IAPST Fellows
What Is a Fellow?
Fellow Status within the International Association of Psychosexual Therapists represents one of the highest distinctions the Association can confer. It is reserved for clinicians and scholars who have demonstrated excellence in practice and have made meaningful and lasting contributions to the advancement of psychosexual therapy as a clinical discipline, academic field, and global profession.
Fellows are recognized as leaders within the field. Their work reflects a sustained commitment to clinical rigor, ethical integrity, scholarly contribution, and the continued development of psychosexual therapy worldwide. Their influence extends beyond individual practice and contributes to shaping the standards, conversations, and future direction of the profession.
Within the Association, Fellows hold full membership rights and privileges and are regarded as senior members of the professional community. This designation signals both achievement and responsibility, as Fellows are entrusted with helping to recognize and uphold excellence within the field.
Qualifications for Fellow Status
Fellow Status is conferred upon members who meet rigorous professional and academic criteria that reflect both experience and contribution.
To be considered for Fellow Status, candidates must:
- Hold a doctoral degree in a clinical field related to mental or behavioral health from an accredited institution
- Be recognized as a Certified Psychosexual Therapist™
- Have maintained active involvement with the Association for a minimum of one year
- Demonstrate consistent and meaningful engagement in advancing the field of psychosexual therapy
- Possess at least five years of post doctoral professional experience
- Provide evidence of exceptional contributions, leadership, or performance within the field
Nomination and Recognition
Fellow Status is granted through a selective nomination process and is not open to direct application. Certified Members of the Association may nominate candidates whose work and professional standing reflect the distinction required for this honor.
All nominations are first reviewed by the body of Fellows, who evaluate whether the candidate meets the standard of excellence expected for this designation. Candidates approved at this level are then advanced to the Executive Committee for final consideration.
New Fellows are formally recognized at the Association's Annual Conference, where their contributions to the field are acknowledged before the international psychosexual therapy community.