The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis)
Also known as: Institute of Psycho-Analysis, London Clinic of Psycho Analysis
We are a UK wide and international community of professionals, dedicated to helping people enhance their lives through an intensive talking therapy, psychoanalysis. The Institute of Psychoanalysis is the outward face and training body of the British Psychoanalytic Society. We organise public events, lectures and conferences and publish The International Journal of Psychoanalysis.
Activities & Mission
We are a UK wide and international community of professionals, dedicated to helping people enhance their lives through an intensive talking therapy, psychoanalysis. The Institute of Psychoanalysis is the outward face and training body of the British Psychoanalytic Society. We organise public events, lectures and conferences and publish The International Journal of Psychoanalysis.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 304). How is this calculated?
Higher than 70% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,139,972 | £2,357,765 | £2,323,674 | £10,256,051 | £563,458 | 24 / 150 |
| 2024 | £2,276,785 | £2,258,385 | £2,176,240 | £10,382,261 | £707,713 | 24 / 75 |
| 2023 | £2,163,047 | £2,140,434 | £2,108,455 | £9,927,572 | £668,153 | 23 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,137,891 | £2,101,714 | £2,069,403 | £9,675,111 | £621,000 | 22 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,483,169 | £1,818,820 | £1,786,115 | £10,323,437 | £629,397 | 23 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis)
What does The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) do?
We are a UK wide and international community of professionals, dedicated to helping people enhance their lives through an intensive talking therapy, psychoanalysis. The Institute of Psychoanalysis is the outward face and training body of the British Psychoanalytic Society. We organise public events, lectures and conferences and publish The International Journal of Psychoanalysis.
How much income did The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) report in 2025?
The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) reported total income of £2.14m and reported expenditure of £2.36m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis)?
The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) has a program ratio of 108.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 304 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) registered as a charity?
The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 November 1962 as charity number 212330. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis)?
The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Elizabeth Alison Coates Thummel. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) operate?
The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) a registered charity?
Yes — The British Psychoanalytical Society (incorporating The Institute Of Psychoanalysis) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 212330.
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Also Known As
- Institute of Psycho-Analysis
- London Clinic of Psycho Analysis
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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