First Time Attendees

First Time Attending the National Meeting?

The American Psychoanalytic Association is thrilled to welcome you! We hope it will be the first of many more to come. By choosing to attend, you are making a valuable investment in expanding and developing your professional knowledge and skills. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with a terrific group of psychoanalysts and psychodynamic psychotherapists.

Attending APsA’s National Meeting for the first time might feel overwhelming, but don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for more information about what to expect and how to make the most of your time at the National Meeting.

Before the National Meeting:

Schedule an appointment with a program committee member who will review the program with you and offer suggestions regarding what sessions might be most beneficial and enjoyable to you based on your interests. To arrange this, email meetadmin@apsa.org with a brief bio detailing your professional background and interests. A program committee member will reach out to you via phone or email.

Financial Assistance

If you need financial support to attend, our partnership with RESTEM can provide a limited amount of assistance based on APsA member donations. Please visit our financial assistance webpage for more information.

Registering to Attend

Registration for the National Meeting begins on November 10. You must have an APsA account in order to register for the National Meeting. If you don’t have one, you can create an account here.

After you’ve created an APsA account, you will be in the Portal. From this Portal, select the “Return to Home” button. Click “Events” at the top of the screen, then “Browse Events.” Then select “2027 National Meeting” to register.

Please review the registration fees and categories page before you begin.

Registration Categories & Pricing

At the National Meeting:

First Time Attendee Ribbon

Pick up a First Time Attendee ribbon to wear on your badge when you check in for the Meeting. It’s a great conversation starter and an easy way to connect with other attendees. Of course, wearing one is completely optional.

First Time Attendee Gathering

Monday, February 1, 2027 | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

For those attending the meetings for the very first time join APsA staff, leadership, and other first timers at this informal cocktail party. Our goal is for you to meet leadership, staff, and other attendees so you’ll recognize familiar faces throughout the rest of the meeting week!