of mental health professionals-- of all disciplines -- dedicated to promoting a broader view of psychotherapy. Members of SPS understand that psychotherapy is accomplished through more than attending to cognition and behavior, but requires attention to affect, psyche, and interpersonal dynamics as well.

SPS is a local chapter of Division 39 of the American Psychological Association -- a division devoted to the study and practice of psychoanalysis, psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and psychoanalytic theory. The Society promotes its interests through conferences, workshops, public forums, and through our association with the Minnesota Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalytic Studies -- a local psychoanalytic training institute.

Members of SPS find stimulating, practical training opportunities, along with fellowship in a community of like-minded professionals. The society is committed to a broad and modern view of psychoanalytic theory, embracing its rich history as well as exciting new developments in psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. The membership includes students & newcomers to the ideas of dynamic theory, as well as highly experienced therapists and analysts. This diverse amalgam gives SPS its special character, with all members benefiting from the multiplicity of viewpoints.

SPS Mission Statement
Revised June 19, 2006