Training with ANZAP 

Applications are now being accepted for ANZAP’s 2027 training intake.

About the training

Please read the 2027 Course Flyer PDF for more detailed information: CLICK HERE.

We offer an advanced level one-year, plus two-year part time course. Our one-year extensive introduction course will focus on the elements of the Conversational Model allowing practitioners to integrate this into short-term clinical work.  All suitable candidates will then be given the opportunity to extend this first year to another two years of in-depth training in the Conversational Model. A further two years (Years 4 + 5) of less intense supervision and an exit evaluation are required for full clinical membership in ANZAP in Australia and registration in New Zealand with PBANZ.

Our training is conducted in small groups and is suitable for mental health professionals already involved in psychotherapy and counselling - psychiatrists, general practitioners, psychotherapists, psychologists, counsellors, mental health nurses and allied health professionals.

The training focus is on working with people who have experienced trauma, complex trauma and personality disorders and other treatment resistant conditions.

Our training is clinically and academically orientated. There is a requirement to demonstrate clinical competence in the Model, a capacity for self-awareness, and an ability to communicate this.  The learning, understanding and application of the Model are experiential and require stringent self-analysis. The intent is to demonstrate a deep synthesis of the theoretical framework, practical application and awareness of the complex intersubjective realities of psychotherapy. This happens with experienced trainers and supervisors, in close supervision of clinical work, along with theoretical assessments and a final dissertation. 

Read more about training in The Conversational Model

Read more on the theory and research behind The Conversational model 

PBANZ Registration for Aotearoa New Zealand Graduates 

In order for New Zealand graduates to register as Psychotherapists in New Zealand, ANZAP training is required to meet the standards set by the Psychotherapy Board of Aotearoa New Zealand (PBANZ). Standards include the practical application of how ANZAP will meet te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.

A PBANZ accredited qualification is five years duration and a minimum of 900 client hours whilst the trainee is under supervision. To comply with PBANZ regulations, personal therapy is compulsory for the entire course. Personal therapy costs are to be met by the trainee and are separate to the course fees.

Enquiries:
Please direct all initial enquiries to the ANZAP office by email – info@anzap.com.au