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Levels of Membership
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Master Therapist The highest honor the American Psychotherapy Association can bestow upon a member. Applicants must submit a portfolio demonstrating a distinguished professional career as a helping professional with an outstanding record of service to others, participation in charitable works, and contributions to the betterment of society. Click here for full details. Fellow Status The second highest honor and status the American Psychotherapy Association can bestow upon a member. Candidates for Fellow status must have achieved advanced standing or recognition in the field of psychotherapy as a result of significant contributions through years of continuous service to their profession. Diplomate Status Distinguishes the psychotherapist as having met specific and stringent competency-based requirements in the field of psychotherapy. It is a prestigious, earned designation, demonstrating your superior skills and knowledge among colleagues and the public. Click here for full details. Demonstrates loyalty, support, and dedication to the field of psychotherapy. The one time contribution, entitles you to a lifetime subscription to the Annals, substantial discounts on conference registrations and continuing education and eliminates the annual dues payment required for members. This level of membership symbolizes a commitment shared by the organization. Click here for the online application. A stepping stone for individuals who desire to be associated with APA. As a member, you have full privileges and access to all benefits and services. An Associate Membership is available for those who wish to begin networking with highly respected psychotherapist members in the pursuit of educational goals. Click here for the online application. Available only to those who are enrolled full time per semester. For these students, there is a reduced membership fee that assures special opportunities for further education. Click here for the online application. |
 “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." 
