Continuing Education Program (CE)

The Oregon Psychoanalytic Center offers a variety of classes, courses, and special programs designed to provide clinicians with psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches to a wide range of clinical issues. Our Continuing Education program seeks to inspire deeper engagement with psychodynamic thinking while exploring the diversity and plurality of contemporary psychoanalytic perspectives.

Programs are designed for clinicians at all levels of experience and provide opportunities to expand clinical skills, engage with colleagues, and enrich our shared understanding of how best to support our patients.


Registration & Payment

Pre-registration for courses and special programs is highly recommended to ensure your space and receive course materials and reading assignments in advance.

Register online to reserve your place.

Refund Policy

If you are unable to attend a program, please contact OPC at least ten business days before the course date to receive a refund of your registration fee, less a $10 processing charge. There is no charge to apply your registration fee toward another OPC course or program.

If OPC cancels a class or program, all pre-registrants will receive a full refund.

Registration Rates & Discounts

OPC Member Rates
Continuing Education courses are discounted by 10% for OPC members at the Professional Level and above.

Student Rates
Full-time students with valid student identification are eligible for a 50% discount on Continuing Education courses. Please contact OPC directly to register and receive the student discount.

Special Programs are available at no cost to full-time students on the day of the program with valid student identification, if space permits. Students wishing to reserve a space in advance may contact OPC for a 50% discount registration code.

Community Mental Health Rates
Community mental health professionals working at least 20 hours per week in community mental health settings may apply for a 50% discount on Continuing Education courses and special events offering CME credits. Contact [email protected] for eligibility information or registration assistance.

The Oregon Psychoanalytic Center reserves the right to cancel any course or program.


Continuing Medical Education Credits

CME credits offered through OPC typically satisfy continuing education requirements for psychologists, social workers, and counselors in Oregon. Clinicians should consult their respective state licensing boards to confirm final approval and applicability for their professional requirements.


Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement

The Oregon Psychoanalytic Center is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and advancing culturally responsive clinical practice. OPC maintains a non-discrimination policy regarding race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or marital or parental status in admissions, employment, and access to programs.


2026–2027 Continuing Education Course Schedule

Explore our 2026–2027 Continuing Education offerings in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and contemporary psychoanalytic thought. Courses are offered in a variety of formats, including in-person seminars, virtual learning, and hybrid options.

2026–2027 Continuing Education Course Schedule

Explore our 2026–2027 Continuing Education offerings in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and contemporary psychoanalytic thought. Courses are offered in a variety of formats, including in-person seminars, virtual learning, and hybrid options. CME/CE credits are available for eligible programs.


Fundamentals of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

Instructor: Chelsea Wagner, LCSW
Schedule: Wednesdays, Monthly
Dates: September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16, 2026; January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, 2027
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: In Person — Library
CMEs: 15.0


Beyond Fundamentals of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

Instructor: Scott Vignola, LCSW
Schedule: Wednesdays, Bimonthly
Dates: October 7, October 21, November 4, November 18, 2026; January 6, January 20, February 3, February 17, March 3, March 17, April 7, April 21, May 5, 2027
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
Format: In Person — Library and Virtual via Zoom
CMEs: 19.5


Fundamentals of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (Winter)

Instructor: Betsy Strewler, LCSW
Schedule: Wednesdays, Every Other Week
Dates: January 6, January 20, February 3, February 17, March 3, March 17, April 7, April 21, May 5, May 19, 2027
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: In Person — Classroom
CMEs: 15.0


A Survey of Open Space: Reflecting on Negative Space in the Consulting Room

Instructor: Eric Borgh, MA, LMHC
Schedule: Thursdays, Weekly
Dates: September 24, October 1, October 8, October 15, 2026
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: Virtual via Zoom
CMEs: 6.0


Frame to Frame: Film Through the Lens of Psychoanalysis

Instructors: Alice Huang, MD & Francoise Eipper, MD
Schedule: First Tuesdays, Monthly
Dates: November 3, December 1, 2026; January 5, February 2, 2027
Time: 6:30–9:30 PM
Format: In Person — Movie Madness
CMEs: 6.0


Psychic Deficit and Psychic Growth

Instructor: Steve Purcell, MD
Schedule: Thursdays, Bimonthly
Dates: January 14, January 28, February 11, February 25, March 11, March 25, April 8, April 22, May 13, May 27, 2027
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: In Person — Classroom
CMEs: 15.0


Early Career Case Conference: What’s Going on Around Here?

Instructor: Francoise Eipper, MD
Schedule: Third Thursdays
Dates: October 15, November 19, December 17, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
Format: In Person — Library
CMEs: 4.5


Early Career Case Conference: Presence in Uncertainty: Tolerating Fear and Not-Knowing in Trauma Work

Instructor: Chelsea Wagner, LCSW
Schedule: Thursdays
Dates: February 11, February 18, February 25, March 4, 2027
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: In Person — Library
CMEs: 6.0


Writing

Instructor: Chelsea Wagner, LCSW
Schedule: Thursdays
Dates: April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, 2027
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: Virtual via Zoom
CMEs: 6.0


Creative Engagement in Psychoanalytic Practice

Instructor: Duane Dale, MD
Schedule: Second Wednesdays, Monthly
Dates: September 9, October 14, November 11, December 9, 2026; January 13, February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, 2027
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Format: In Person or Virtual — Library
CMEs: 13.5