Psychotherapy Minimum

The Psychotherapy Minimum Program (PTM) offers supplementary education in the theory of psychotherapy for aspiring and practicing psychotherapists who wish to uphold the EAP standards in their work.

The Program covers topics necessary to understand psychotherapy as a discipline in itself, as well as concepts included in psychotherapy training programs.

The program is spread over 16 teaching days, divided into 6 blocks held over 36 months. The program concludes with a final exam.


Who is the program for?

It is intended for applicants who are on their way to becoming a psychotherapist and wish to follow up with a comprehensive psychotherapy training program, for example:

  • University graduates majoring in fields other than psychology (preferably in humanities, with at least a bachelor’s degree).
  • Medical doctors from specialties other than psychiatry.

It is also designed for:

  • Candidates for Biosynthetic Psychotherapy Training who don‘t hold a master’s degree in psychology or a psychiatry specialization. Enrolling in the PTM is a prerequisite for admission, as it provides the essential theoretical foundation needed for professional psychotherapeutic practice. Completion of the PTM does not automatically guarantee acceptance into the Training.
  • Participants in different psychotherapy training programs.
  • Practicing psychotherapists of any orientation who wish to attend only selected topics within PTM, have special “visitor places” available in the program.
  • Members of the general public wishing to deepen their theoretical understanding of psychotherapy.

PTM is primarily designed as theoretical preparation for future psychotherapy training, therefore applicants with professional or volunteer experience in helping professions or the social sector are given priority admission.

Submitting an application does not automatically grant participation seat. You will be informed about your acceptance based on the evaluation of your eligibility and seat availability.

PTM does not replace training in psychotherapy, and completion of this program does not qualify you to practice as a psychotherapist — it is strictly supplementary theoretical education.

Venue: Czech Institute of Biosynthetic Psychotherapy, Na Míčánce 32, Prague 6

Scope: 16 days, 128 hours
Fee for the whole program: CZK 39,800 + VAT
Final exam fee: CZK 2,500 + VAT
Fee for retaking one day: CZK 1,000 + VAT
Fee for one “visitor” day: CZK 1,800 + VAT


Certification:

Upon completion, graduates receive a certificate listing the total number of hours and topics covered.

In line with the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP) accreditation process, the Czech Institute of Biosynthetic Psychotherapy became an accredited training institute (EAPTI) in 2014. Thanks to this accreditation, the Institute can directly award the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP) after successful completion of the full Biosynthetic Psychotherapy Training program.


Studied Topics

Psychopathology

This workshop is divided into two parts, focusing on general and special psychopathology.

General psychopathology topics include concepts of normality, definitions of mental disorder and health, and issues related to consciousness, thinking, perception and its disorders, cognitive functions, motivation, emotions, and manifestations of stress, among others.

Special psychopathology focuses on organic mental disorders, addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, psychotic and neurotic disorders, personality disorders, sexual disorders, and child psychopathology

Trainer: MUDr. Alena Večeřová-Procházková

Psychotherapy

The workshop begins with an overview of different types of therapy (short-term, long-term, individual, group, couples, family, etc.). It then examines major therapeutic approaches in detail — psychodynamic and depth psychology, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, systemic and systems theory, and body-oriented methods. The session concludes with an introduction to the basic legal framework of psychotherapy and mandatory reporting obligations.

Trainer: PhDr. Ondřej Matějka, PhD.

Neurophysiology

This workshop offers a brief overview of the human neuroanatomy, focusing on the neuropsychology of mental functions (perception, attention, motor function, memory, speech) and lateralization of brain functions.

The second part addresses nervous system functions in attachment formation, during traumatic events, and the application of basic neurophysiological knowledge in caring for traumatized individuals.

The aim is to provide students with essential theoretical knowledge in neurophysiology, introduce basic methodological approaches, and give opportunities to develop practical skills related to trauma and attachment work.

Trainer: MUDr. Mgr. Kristýna Drozdová, Ph.D.

Personality Theory

Workshop nabídne přehled psychoanalytických teorií osobnosti, struktury a dynamiky osobnosti a vývoj ega.

Budete se věnovat hlavním psychoanalytický teoriím a jejich specifickým názorům na osobnost včetně teorie objektních vztahů a psychoanalytické vývojové teorie (teorie attachementu, separačně individuační teorie Mahlerové, aj.).

Současně se zaměříte na hlavní principy psychoanalytické terapie a jejich použití v rámci terapii.

Trainer: PhDr. Ondřej Matějka, PhD.

Crisis Intervention

An introduction to crisis intervention, this workshop addresses types of crisis situations, crisis phases, and common characteristics of situations in which people seek crisis help. It looks in detail at professional intervention options, basic tools, and crisis procedures in various contexts.

It also covers how crisis support functions in different systems — from emergency services to helping professions — and how emergency psychotherapy relates to short-, medium-, and long-term psychotherapy.

Specific focus areas include suicide, shock, acute stress reactions, crises in the context of somatic and mental illness, and more.

The workshop includes analysis of interview examples, role-plays, and practical exercises.

Trainer: PhDr. Daniela Vodáčková

Ethics in Therapeutic Practice

The seminar begins with an introduction to ethics — basic concepts, a brief history of ethics, and core ethical theories — along with the four fundamental principles of medical ethics and their relevance to psychotherapeutic practice. It also covers informed consent, confidentiality, the therapist–client relationship (including boundaries, dual relationships, transference, and countertransference), and selected concepts from sociology, cultural studies, and psychology essential for understanding ethical issues.

The second part focuses on addressing ethical issues or uncertainties in practice. The program can be tailored to address specific questions from participants.

Trainer: Mgr. Gabriela Dymešová


Payment and Cancellation Policy

Payment is made upon receipt of an invoice, which will be sent by e-mail.

Cancellation 0–6 days before the course: no refund.

Cancellation 7–60 days before the course: 50% cancellation fee.

Medical or other serious reasons are considered on a case-by-case basis.

For any questions or clarifications, please contact minimum@biosynteza.cz.