Severnside Institute for Psychotherapy

Severnside Institute for Psychotherapy The Severnside Institute for Psychotherapy (SIP) was founded in May 1985 by a group of psychoanalytic psychotherapists.

Our aims are to promote and develop psychoanalytic and psychodynamic psychotherapy in Bristol, Bath and surrounding areas.

For me, the best feedback doesn't come from forms, it comes when you hear about the seed that was sown in a short course...
12/06/2026

For me, the best feedback doesn't come from forms, it comes when you hear about the seed that was sown in a short course grew into a lasting interest, to deeper study. Something that touched someone's inner being and years later they still talk about, and sow seeds of their own. This is the kind of feedback I hear from people who completed our Introduction to Psychoanalytic Theories and Concepts course.
It's unlike other introductions in that the topics are taught by guest seminar leaders with a real connection with the subject matter, and the seminars are followed by a group discussion, expertly help by a psychotherapist where you can connect the material with the other ideas you have learned on the course, and explore how they appear in your own life, and those of the other group members.
If this sounds good, you can apply online or get in touch - we love to hear from people interested in learning with us.
Bursaries available.

One of our previous students tells us how Work Discussion group helped their work as a therapist within the NHS. Applica...
05/06/2026

One of our previous students tells us how Work Discussion group helped their work as a therapist within the NHS. Applications open until 3rd July.

I found the Work Discussion Group very helpful in my professional work. Along with the Classical theory pre-clinical course, the Work Discussion Group enabled me to be more effective in 1:1 interactions as well as supporting me to manage my stress levels in handling complex and challenging interactions.
I was working in the NHS mental health services in a lead role for people diagnosed with personality disorder. The Group gave me the opportunity to think in depth about the long term therapeutic work with one of my clients by focussing on and discussing a particular recent session. The discussion helped me to become more aware of the early signs of my client starting to develop a stronger sense of self and capacity for assertion in their life and within the sessions and to reflect on how to support this development. I was happy to note the positive impact that the group discussion had on the therapeutic process with my client.
Through the weekly sessions of the course, I developed a much clearer understanding of transference dynamics and projective identification. This was very useful as in my broader NHS role I was having to handle some tense situations which included some strong verbal criticism of me and my competency as a practitioner. It was through the better understanding of projective identification that I could see that I was being pressured in this situation to feel very difficult feelings such as being small and inadequate or useless which were the very feelings that the person I was interacting with was trying not to feel about themself. Being able to have insight into this meant that I could detach somewhat by identifying less with what was being projected which in turn allowed the process to feel less personal and more manageable. As a result I noticed that my stress levels reduced and I was able to hold on to my thinking capacity even when feeling somewhat confronted.

We've extended the deadline for applications to our Fundamentals courses - Work Discussion Group, Classical Freudian The...
02/06/2026

We've extended the deadline for applications to our Fundamentals courses - Work Discussion Group, Classical Freudian Theory and Infant Observation.
These courses can be taken in preparation for Clinical Psychotherapy training, for professional development or personal interest.
To find out more about these and our other short courses and workshops join us for an online Info session where you can ask any questions you may have.

Register here https://sipsychotherapy.fillout.com/t/vrBwsf3nSYus

We're very excited to announce the latest in our series of Connecting Conversations. These events bring together people ...
28/05/2026

We're very excited to announce the latest in our series of Connecting Conversations. These events bring together people who are making a difference in the world with psychoanalytic thought.
Prof Tomo Potokar has recently retired as Chief Surgeon for the International Committee for the Red Cross. He specialised in the treatment of burns and burn prevention, and over his career has worked in Africa, Asia and Europe.
Tomo has worked extensively in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon and was undertaking emergency surgery throughout the most recent violence.
He will be talking about his work and life to Jo Violet, a SIP member, Jungian Analyst, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist.
27th June 9:30 - 11:00 A recording will be available for 30 days to ticket holders.
Tickets £25/£20 SIP members/trainees.
Ticket link in bio

Why become a member with us? We have a supportive community of therapists and regular events and seminars. We'd love for...
22/05/2026

Why become a member with us? We have a supportive community of therapists and regular events and seminars. We'd love for you to join!

If you are a Psychoanalyst, Jungian, Psychodynamic or Pyschoanlytic Psychotherapist (trained in the UK and registered with BPC/UKPC) and based in the South West, have you considered joining SIP? Click here to learn more about us - https://sipsychotherapy.org/membership

Would you like to see your relationships with greater clarity and compassion? This online course allows students to see ...
18/05/2026

Would you like to see your relationships with greater clarity and compassion? This online course allows students to see their interactions from different perspectives. It is an essential part of the preparation for clinical psychotherapy training, and a wonderful way to deepen your insights, and develop the capacity to hold an analytic frame.

Why go for psychotherapy? This Mental Health Awareness Week, prioritise your mental health. If you're at crossroads in l...
14/05/2026

Why go for psychotherapy? This Mental Health Awareness Week, prioritise your mental health. If you're at crossroads in life and are wondering what type of therapy to opt for, are going through a difficult time in life or would simply like to understand yourself better, then look no further.

If you're someone who's considering therapy or know someone who is, check this link out - https://lnkd.in/ebenXVCb

Are you a therapist in Bristol/surrounding areas looking for a space for your practice? Check out Orchard Street Therapy...
08/05/2026

Are you a therapist in Bristol/surrounding areas looking for a space for your practice? Check out Orchard Street Therapy Rooms, our private rooms available for hire! We have multiple membership options for both trainees and fully qualified psychotherapists.

Talk to us at [email protected] or head to our website: https://lnkd.in/ener4QRX

170 years on from Freud's birth, and 40 years since Severnside Institute for Psychotherapy began, find our how Freud's i...
08/05/2026

170 years on from Freud's birth, and 40 years since Severnside Institute for Psychotherapy began, find our how Freud's ideas are still relevant for us today. The course takes you through the evolution of Freud's thinking, and places it in the context of contemporary psychotherapy.

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11 Orchard Street
Bristol
BS15EH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441179273898

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