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Professional associations and membership organizations for mental health practitioners. Sub-categories exist for associations related to consumers, and specific afflictions....
This page was last updated on July 10th, 2008
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European Association for Transactional Analysis (EATA)European Association for Transactional Analysis (EATA)
Established to promote knowledge and research on Transactional Analysis, develop its theory, and ensure agreed standards of practice.
The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic StressThe American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress
A multidisciplinary network of professionals committed to the advancement of intervention for survivors of trauma. Members in every state of the United States and over 40 foreign countries.
Harvard Program in Refugee TraumaHarvard Program in Refugee Trauma
Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma has spent 25 years caring for the health and mental needs of survivors of mass violence and torture, through a combined practice of clinical experience and medical research.
APA Division 42: Psychologists in Independent PracticeAPA Division 42: Psychologists in Independent Practice
Public and members areas including mental health related articles and official documents.
International Organisation of Psychomotricty and Relaxation TherapyInternational Organisation of Psychomotricty and Relaxation Therapy
Site of international psychomotor therapists. Information on upcoming events. In English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.
American Counseling AssociationAmerican Counseling Association
The ACA promotes the counseling profession through work in advocacy, research and professional standards. The site has general information and on-line skill expansion courses.
American Association for Geriatric PsychiatryAmerican Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
AAGP is a national association representing and serving its members and the field of geriatric psychiatry. It is dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people and improving the care of those with late life mental disorders.
International Psychoanalytical AssociationInternational Psychoanalytical Association
Professional association for psychoanalysts worldwide, instituted by Sigmund Freud some 90 years ago. Online newsletter, forthcoming events, member services.
International Network on Personal RelationshipsInternational Network on Personal Relationships
INPR is a member organization for those who study or treat relationships.
Center for Quality Assessment and Improvement in Mental Health, CQAIMHCenter for Quality Assessment and Improvement in Mental Health, CQAIMH
Based at the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital, CQAIMH develops and tests methods to evaluate the quality of mental health care. Inventory of mental health quality measures. Useful to clinicians, care managers, payers,
Psychotherapists and Counsellors Professional AssociationPsychotherapists and Counsellors Professional Association
Main professional organisation of psychotherapists and counsellors in UK. Own code of conduct and independent complaints procedure to protect both practitioners and patients.
National Institute of Mental HealthNational Institute of Mental Health
Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of various mental illnesses. Included are brochures and information sheets, reports, press releases, fact sheets, and other educational materials.
United States of America Transactional Analysis AssociationUnited States of America Transactional Analysis Association
A community of psychotherapy professionals utilizing the principles of transactional analysis.
National Stigma ClearinghouseNational Stigma Clearinghouse
Focuses on inaccurate images of mental illness in news, advertising, and entertainment media. This association provides this information on request to mental health organizations, educators, consumers, families, students, researchers, and professionals in
International Transactional Analysis AssociationInternational Transactional Analysis Association
A scientific organization which facilitates international communication among people and groups who use transactional analysis.
Silvan S. Tomkins InstituteSilvan S. Tomkins Institute
Dedicated to the enhancement of the understanding of human emotion. Supports research on affect theory and script theory. Articles, publications, audio and videos tapes, membership information, and study groups.
American Psychiatric AssociationAmerican Psychiatric Association
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) has 38,000 U.S. and international member physicians with the goal of ensuring humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder, including mental retardation and substance-related disorders
American Association of Anger Management ProvidersAmerican Association of Anger Management Providers
The American Association of Anger Management Providers is committed to establishing standards for providers nationwide. Provides research, self-help articles, CDs, videos and client books for persons experiencing problems in managing anger.
American Mental Health Counselors AssociationAmerican Mental Health Counselors Association
Enhances the profession of mental health counseling through advocacy, education and professional development.
American Psychological AssociationAmerican Psychological Association
Promotes research and represents the professional interests of psychologists in the United States. Includes information on publications and conferences, and a find-a-psychologist referral feature.
Northwest Alliance for Psychoanalytic StudyNorthwest Alliance for Psychoanalytic Study
Seattle-based, non-profit, interdisciplinary organization that includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors and nurses. Dedicated to making psychoanalytic knowledge available and useful to interested professionals.
