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 Australasia Pacific Play Therapy Association

 

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Email: manager@appta.org.au
Website: https://appta.org.au/
Address: PO Box 74, Redbank QLD 4301

About

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

 

Contact

Address: PO Box 7345, Beaumaris VIC 3193
Phone: 1300 935 332
Email: execofficer@lymphoedema.org.au
Website: www.lymphoedema.org.au

About

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

 

Contact

Phone: (07) 3356 4255
Email: aca@theaca.net.au
Website: theaca.net.au
Address: 2/42 Finsbury St, Newmarket QLD 4051

About

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

 

Contact

Email:  info@dermalclinicians.com.au
Website:  https://www.dermalclinicians.com.au
Address: PO Box 9206, South Yarra VIC 3141

About

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.

Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia

 

Contact

Address: P.O. Box 5029, Garran ACT 2605 Australia
Phone: 0419 531 218
Email: admin@dtaa.org.au
Website: https://dtaa.org.au/

About

Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia (DTAA) is the recognised professional body for dance movement therapy in Australasia. It sets the standards for Professional, Provisional Professional, and Associate levels of membership, training and supervision. The DTAA also warmly welcomes General and Student members.

The DTAA promotes the growth, development and recognition of the dance movement therapy profession in Australasia by:

  • establishing and maintaining standards for training, research and professional practice

  • providing a means of communication, education and networking between dance movement therapists, other health professionals, employers and clients

  • liaising with other relevant peak and professional bodies

  • providing information and resources for dance movement therapy practitioners, students and the wider community

  • offering Associate, Provisional Professional and Professional Membership status to applicants who meet the training criteria, and Student or General membership to others interested in dance movement therapy.

Dental Hygienists Association of Australia

 

Contact

Phone: 0412 831 669
Email: contact@dhaa.info
Website: www.dhaa.info
Address: PO Box 3359, The Pines VIC 3109

About

The Dental Hygienists Association of Australia (DHAA) is the peak professional body representing dental hygienists, dental therapists and oral health therapists to support the continuing development of the oral health professions and preventive models of care.  DHAA provides support and advice to members, collaborates with other health professional groups and stakeholders to strive for better access and optimal care for all Australians.

DHAA members are Ahpra-registered dental practitioners with scope of practice includes provision of oral health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management and education.  They work in both private and public sectors’ general and specialist dental practices across Australia.

Myotherapy Association Australia

 

Contact

Phone: (03) 9418 3913
Email: ceo@myotherapy.org.au
Website: www.myotherapy.org.au
Address: PO Box 193, Preston VIC 3072

About

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

 

Contact

Address: Level 8, 53 Queen Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
Phone: (03) 9602 7300
Email: info@massagemyotherapy.com.au
Website: www.massagemyotherapy.com.au

About

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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About

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.