American Academy of Psychotherapists (AAP)

American Academy of Psychotherapists (AAP) is a multidisciplinary community of psychotherapists dedicated to developing the person of the therapist. The mission of the American Academy of Psychotherapists is to invigorate and support the psychotherapist’s quest for excellence and growth through authentic interpersonal engagement.

With an emphasis on authentic “I-Thou” engagement, They explore the relationship between the person of the therapist and the process of therapy, in an ongoing effort to develop the art and science of psychotherapy. They value the therapist-client relationship as fundamental to the psychotherapy process, and are committed to developing Themselves in relationship as authentic human beings. They see this as foundational to healing in therapeutic relationships.

Mission:
The mission of the American Academy of Psychotherapists is to invigorate the psychotherapist's quest for growth and excellence through authentic interpersonal engagement.

Core Values:
• Courage to risk and willingness to change
• Balancing confrontation and compassion
• Commitment to authenticity with responsibility
• Honoring the individual and the community