About Us
The Association for Psychological Therapies (APT) was established in 1981 by Dr William Davies and Dr Derek Perkins, both clinical psychologists, then based in Birmingham, England. APT is a limited company registered in London, with its head office in Thurnby. Our mission is to provide outstanding post-qualification training for professionals in the mental health and related fields, including psychologists, psychiatrists, mental health nurses, social workers, and occupational therapists.
Our Reach and Achievements
Over 150,000 professionals have attended APT training, primarily from the UK’s NHS, social services, and independent healthcare providers. We’ve achieved several accolades, including:
- Finalist for the Learning Provider of the Year Award 2019 by the Learning and Performance Institute.
- Investors in People Gold Level.
- Shortlisting of our Director, Dr William Davies, for the IiP Leader of the Year Award 2024.
The Association for Psychological Therapies HQ, The Dower House, Thurnby, Leicestershire.
Our Team
APT employs approximately 100 highly experienced clinical and educational psychologists on a consultancy basis. Most are senior clinicians (such as consultant psychologists) based in the UK, Ireland, or Canada, with expertise in mental health and related fields.
Training Tailored to Your Needs
We deliver engaging and relevant training across a range of formats and durations, from one-day courses to extended programs. Our specializations include:
- Adult Mental Health
- Children and Adolescents
- Older Adults
- Intellectual Disability
- Secure Psychiatric and Forensic
- Substance Misuse
How We Deliver Training
Our training is available in three flexible formats to suit a variety of needs:
- Exclusive: Exclusive for your team, delivered online (via Zoom or Teams) or face-to-face at your premises.
- Open: Accessible to all relevant professionals, delivered online in live, interactive sessions.
- On-Demand: Specially recorded courses available anytime, providing flexibility and convenience.
Our Notable Courses
Our course offerings include several widely recognized programs, such as:
- The APT Diplomas Series
- The Essentials Series
- The RAID® Course (for Positive Behaviour Support)
- The DICES® System (for risk assessment and management)
Commitment to Quality
We ensure the highest quality by:
- Continuously refining course content based on expert input and participant feedback.
- Recruiting and retaining skilled professionals to deliver courses.
- Monitoring relevance and presentation quality through delegate feedback, with an average score of 6.x out of 7.
The Association for Psychological Therapies HQ, The Dower House, Thurnby, Leicestershire.
Guiding Principles
Our work is driven by key principles:
- Excellence in Training: We aim to create the most engaging, relevant, and evidence-based courses possible.
- Flexibility and Integrity: We adapt to meet your needs, ensuring you only receive training that’s valuable to you.
- Respect and Inclusion: Respect for diversity is integrated into every course and upheld by our tutors’ professional values.
- Sustainability: We use paper from sustainable sources for our extensive workbooks, reducing environmental impact.
- Value for Money: Our pricing reflects our commitment to quality, sustainability, and long-term impact.
- Integrated Learning: Our courses complement one another, helping delegates build cohesive expertise rather than disconnected ideas.
Evidence-Based and Practical
We focus on evidence-based approaches that combine theory and practice in a way that’s clear, safe, and applicable. Our training is designed to boost morale, enthusiasm, and professional confidence, ensuring delegates leave equipped and inspired.
In Summary
The APT is dedicated to providing the most relevant and engaging training for mental health professionals. Our ultimate aim is to benefit not only course participants but also the people they support.
Onsite Courses.
The majority of our mental health training courses are provided this way - we come to you and train a group of up to 15 people for an all-inclusive fee.
Online Courses.
Obtain APT-quality input at a time that is convenient to you and minimizes the need for 'cover' normally associated with training.