ISIPT -  International Society for Interpersonal PsychotherapyISIPT - International Society for Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Provides information about IPT and its clinical and research applications. It also provides background information and contact details for the Society.
National Council for Community Behavioral HealthcareNational Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
A nonprofit trade association serving the education, advocacy and networking needs of more than 800 community providers of mental health and addiction treatment services.
Christian Medical Foundation Intl.Christian Medical Foundation Intl.
New school of medical thought and practice, "Logopsychosomatic Medicine", originated by Dr. William Standish Reed, president of Christian Medical Foundation for the past 40 years.
American Psychiatric FoundationAmerican Psychiatric Foundation
Provides grant support for programs in public education that increase awareness and understanding of mental disorders, advocacy initiatives that empower patients and their families to make informed healthcare choices, and research focused on the treatment
Psychiatric Studies CentrePsychiatric Studies Centre
Association whose purpose is scientific research in the fields of psychiatry, psychopharmacology and social psychiatry.
The Soup Can LeagueThe Soup Can League
A grassroots Mental Health organization with a sense of humor. Learn about patient's rights. Visit the museums. Get advice on dealing with medication side effects.
The National Fair Access Coalition on TestingThe National Fair Access Coalition on Testing
FACT's mission is to protect fair access to psychological and educational tests by properly trained professionals to better serve the public.
New HopeNew Hope
Information about the organization which offers new hope for recovery from serious mental illness. Includes details about the program, newsletter and fund raising.
Canadian Academy Of Geriatric Psychiatry (CAGP)Canadian Academy Of Geriatric Psychiatry (CAGP)
A national organization of psychiatrists dedicated to promoting mental health in the Canadian elderly population through clinical, educational and research activities of its members.
Association for Assessment in CounselingAssociation for Assessment in Counseling
Provides leadership, training, and research in measurement, assessment, and testing for counselors, educators and other professionals.
Association of VA Psychologist LeadersAssociation of VA Psychologist Leaders
Addresses the professional needs and concerns of Veterans Affairs psychologists.
American Association for Therapeutic HumorAmerican Association for Therapeutic Humor
AATH. Therapeutic humor resources and articles. Develops and supports research into the use of humor in therapy.
National Mental Health AssociationNational Mental Health Association
Dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental disorders and achieving victory over mental illnesses through advocacy, education, research and service. News, event calendar, position statements, history, mental health facts, donation information.
The Centre for Mental Health Services Research Inc.The Centre for Mental Health Services Research Inc.
A collaborative organisation recognised for bridging science and service to improve the effectiveness of mental health services and policy decisions. Australia.
American Association of Psychotherapists, Inc.American Association of Psychotherapists, Inc.
A professional association of mental health clinicians dedicated to the support and development of psychotherapy.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent PsychiatryAmerican Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
AACAP. Membership information and benefits, news, publications, research and training. Child and adolescent psychiatry definition and FAQ, glossary of symptoms and illnesses, public health issues, and publications catalog.
The Sandtray NetworkThe Sandtray Network
A non-profit organization founded to promote learning, healing, and creativity through the use of the sandtray.
American Association for Marriage and Family TherapyAmerican Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy.
Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice in the UKAssociation for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice in the UK
AFT members work to improve the standards of professional family therapy and systems practice by promoting family system ideas in practice, training, management and research.
The National Coalition Of Mental Health Professionals And Consumers, Inc.The National Coalition Of Mental Health Professionals And Consumers, Inc.
Professionals, consumers, and consumer advocates working to address the negative impact of managed care on patients and professionals in mental health care.
Ness FoundationNess Foundation
Conducting research into safer treatments for schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder and ADHD, particularly in connection with dietary lipids and oxidative stress.
Equine Assisted Growth and Learning AssociationEquine Assisted Growth and Learning Association
A non-profit organization for the field of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), a growing field in which horses are used as an effective tool in the treatment of mental health.
American Orthopsychiatric AssociationAmerican Orthopsychiatric Association
A multidisciplinary membership association which focuses on clinical issues and social justice issues within the mental health care professions.
