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  Benefits of APA Membership Diplomate Status Executive Board Roster Goals & Purpose Levels of Membership Locator Service Membership Applications Mission Statement Psychotherapists Oath           |
Diplomate Status
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Diplomate status is a prestigious designation that all psychotherapists should strive to attain. It is based on measurable skills, knowledge, experience, education and training.
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Displaying this certification proclaims to all that you have mastered your specialty within the field of psychotherapy. All applicants must have a minimum of four years of professional psychotherapy experience. Successful applicants must possess and maintain an excellent professional portfolio and demonstrate extensive education, experience, knowledge, skill and training. Diplomates are expected to complete a minimum of 15 continuing education credits per year to maintain their status. Diplomate status through the American Psychotherapy Association is registered with the National Certification Commission and is a voluntary process that recognizes excellence in the profession of psychotherapy. How to Apply for Diplomate Status Applying for Diplomate status with the APA is easy. Simply complete a short application and submit copies of your resume and supporting materials. For more information or for help with the application process please call toll free (800) 205-9165 or e-mail [email protected].
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 “Each time my copy of Annals arrives, I open it immediately! I’m very eager to read the various articles that contain something of interest for all psychotherapists. While I appreciate the articles on newer, cutting-edge topics such as life coaching, professional writing, and working with the media, I can also be certain that more traditional subjects are included. Because of the diversity of articles and the format of Annals, I’m inclined to read it and share it with other colleagues!”--Anne D. Gooding, Ph.D., DSW, CSW, DAPA |
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--James F. Zender, Ph.D., DAPA |
"Psychotherapy has become an endangered species, devalued and de-professionalized in our society. The APA dedicates its resources to uplifting this healing art form to the status it deserves. As a professional organization it strives to protect psychotherapy from the multitude of forces currently hostile to its development." 
