named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
BIPOC Fellowship Program
Fellowship for advanced MSW students from Columbia, Fordham, Hunter College, and NYU committed to providing culturally affirming mental health care to marginalized communities
Care and Counseling Program
Outpatient mental health services including individual, couples, family, and group therapy, psychiatric evaluation, and medication management
Psychoanalytic Training Program
Post-graduate certification program offering comprehensive coursework, clinical supervision, and personal psychoanalysis for candidates from diverse professional backgrounds
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Professional Training and Certification in Mental Health 3 activities
- Deliver psychoanalytic training programs for mental health professionalsProvides comprehensive psychoanalytic training structured around ABAP core competencies, including coursework completed over four years, clinical supervision, and preparation for New York State licensure in psychoanalysis. The program includes a Clinical Training Conference each semester and supports trainees through the Licensed Psychoanalyst Track.
- Establish professional community for psychoanalysts and traineesFounded the Blanton-Peale Psychoanalytic Society in 2024 to support a professional community of psychoanalysts, clinicians, faculty, and trainees through lectures, peer supervision groups, digital engagement, and member support initiatives.
- Operate BIPOC Fellowship Program for emerging therapistsRuns a fellowship for advanced-year MSW students and emerging therapists focused on delivering culturally affirming mental health care to Black, Indigenous, Latin, Asian, and other historically marginalized communities. The program includes clinical training, mentorship, individual and group supervision, and requires fellows to maintain a weekly caseload while delivering therapy and community engagement activities.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 2 activities
- Provide high-volume psychotherapy through OMH-licensed counseling centerDelivers thousands of psychotherapy sessions monthly through its Office of Mental Health (OMH)-licensed counseling center, serving clients locally and nationally through virtual models adopted during and after 2020.
- Provide mental health services through integrated care modelOffers individual, couples, family, and group therapy, as well as psychiatric evaluations and medication management, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including talk therapists and medication-prescribing providers. Services are available in-person and via telehealth, with options for sliding-scale fees or insurance coverage including Medicaid.
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Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Employ licensed mental health professionals for clinical servicesEmploys over 70 licensed and trained mental health professionals to deliver clinical care and training programs.
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Virtual Education Continuity Programs 1 activity
- Expand service capacity through facility and operational growthIncreased service delivery capacity by leasing an additional floor and opening a new second floor in December 2017, and transitioned to a fully virtual model in 2020 before adopting a hybrid in-person and virtual model for counseling and training.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Host Norman Vincent Peale Awards for Positive ThinkingOrganizes and hosts the annual Norman Vincent Peale Awards for Positive Thinking, recognizing leaders in ministry and wellness.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.10M
Contributions & grants$633K15%
Program service revenue$3.34M82%
Investment income$115K3%
Other revenue$11K
expenses
Total expenses$4.82M
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$2.46M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.31M
Cash$135K
Investments$975K
Liabilities$333K
Net assets$1.98M
Liquid reserves2.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +15.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIMOTHY ROBERTS | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $216K |
| RAMESH PERSAUD | CONTROLLER | 40 | $136K |
| SHAWNA AARONS-COOKE | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 40 | $134K |
board members · 13
- CASEY R KEMPER — VICE CHAIRMAN
- CLIFF PEALE — BOARD TRUSTEE
- COLIN LAUGHLIN — TREASURER
- DAVID L HARRIS ESQ — BOARD TRUSTEE
- ELIZABETH PEALE ALLEN — CHAIRMAN
- JACK GRIEM — BOARD TRUSTEE
- JULIA KANG-REAVES — BOARD TRUSTEE
- KELSANAH WADE — BOARD TRUSTEE
- KIM ANDERSON — BOARD TRUSTEE
- LAUREN MCGILL — SECRETARY
- MICHELLE MUNOZ-MACHEN — BOARD TRUSTEE
- REV DR JAMES J WISECUP — BOARD TRUSTEE
- WILLIAM KINN — BOARD TRUSTEE
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- 1199 Benefits Fund Partner — In-network insurance provider accepted by Blanton-Peale for mental health services.
- Aetna Partner — In-network insurance provider accepted by Blanton-Peale for mental health services.
- American Board for Accreditation in Psychoanalysis Government — Candidate status for accreditation and alignment with ABAP core competencies
- Blanton-Peale Psychoanalytic Society Network — Subsidiary professional society established and operated by Blanton-Peale Institute to serve psychoanalysts, clinicians, faculty, and trainees.
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy Network — Membership in BACP supports professional standards and psychoanalytic practice
- Columbia University Partner — Partner institution whose MSW students are eligible for the BIPOC Fellowship Program.
- Dr. Smiley Blanton Partner — Co-founder of the organization and psychiatrist trained by Sigmund Freud who helped pioneer the integration of psychology and faith in counseling.
- Emblem Health Partner — In-network insurance provider accepted by Blanton-Peale for mental health services.
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — In-network insurance provider accepted by Blanton-Peale for mental health services, excluding Blue Access Plans.
- Fidelis Care Partner — In-network insurance provider accepted by Blanton-Peale for mental health services.
- Fordham University Partner — Partner institution whose MSW students are eligible for the BIPOC Fellowship Program.
- Hunter College Partner — Partner institution whose MSW students are eligible for the BIPOC Fellowship Program.
- Marble Collegiate Church Partner — Partner organization whose leader is recognized by the Norman Vincent Peale Awards
- Metropolitan Hospital Partner — Partner hospital referenced in therapist affiliations for training and supervision.
- National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis Network — Member of NAAP to advance psychoanalytic education and practice
- New Brunswick Theological Seminary Partner — Partner organization whose leader is recognized by the Norman Vincent Peale Awards
- New York University Partner — Partner institution whose MSW students are eligible for the BIPOC Fellowship Program.
- Norman Vincent Peale Partner — Co-founder of the Blanton-Peale Institute
- Rev. Dr. Norman Vincent Peale Partner — Co-founder of the organization who partnered with Dr. Smiley Blanton to integrate psychology and faith in counseling.
- Sigmund Freud University Partner — Partner institution in Vienna, Austria for psychoanalytic training collaboration
- Smiley Blanton Partner — Co-founder of the Blanton-Peale Institute
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culturally Affirming, Trauma-Informed Caremethodology: culturally_affirming_trauma_informed_careBy integrating cultural affirmation, empowerment, and trauma-informed principles into mental health care, the institute produces holistic and effective treatment because this approach respects client identity, builds on resilience, and addresses systemic inequities in service delivery.
- Holistic, Multi-Modal Psychoanalytic Trainingmethodology: integrated_psychoanalytic_trainingBy combining classical and contemporary psychoanalytic training with personal analysis, clinical supervision, and interdisciplinary perspectives, the institute develops well-rounded, culturally competent clinicians because this integrated model fosters deep self-awareness and clinical adaptability.
- Integration of Psychology and Faith in Pastoral Counselingmethodology: psychology_and_faith_integrationBy combining psychological principles with faith-based frameworks, the institute addresses emotional and relational suffering more comprehensively because spiritual beliefs are central to many clients' identities and healing processes.