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APA Division 42: Psychologists in Independent Practice
Public and members areas including mental health related articles and official documents.
http://www.division42.org/
The Psychiatry Research Trust
A charity that raises funds for mental illness and brain disease research at a centre for psychiatric and psychological medicine. Contains information for the public written by leading experts.
http://www.iop.kcl.ac.uk/iop/prt/default.h...
National psychodrama training center
Promotes a program which provides training in the psychodamatic method, lists workshop locations and dates, offers bios of trainers, and a guide to training.
http://www.nationalpsychodramatrainingcent...
Association of VA Psychologist Leaders
Addresses the professional needs and concerns of Veterans Affairs psychologists.
http://www.avapl.org/
Association of Humanistic Psychology Practitioners
Provides information about therapists, counsellors, and other practitioners who apply the theories of Humanistic Psychology to their work.
http://www.ahpp.org
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.
http://www.cagp.ca/
National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists
The NACBT provides certification in cognitive-behavioral therapy, along with seminars and workshops.
http://www.nacbt.org
Christian Medical Foundation Intl.
New school of medical thought and practice.
http://www.wwmedical.com/cmf/
American 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.
http://www.apa.org/
Sunderland People First
A self advocacy group for people with learning disabilities.
http://www.sunderlandpeoplefirst.org.uk/
The 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.
http://www.aaets.org/
British Hypnotherapy Association
An organization of practitioners who have had at least four years of relevant training and who comply with professional standards of competence and ethics in hypnotherapy.
http://www.hypnotherapy-association.org/
American Psychotherapy Association
Membership information, newsletter, e-zine, and continuing education information.
http://www.americanpsychotherapy.com/
Institute for Integrative Psychotherapy
Explains the role of the organization.
http://integrativetherapy.com
Association 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 obstetical considerations.
http://BirthPsychology.org/
American Association for Therapeutic Humor
AATH. Therapeutic humor resources and articles. Develops and supports research into the use of humor in therapy.
http://aath.org/
International Psychoanalytical Association
Professional association for psychoanalysts worldwide. Online newsletter, forthcoming events, member services.
http://www.ipa.org.uk/
Center for Research into Psychological Development
Focus on research with a developmental psychopathology orientation.
http://www.soton.ac.uk/~crpd
Law and Psychiatry Institute
Provides a multidisciplinary approach to the field of forensic mental health.
http://www.northshorelij.com/lawandpsych
United States of America Transactional Analysis Association
A community of psychotherapy professionals.
http://www.usataa.org/
The Kettle Friendship Society
A non-profit agency providing support and services to those suffering from mental illness.
http://www.thekettle.ca/
Institute 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.
http://www.talkingcure.com/
California Committee of Concerned Psychologists Advocate oh behalf of State Psychiatric Patients
Patients rights advocacy group comprised of mental health professionals and public citizens aimed at insuring quality patient care in public psychiatric facilities.
http://hometown.aol.com/cccpsychologists/m...
Mental Health Foundation
An Australian, non-governmental agency offering services for mental health consumers in the Canberra region.
http://www.mhf.org.au/
Society for Psychotherapy Research (UK)
Explains the role of this organization.
http://www.spr.org.uk/
International Psychogeriatric Association
An international community of scientists and healthcare geriatric professionals working for mental health in aging.
http://www.ipa-online.org/
International 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.
http://www.orthomed.org/
American Board of Mental Health Specialists
Monitors professional standards and conduct.
http://www.abmhs.org
National 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 the mental health field.
http://community-2.webtv.net/stigmanet/STI...
Center 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.
http://www.samhsa.gov/centers/cmhs/cmhs.ht...
American College of Mental Health Administration
National organization for mental health and substance abuse administrators, consumers, and family leaders.
http://www.acmha.org
World 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.
http://www.wfmh.com
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.
http://www.nomanagedcare.org/
The 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 integration of public mental health programming in evolving healthcare environments.
http://www.nasmhpd.org
European Association for Transactional Analysis (EATA)
Established to promote knowledge and research, develop theory, and ensure agreed standards of practice.
http://www.eatanews.org/
American Association of Anger Management Providers
Establishing standards for providers nationwide. Provides research, self-help articles, CDs, videos and client books.
http://www.angermanagementproviders.com
National Organization on Drug-Induced Disorders
A non-profit orgnanization providing accurate information and support regarding drug-induced disorders, which include: Hallucinongen Persisting Perception Disorder, Depersonalization Disorder, and Hallucinogen-induced Psychosis.
http://www.nodid.org
Association for Assessment in Counseling
Provides leadership, training, and research in measurement, assessment, and testing for counselors, educators and other professionals.
http://aac.ncat.edu/
American Mental Health Counselors Association
Enhances the profession of mental health counseling through advocacy, education and professional development.
http://www.amhca.org
Mental Research Institute
Training, workshops, clinical services, and research in interactional/systemic studies, psychotherapy, and family therapy.
http://www.mri.org
Silvan 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.
http://www.behavior.net/orgs/ssti/
The Penny Parks Foundation
Resolving childhood abuse and associated disorders.
http://www.ppfoundation.org/
Association 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.
http://www.aft.org.uk
Violent Death Bereavement Society
Forum of information and training for service providers offering assistance to relatives.
http://www.vdbs.org
International Primal Association
Explains the aims of the organization.
http://www.primals.org/
Psychotherapists and Counsellors Association of Western Australia, Inc.