Southwest Hypnotherapist Examining BoardSouthwest Hypnotherapist Examining Board
The site lists hypnotherapists that are certified by SHEB. Also lists the requirements for membership, frequently asked questions about hypnotherapy and links to another complementary web sites.
Institute of PsychiatryInstitute of Psychiatry
Post-graduate education and research in psychiatry, psychology, and allied disciplines associated with Kings College, London.
International Association For Regression Research and TherapiesInternational Association For Regression Research and Therapies
Offers training, certification, conferences, continuing education, and publications.
Minnesota Association of Community Mental Health Programs, Inc.Minnesota Association of Community Mental Health Programs, Inc.
The Minnesota Association of Community Mental Health Programs (MACMHP) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving quality through education, public policy advocacy and member services
International Society for Mental Health OnlineInternational Society for Mental Health Online
The international Internet mental health education, advocacy, and information organization for professionals and consumers.
National Center for American Indian/Alaska Native Mental Health ResearchNational Center for American Indian/Alaska Native Mental Health Research
The only program of this type in the country focusing specifically on American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Includes project descriptions and online journal.
Society of Biological PsychiatrySociety of Biological Psychiatry
Professional association supports research in medical psychiatry with humanitarian, emotional, psychological, and socio-cultural orientation. Publishes the journal "Biological Psychiatry." Founded 1945.
World Federation for Mental HealthWorld Federation for Mental Health
Seeks to improve mental health services, reduce the stigma associated with mental and emotional disorders, protect human rights of the mentally ill, promote mental health, and identify mental health issues.
Intentional Care Performance StandardsIntentional Care Performance Standards
These standards help bridge the gap between the principles of recovery and empowerment and the real-world application of these principles in the everyday work of direct service staff and their supervisors. They were developed by Advocates, Inc. and Patric
National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and DepressionNational Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression
NARSAD is a national, not-for-profit organization whose primary objective is to raise funds to find the causes, cures, better treatments, and prevention of severe brain disorders.
The National Register On the WebThe National Register On the Web
Largest credentialing organization for licensed psychologists; evaluates their education, training and experience to determine if they meet the criteria for recognition as credentialed health service providers in psychology.Site provides free online searc
International Association of Group PsychotherapyInternational Association of Group Psychotherapy
Conference in Zadar, Croatia 2001. Applications accepted from Mediterranean countries and from other European countries, North America and Africa.
The National Association of State Mental Health Program DirectorsThe National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors
For the collective interests of State Mental Health Authorities and their directors at the national level. NASMHPD analyzes trends in the delivery and financing of mental health services and builds and disseminates knowledge and experience reflecting the
PsychogeriatricsPsychogeriatrics
A public service of the International Psychogeriatric Association. Meeting schedule and news releases.
Pro Aid AutismePro Aid Autisme
Pro Aid Autisme is working for better answers to the needs of people challenged by autism or similar disorders of communication.
The Psychiatry Research TrustThe Psychiatry Research Trust
A charity that raises funds for mental illness and brain disease research at the Institute of Psychiatry, a world-recognised centre for psychiatric and psychological medicine. Contains information for the public written by leading experts.
Mental Research InstituteMental Research Institute
Training, workshops, clinical services, and research in interactional/systemic studies, psychotherapy, brief therapy, and family therapy.
Law and Psychiatry InstituteLaw and Psychiatry Institute
The Law and Psychiatry Institute of the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System provides a multidisciplinary approach to the field of forensic mental health. LPI works to address individual needs as well as issues of public import that arise at the
Association of Humanistic Psychology PractitionersAssociation of Humanistic Psychology Practitioners
Provides information about therapists, counsellors, and other practitioners who apply the theories of Humanistic Psychology to their work.
The International Association of Anxiety ManagementThe International Association of Anxiety Management
An informative resource website for sufferers of anxiety disorders, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder and post traumatic stress disorder.
