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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 our membership ListServ.

Membership Fee

School Membership (Membership Fee includes all SSWPA members at the school.) $50

Individual Membership (Membership Fee for Student Support Professionals who are in private practice outside of schools.) $100

Individual Membership - 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.) $0

Events

Our events are held in the DC Metro Area and NY Tri-State Area, so every member can more readily join our Lunch, Learn & Network event closest to them. They are held two times a year, typically on a Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Color-coded name tags to help identify member categories so attendees can quickly seek out those they want to speak with. Most events include networking, a 3-course plated meal, and a guest speaker. We also host smaller networking opportunities, breakfasts, and brunches.

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

Please complete the form below so we can learn more about you and why you would like to join SSWPA.

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Educational Partners

  • Logo of Anxiety Institute with a stylized leaf design

    Anxiety Institute

    Advanced treatment that empowers adolescents & young adults to reach their full potential.

  • Logo of CLE College Living Experience with a green book icon

    CLE

    National Post-Secondary Education

  • Logo of an owl wearing a graduation cap holding a pointer, with the text 'ILLUMINOS Academic Coaching & Tutoring' below.

    Academic Coaching & Tutoring

    Executive Function Coaching

  • ClearView Communities logo with a graphic of a building and sunrise.

    ClearView Communities

    Adult Residential Mental Health Services