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PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM

The International Society for Logotherapy & Existential Analysis (GLE-International) and the International Society for Existential Analytical Psychotherapy (both in Vienna, Austria) are providing a complete training program in Existential Psychotherapy

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COHORT TRAINING PROGRAM:

 

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN EXISTENTIAL ANALYSIS & LOGOTHERAPY

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The "heart" of the training program is the personal and professional development that it encourages. It is designed to be an in-depth experiential training that incorporates didactic teachings & lectures with self-reflection and experiential exercises. The philosophy of the EA training program is that in order to be a good existential therapist, we need to know and develop ourselves first as individual persons, and from that authentic core, we can better help our clients deal with the themes that are present in their lives.

 

This program is also meant to foster community and connection between the group members. For this reason, the program is conducted in a cohort format. This means that once the group is formed, it will close and you will remain together for the entirety of the 3 years. This allows for deep connections and support to form within the group that not only facilitate the learning process, but also offer the participants the opportunity to develop a genuine community of like-minded friends and colleagues.

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The EA Diploma program curriculum is a thorough education in the 4 Fundamental Existential Dimensions and how they support the person in living a fulfilling existence. In addition, you will learn the practical application of existential analysis to approach clients with real-world, everyday human problems that lead to difficulties, suffering, and an inhibited way of living their life.

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Here is an overview of the training program curriculum:

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YEAR 1:

1st Fundamental Motivation (fundamental trust):

The ability to ACCEPT the existential reality and/or ENDURE that which cannot be fully accepted (Only then are we able to step into life and able to begin dealing with it in a personal way)

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2nd Fundamental Motivation (relationships, values, emotions):

The ability to FEEL the values in life and allow to touch & be touched by the experience of being (Only then are we really alive and able to feel alive through joy, gratitude and being moved by value of life)

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YEAR 2:

3rd Fundamental Motivation (personhood, identity):

The ability to be oneself, to accept, see and be seen as one is, to develop enough SELF-RESPECT & SELF-ESTEEM (Only then are we able to genuinely be in relationship, feel liked, respected and accepted as we are with our uniqueness and live out one's own life)

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4th Fundamental Motivation (Logotherapy): 

The ability to show up in life, to feel what is MEANINGFUL & live life in congruence with one's values that are within a unique context (Only then do we really know the "why" that we live, what gives life a felt sense of meaning & makes it worthwhile)

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YEAR 3:

This year is the clinical focus of the EA training program. It serves to deepen your education, skills, and expertise to specialize in the clinical application in a psychotherapy setting. See below for the main themes covered in the clinical portion of the training program.

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The main topics for the Clinical portion of the program are:

Fear, Trauma, Complex Trauma, Phobia, Panic, Compulsion, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Depressive Personality, Somatoform, Histrionic Personality, Narcissistic Personality, Borderline Personality, Addiction, Intimacy, Couples, Anger & Aggression, and diagnostics from an existential perspective

Other themes & topics that are explored through an existential lens: 

  • Diagnoses and psychopathology

  • Phenomenology and the lived experience

  • Etiology, dynamics and formation of relational patterns

  • Existential analytical understanding of the disorders/difficulties

  • Prophylaxis/Prevention

  • Specific therapy methods, interventions and techniques

After completing all requirements for this program, you will be a Certified Existential Analyst. This is a cohort format so the group will stay together throughout the duration of the course. There will be 2 in-person seminars per year and the rest of the seminar days will be Online and can be taken from anywhere you are in the world.​

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The themes covered in this program are further elaborated on during both the small group meetings and the self-experience sessions required for graduation. Once you complete the requirements for graduation, you will have a Postgraduate Diploma in Existential Analysis & Logotherapy that is recognized by the Center for Existential Analysis & Logotherapy, (United States) and the International Society of Logotherapy and Existential Analysis (GLE-International, Vienna). This educational program gives the participant a solid theoretical foundation for clinical work and a unique opportunity for deep and meaningful personal transformation. ​​​​

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In addition to the taught curriculum, students will engage in personal experience sessions and case supervision groups with EA practitioners.

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As this is the continuation from the certificate program, 

The classes are taught by faculty trainers from GLE-International:

Alfried Längle, M.D., Ph.D.

Daniel Parker, Ph.D.

Janelle Kwee, Psy.D.

Derrick Klaassen, Ph.D. 

Käri-Ann Thor, M.A., RCC

Aleksandra Kupavskaya, Ph.D.

Rochelle Chapman, M.A.

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Duration: 3 years (approximately 570 seminar hours)

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Tuition for Cohort Training Programs (Certificate and Diploma Levels): $290 per month

*tuition for each seminar day is spread out into even monthly payments which includes the cost of the annual in-person seminar.

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Meeting Format:

  • Online Classes are held twice per month (every other Thursday 3-7pm)​ PST​​

  • An In-person seminar is held twice each year in Portland, Oregon for 5 full days (Oct. & April)

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Admission Requirements:

  • An Earned Masters level degree (or currently enrolled in a graduate program) in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work or a related field. Some exceptions are considered on a case by case basis. Feel free to reach out to ask if you would be a good fit for the program. 

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Ready to Join Us?

 

The Next Cohort is Scheduled to Begin August 7th, 2025!

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How To Join the Training Program:

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1. Click the button below to submit your information and start your application.

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2. You will be contacted for a brief online interview about your interest in the program, details about the curriculum and to answer any questions you may have.

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3. Pay the enrollment deposit fee of $290 (this will count as the first month tuition and secure your place in the upcoming cohort). 

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