Gestalt Center for Psychotherapy and TrainingGestalt Center for Psychotherapy and Training
Gestalt therapy training program for mental health professionals and referral service to Gestalt trained therapists in NYC area
Association of Mormon Counselors and PsychotherapistsAssociation of Mormon Counselors and Psychotherapists
An international professional organization of mental health professionals whose common bond is adherence to the principles and standards of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
California Committee of Concerned Psychologists Advocate oh behalf of State  Psychiatric PatientsCalifornia Committee of Concerned Psychologists Advocate oh behalf of State Psychiatric Patients
We are a patients rights advocacy group comprised of mental health professionals and public citizens aimed at insuring quality patient care in public psychiatric facilities.
Institute for the Study of Therapeutic ChangeInstitute for the Study of Therapeutic Change
Association of therapists dedicated to improving therapy practices. Contains latest research on "what works" in therapy translated into principles for clinical practice.
Institute for Training in PsychodynamicsInstitute for Training in Psychodynamics
Institute for Training in Psychodynamics - Provides information about seminars, psychoanalysis & related Material
Association for Birth PsychologyAssociation for Birth Psychology
The first organization of professionals interested in the psychological impact of pregnancy, birth, and the perinatal period on personality. Research and clinical practice of psychotherapy and empirical investigation of the fetus, pregnancy, parents, and
TheArcLink IncorporatedTheArcLink Incorporated
Non-profit advocacy organization with a national database listing providers of home and community-based services for people with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. News, links, glossary, sponsors, and resources.
International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of OrganizationsInternational Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organizations
Provides a forum for academics, clinicians, consultants and others interested in working in and with organizations utilizing psychoanalytic concepts and insights.
Center for Research into Psychological DevelopmentCenter for Research into Psychological Development
Focus on research with a developmental psychopathology orientation.
American Psychotherapy AssociationAmerican Psychotherapy Association
Membership information, newsletter, e-zine, and continuing education information.
International Primal AssociationInternational Primal Association
A community of feeling-oriented people, who highly value primal process and other deep feeling work as modalities.
National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral TherapistsNational Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists
The NACBT provides certification in cognitive-behavioral therapy, along with seminars and workshops. Site contains new interactive CBT Forum for discussion of CBT.
International Society for Orthomolecular MedicineInternational Society for Orthomolecular Medicine
Society to educate health professionals and the public in the benefits and practice of orthomolecular medicine through publications, conferences and seminars. Contains research, newsletters, journal, membership and conference information.
Violent Death Bereavement SocietyViolent Death Bereavement Society
Serves as a centralized forum of information and training for service providers of loved ones and family members after violent death.
American Academy of PsychotherapistsAmerican Academy of Psychotherapists
American Academy of Psychotherapists (AAP): To enhance the person of the psychotherapist. AAP is a multi-disci- plinary group of caring therapists who are committed to the art and science of psychotherapy.
National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA)National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA)
Association seeking relief for the substance abuse and mental health needs of the United States Latino population. News, events, current issues, how to join.
Screening for Mental HealthScreening for Mental Health
Organization dedicated to coordinating nationwide mental health screening programs and to ensure cooperation, professionalism, and accountability in mental illness screenings. Contains support information for setting up screenings for specific disorders.
Institute for Integrative PsychotherapyInstitute for Integrative Psychotherapy
Integrative Psychotherapy's guiding principle is that the decisions made and beliefs formed during one's formative years continue to shape and influence one's perceptions, feelings and behaviors throughout life.
Community OptionsCommunity Options
Incorporated on February 9, 1989 to develop residential and employment supports for people with severe disabilities, utilizing technology and training. Serving 11 states.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International AssociationEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association
EMDRIA® promotes high standards of excellence and integrity in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) practice, research and education. EMDR treatment is the resolution of emotional distress arising from difficult childhood experiences,or
Association  for Psychological TherapistsAssociation for Psychological Therapists
APT is an independent organisation, founded in 1981, dedicated to providing top-quality training for the helping professions nurses, social workers, probation officers, occupational therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and many others.
Center for Mental Health ServicesCenter for Mental Health Services
Links users to the Federal efforts to treat mental illnesses, promote mental health, and prevent the development or worsening of mental illness.
American College of Mental Health AdministrationAmerican College of Mental Health Administration
National organization for mental health and substance abuse administrators, consumers, and family leaders.

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