Foundation Course
A one year foundation course in psychotherapy, counselling & coaching, which three terms of study and training, leads to the NSPC foundation certificate in psychotherapy and counsellingCertified Courses for CPD
The Existential Academy hosts a number of certified courses for professionals, certified as part of continuing professional development.Existential Psychotherapy Training
A full clinical training programme for those wishing to become eligible for UKCP registration as Existential Psychotherapists while also adding a Masters degree to their existing ...Welcome to the Existential Academy!
The Existential Academy is a Community Interest company, based in West Hampstead in London and is the heart of the existential psychotherapy community.
We offer studies, training and further education in psychotherapy and in particular in existential psychotherapy. Our approach draws on a long philosophical tradition, but brings this up to date applying it in a practical way to enable people to achieve greater wellbeing despite the demands, challenges, and frustrations of contemporary life.
The Existential Academy provides a yearlong foundation course designed to be closely integrated with the training courses provided by the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling.
Existential Academy is delighted to host and announce NSPC's 30th Anniversary Conference
Existential Courage
✨ A Conference Celebrating 30 Years of NSPC ✨
The Existential Academy is delighted to host a special conference to commemorate 30 years of the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling.
We will soon be publishing the full agenda and booking link for the day, including an after party.
When: Saturday 10th October 2026
Where: One Birdcage Walk, Westminster, London
What to Expect:
- Keynote speech from Prof Emmy van Deurzen
- Panel discussions on a range of topics including existential courage
- Light refreshments and lunch
- Optional after party at the venue (limited tickets!)