Information about counselling and psychotherapy including how to choose a therapist and a directory outlining the professional profiles of qualified counsellors and psychotherapists in Western Australia. (List in PDF format)
http://www.pacawa.iinet.net.au
ISIPT - 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.
http://www.interpersonalpsychotherapy.org
Society of Biological Psychiatry
Professional association supports research in medical psychiatry with humanitarian, emotional, psychological, and socio-cultural orientation.
http://www.sobp.org/
American 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.
http://www.aagpgpa.org/
International Transactional Analysis Association
A scientific organization which facilitates international communication.
http://www.itaa-net.org/
Northwest 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.
http://www.nwaps.org
National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH)
Provides information for the public and practitioners in the field of mental health.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/
American 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 and prevention of mental illness.
http://www.psychfoundation.org/
American 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.
http://www.counseling.org/
National Mental Health Association
The NMHA is an excellent resource for consumer, professionals, advocates or anyone interested in all aspects of mental health. Contains legislative alerts, media reviews, and a vast array of materials.
http://www.nmha.org/
The Soup Can League
Learn about patient's rights. Visit the museums. Get advice on dealing with medication side effects.
http://ca.geocities.com/soupcanleague/
Psychiatric Studies Centre
Association whose purpose is scientific research in the fields of psychiatry, psychopharmacology and social psychiatry.
http://www.censtupsi.org/
The 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.
http://www.fairaccess.org/
TheArcLink 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.
http://www.thearclink.org/
International 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.
http://www.sba.oakland.edu/ispso/index.htm...
International Society for Mental Health Online
Education, advocacy, and information organization for professionals and consumers.
http://www.ismho.org/
Chinese-American Mental Health Network (CAMHN)
CAMHN is a non-profit organization founded by mental health professionals in the California Bay Area whose mission is to provide leadership in the promotion of culturally competent mental health services to Chinese-Americans.
http://camhn.org/
International Association For Regression Research and Therapies
Offers training, certification, conferences, continuing education, and publications.
http://www.iarrt.org
Ness Foundation
Conducting research into safer treatments for schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder and ADHD, particularly in connection with dietary lipids and oxidative stress.
http://www.ness-foundation.org.uk/
Intentional 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 Patricia E. Deegan, Ph.D.
http://www.intentionalcare.org/
Mind
The National Association for Mental Health in the United Kingdom campaigns on behalf of those with mental illness. Includes mission statement, policies, and contact information.
http://www.mind.org.uk
National Alliance for Counselors
Dedicated primarily to the advancement of the professional within the disciplines of clinical mental health, psychiatric treatment, counseling, education, habilitation, and criminal justice. One of its primary functions is to operate as a Board of Examiners.
http://nafcps.org/
GATES Support Project
A mental health charity based in Lewisham, London, U.K. Services include computer training, guidance, and support to help people move into education, voluntary work, and/or paid employment.
http://www.gatessupport.org
National Association Of Drug and Alcohol Intervention
Professional certification for counselors and addiction therapists.
http://www.nadai.us/
The Sandtray Network
A non-profit organization founded to promote learning, healing, and creativity through the use of the sandtray.
http://www.sandtray.org/
NARSAD
National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression funds research into psychiatric brain disorders.
http://www.narsad.org/
The National Register On the Web
Credentialing organization for licensed psychologists. Provides free online searchable directory.
http://www.nationalregister.org
American Association of Psychotherapists, Inc.
A professional association of mental health clinicians dedicated to the support and development of psychotherapy.
http://www.angelfire.com/realm2/hypnosis/
American Orthopsychiatric Association
A multidisciplinary membership association which focuses on clinical issues and social justice issues within the mental health care professions.
http://www.amerortho.org/
Depression Research Association
Promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of depression, anxiety and panic attack disorders in their medical and social aspects.
http://www.depression-panic.org/
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Professionally developed resources for practitioners and consumers of marriage and family therapy. Site also offers a search engine for finding a qualified therapist in your area.
http://www.aamft.org
Gestalt Center for Psychotherapy and Training
Training program for mental health professionals, and referral service in NYC area
http://www.gestaltnyc.org
National Latino Behavioral Health Association
National leadership for the advancement of Latino behavioral health and mental health services. Featuring policy issues, news alerts, event schedules, and resources.
http://nlbha.org/
Screening 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.
http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/
Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association
A non-profit organization in which horses are used in the treatment of mental health.
http://www.eagala.org
Association 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.
http://www.amcap.net
Minnesota Association of Community Mental Health Programs, Inc.
Non-profit organization dedicated to improving quality through education, public policy advocacy and member services.
http://www.macmhp.org/
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association
EMDRIA promotes research and education.
http://www.emdria.org
National 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.
http://www.nccbh.org/
Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma
Caring for the health and mental needs of survivors of mass violence and torture, through a combined practice of clinical experience and medical research.
http://www.hprt-cambridge.org
American Academy of Psychotherapists
A multi-disciplinary group committed to the art and science of psychotherapy.
http://www.aapweb.com/
National Center for American Indian/Alaska Native Mental Health Research
Focusing specifically on these populations. Includes project descriptions and online journal.
http://www.uchsc.edu/ai/ncaianmhr
American Psychiatric Association Online
Includes news, clinical and research resources, public policy advocacy information, and schedule of events.
http://www.psych.org/
Global Neuroscience Initiative Foundation
An international charity organization for the advancement of neurological and mental health patient welfare, education, and research.
http://www.gnif.org
Center 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, services researchers, and others involved in the assessment and improvement of mental health care. Provides a Consumer Guide to Obtaining Quality Mental Health Care.
http://www.cqaimh.org
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