Business Details
40 Years
experience
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Training & Courses in Birmingham
Established in 1986 by Shirley Truckle, the Birmingham Trust for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (BTPP) is a charitable organisation dedicated to advancing psychoanalytic psychotherapy training and practice. Our mission stems from the belief that all children deserve access to therapy delivered by well-trained professionals, particularly those in disadvantaged communities across the West Midlands. We offer a range of accredited courses, including the Postgraduate Diploma in Perinatal, Child, Adolescent, and Family Work (M7), clinical child psychotherapy training, and adult psychotherapy training, designed for professionals seeking to deepen their psychodynamic expertise. Our inclusive approach ensures accessibility to psychoanalytic concepts regardless of background, fostering a learning community that values diverse perspectives and contemporary thinking about difference.Over 100 child psychotherapists and hundreds of clinicians have benefited from our training, which combines Kleinian-Bionian-Meltzerian psychoanalytic theory with practical application. We also host events, lectures, and conferences to promote psychoanalytic thinking, while our charitable initiatives focus on supporting professionals who work with vulnerable children and families. Our trustees ensure resources are directed to maximise training access, reflecting Shirley Truckles legacy of commitment to social equity and professional development in mental health.
Services
Child Psychotherapy Training
Adult Psychotherapy Training
Postgraduate Diploma M7 Course
Short Courses
Professional Supervision
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We provide an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for all students.
- Our approach embraces contemporary psychoanalytic thinking about difference.
- We foster a vibrant learning community of passionate and supportive peers.
- Training combines Kleinian-Bionian-Meltzerian theory with practical application.
- We have trained over 100 child psychotherapists and hundreds of clinicians.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP)
Services
Child Psychotherapy Training
Our full-time Clinical Doctorate in Child Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy is a four-year salaried programme leading to registration with the Association of Child Psychotherapists. This training equips professionals to practice within the NHS and other settings, combining rigorous academic study with clinical experience. Graduates are qualified to provide specialist therapy for children and families.
Adult Psychotherapy Training
Designed for child psychotherapists, this course leads to qualification as an Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, enabling registration with the British Psychoanalytic Council. The training focuses on applying psychoanalytic principles to adult mental health, enhancing therapeutic skills through theoretical and practical modules tailored to experienced professionals.
Postgraduate Diploma M7 Course
This two-year part-time course explores psychodynamic approaches to perinatal, child, and family work, with an optional third-year Masters. Aimed at professionals working with children and young people, it provides advanced training to deepen practice and prepare for clinical child psychotherapy specialisation.
Short Courses
BTPPs short courses introduce psychoanalytic concepts, including Perspectives in Development and Infant Mental Health. These courses serve as standalone learning or as a foundation for further training, offering flexible, accessible education for professionals seeking to integrate psychodynamic thinking into their practice.
Professional Supervision
We provide supervision for clinicians working with children and families, supporting professional development through reflective practice. Supervision sessions focus on enhancing therapeutic skills, addressing complex cases, and maintaining ethical standards, ensuring practitioners deliver effective, empathetic care aligned with psychoanalytic principles.
People
Shirley Truckle
Founder
Shirley Truckle founded BTPP in 1986, driven by a commitment to accessible psychoanalytic training for disadvantaged communities. Her vision established Birmingham as a hub for child psychotherapy, training over 100 professionals and shaping the charitys inclusive ethos until her passing.
Brian Truckle
Co-Founder
Brian Truckle supported Shirley Truckle in establishing BTPP, contributing to its early development and training framework. His collaboration ensured the organisations foundation as a charitable trust dedicated to expanding psychoanalytic education and therapeutic access in the West Midlands.
Questions
What courses does BTPP offer?
BTPP offers child psychotherapy training, adult psychotherapy training, the M7 Postgraduate Diploma, short courses, and professional supervision for clinicians.
Is BTPP a registered charity?
Yes, BTPP is a registered charity (No. 1055137) and a Company Limited by Guarantee (No. 3160605).
Who can apply for BTPP training?
Professionals working with children, young people, or adults, including those seeking psychodynamic training or clinical qualifications.
How does BTPP support accessibility?
BTPP prioritises inclusivity, offering accessible training regardless of background and financial barriers to professionals in need.
Where are BTPP courses held?
Courses are based in Birmingham, with events and training available across the West Midlands region.
