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 Australasia Pacific Play Therapy Association

 

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The Australasia Pacific Play Therapy Association (APPTA), established in 2007, is the peak body for Play Therapists across Australia and the Asia Pacific. APPTA advocates for the profession, maintains a register of qualified members, and sets clinical and training standards. Registered Play Therapists are trained mental health professionals working in diverse settings using evidence-based approaches. APPTA supports the regulation, accreditation of university programs, research, and professional networks. It promotes Play Therapy as a developmentally appropriate treatment and ensures ongoing professional development through supervision and education. APPTA also liaises with national and international organisations to advance the field of Play Therapy.

Australasian Lymphology Association

 

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Phone: 1300 935 332
Email: execofficer@lymphoedema.org.au
Website: www.lymphoedema.org.au

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The Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA) is the peak professional body for education, research and management of lymphoedema in Australia and New Zealand.  The ALA represents over 750 members, consisting of medical professionals, researchers and educators.

The ALA has as its primary objectives, to raise awareness of lymphoedema, provide high quality education and resources, and encourage and support lymphoedema research.

The ALA takes a strong position on advocating for improved services and support for lymphoedema treatment. In addition, a current key focus is to lobby for improved and equitable access to compression garment subsidies.

The ALA provides accreditation for lymphoedema practitioners via the ALA Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner Program (ALPP).  The ALPP is a robust self-regulated scheme for lymphoedema practitioners who have acquired an appropriate level of lymphoedema education and professional competence, demonstrate currency of practice and participate in continuing professional development.  ALA Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioners must adhere to a Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice, demonstrate recency of practice and comply with a range of mandatory declarations.

Australian Counselling Association

 

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Phone: (07) 3356 4255
Email: aca@theaca.net.au
Website: theaca.net.au

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The Australian Counselling Association (ACA) is the largest peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia, representing over 20,000 members. ACA serves a crucial role in advancing the profession through advocacy, and ensures accreditation, ethical conduct, and high standards in education and practice. ACA supports its members’ professional growth through ongoing education, training, employment opportunities, and research. ACA is committed to guiding practitioners throughout their professional journey and remains dedicated to shaping the landscape of the counselling profession, ensuring a trustworthy and proficient workforce for the individuals and communities they support.

Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians

 

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The Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians (ASDC) is a not-for-profit professional association supporting dermal clinicians, therapists, and industry associates. The ASDC is a member organisation that unites practitioners, educators, researchers, and industry experts with a shared focus on skin health, integrity, and the clinical management of skin conditions and diseases. The organisation and our members are committed to and promote evidence-based practice, education, and ethical standards to ensure patient safety in the provision of skin health services.

Australian Traditional Medicine Society

 

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Phone: 1800 456 855
Email:  info@atms.com.au
Website:  https://www.atma.com.au

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The Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) is Australia’s largest professional association for natural medicine practitioners. We represent over 9,500 members across a wide range of modalities, including naturopathy, nutrition, herbal medicine, remedial massage, and acupuncture. For more than 40 years, ATMS has promoted safe, effective, and evidence-informed natural healthcare. We support practitioners with accreditation, education, and professional development, while also advocating with government and industry to ensure natural medicine remains accessible and recognised. Our mission is to help Australians access qualified practitioners who provide holistic care to support their health and wellbeing.

Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia

 

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Phone: 0412 585 568
Email: admin@dtaa.org.au
Website: https://dtaa.org.au/

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The Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia Incorporated (DTAA) is dedicated to serving people in our communities through the transformative power of Dance Movement Therapy: Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) is the relational and therapeutic use of dance and movement to further the physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and cultural functioning of a person. As the peak body for DMT in Australasia, the DTAA sets the standards for excellence in practice, training and research, and publishes a Register of qualified and experienced DMT professionals.

Myotherapy Association Australia

 

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Phone: (03) 9418 3913
Email: ceo@myotherapy.org.au
Website: www.myotherapy.org.au

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The Myotherapy Association Australia (MA) is the leading professional association for myotherapists, dedicated to advancing the field of Myotherapy in Australia. Representing highly skilled practitioners, MA advocates for excellence in myotherapy through education, industry community and leading professional standards. The association supports its members with resources, networking opportunities, an annual conference, and ongoing professional development to ensure high-quality care for patients. MA is committed to raising awareness of Myotherapy role in the Australian healthcare system.  By promoting evidence-based practice, MA strengthens the profession and enhances public access to skilled myotherapists across Australia. Learn more at www.myotherapy.org.au

Massage and Myotherapy Australia

 

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Phone: (03) 9602 7300
Email: info@massagemyotherapy.com.au
Website: www.massagemyotherapy.com.au

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Massage & Myotherapy Australia is a brand of the Australian Association of Massage Therapists Limited (AAMT). Formed in 2003 through the merger of several state-based associations, it is the leading not-for-profit association for massage therapy, remedial massage therapy and myotherapy in Australia and has a membership of over 8,500 professionally qualified practitioners. The Association upholds and promotes the highest standards in the industry and holds a strong commitment to protecting the public and serving its members.

Play Therapy Practitioners Association

 

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The Play Therapy Practitioners Association (PTPA) is the peak professional body for play therapists in Australia. The Association was founded in 2018 by a group of likeminded professionals committed to advocating for the training and provision of play therapy services across Australia.

PTPA aims to promote the play therapy profession to the wider community, advocating for the evidence-based approach to be used as the preferred psychotherapeutic intervention for children and young people.

Members of PTPA have completed suitable undergraduate qualifications and postgraduate studies in play therapy to practice in a variety of settings including private practice, government and non-government settings.