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About Our Membership
Why Join
Joining SSWPA provides an unparalleled opportunity to be part of an elite community of professionals who are shaping the future of student support and wellness. Our alliance prioritizes the holistic well-being of students, fostering an environment of collaborative excellence, equity, and continuous learning. Become a member to actively participate in driving impactful change at the intersection of education and mental health.
Speakers
The SSWPA invites a variety of speakers, including educators, therapists, business professionals, authors, and others who provide relevant information for our members. Our speakers bring to the table a wealth of knowledge, best practices, and the latest research findings, offering insights that bridge the gap between education and mental health.
Benefits
By becoming a member of SSWPA, you join a dynamic community dedicated to the holistic well-being of students. Our approach emphasizes the profound interconnection between the academic, mental, social, and physical facets of student well-being. Membership grants you access to a vibrant tapestry of professionals, allowing for enriching collaborations, sharing invaluable knowledge, and pooling resources.
In addition, members gain access to:
Membership ListServ
Tours of Secondary Schools, Colleges, and Therapeutic Practices and Services.
Exclusive Events with Fellow Experts
Speaking and Sponsorship Opportunities
Annual Membership Fee
School Membership | $50
Membership Fee includes all SSWPA members at the school.
Individual Membership | $100
Membership fee is for student support professionals who are in private practice outside of schools.
Individual Membership | Free
Need-based: If you’d like to join but cannot afford the membership fee, please select this option, and we will contact you to discuss further.
Access to Exclusive Events
Our events are held in the DC Metro Area, NY Tri-State Area, and Philadelphia so that every member can more readily join events closest to them. Our DC events are held twice a year, typically on Fridays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., while NY and Philadelphia are held once a year. Our exclusive lunch events include networking with fellow experts, a three-course plated meal, and guest speakers. Events include color-coded name tags to help identify member categories so attendees can quickly identify those they want to speak with.
We also host smaller networking opportunities, breakfasts, brunches, and private practice and school tours.
Locations
We host two in-person Lunch, Learn & Network events in the Fall in Rockville/Bethesda and Spring in Tysons/McLean.
We host one in-person Breakfast & Networking event in the NY Tri-State Area.
We host one in-person Lunch, Learn & Network event in the Philadelphia area.
We are better together
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Educational Partners
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Anxiety Institute
Advanced treatment that empowers adolescents & young adults to reach their full potential.
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CLE
National Post-Secondary Education
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Academic Coaching & Tutoring
Executive Function Coaching
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ClearView Communities
Adult Residential Mental Health Services