The Mission of NPI
The Nashville Psychotherapy Institute was founded in 1985 by a group of psychotherapists of various disciplines who felt a need for a professional organization that was not confined to therapists of a single professional discipline -- such as psychology, social work, psychiatry, and so on -- but emphasized our common interests, experiences, concerns, and needs for professional development. Though it started with a small group of psychotherapists, it has grown to a much larger group (numbering close to 300) offering an extensive program of events and services. Still, at our core we are a group of psychotherapists who, despite our diverse practice settings and professional backgrounds, share a deep commitment to our work and to providing the professional and collegial environment in which we can continue to develop our professional skills and personal growth.
Benefits of NPI Membership
For a concise listing of the benefits of NPI membership, see About NPI.
Who is Eligible to Join
NPI welcomes professionals in various stages of career development in any of the several disciplines which include the practice of psychotherapy. If you have any question about whether you might be eligible, feel free to contact us using the "Contact NPI" page on this site.
Categories of Membership
Professional Member: $85.00 per year
Professionals with Masters’ Degree or higher who are currently licensed in their discipline. This is the standard membership.
Patron Member: $350.00 per year
Any member desiring to express his/her support for NPI through participation in a special dues structure as determined by the Board, will achieve this designation. This designation includes free attendance at NPI luncheons for one fiscal year.
Sustaining Member: $120.00 per year
Any member desiring to express his/her support for NP through participation in a special dues structure as determined by the Board will achieve this designation.
Agency Member: $55.00 per year
Those professionals who qualify for a professional membership, but who work full time in mental health centers or other not-for-profit service agencies.
Student Member: $40.00 per year
Graduate students pursuing training in psychotherapy may become student affiliates by paying the designated special dues amount.
Professional/Trainee: $40.00 per year
Any master’s level or above clinician working towards licensure, who is under active supervision. The clinician has completed a graduate degree and is actively pursuing licensure through supervised practice. These members will be eligible to participate in all NPI activities, including discounts to meetings, workshops, or in-service programs requiring a fee, as long as annual dues are paid. They may not vote or hold office.
How to Join
There are two ways to join.
- By Computer: Click on "Home" in the menu above, then near the log-in area on the right side of the screen, click on "Register". This will take you through a process to enter data concerning yourself and your psychotherapy practice, training, or studies. Enter your answers to the questions (you can change them later, if you wish), and select your membership level. When you complete this sign-up proess, you will quickly receive an email with a link to click, confirming your email address. Sometime after confirming your applicationl, you will receive another email with a PayPal link so you can pay your dues, unless you have already done so by using one of the PayPal links above. When your dues are paid, you will receive a further confirmation that your application is complete. At that point, your information will show up in the NPI online directory.
- The Old Way: If you prefer, you can email or call NPI (see "Contact NPI" on the main menu). Someone will be able to schedule a time to go over the application and data entry process with you by telephone, entering the data for you. Then, you may send a check to pay for your dues. When we receive your check, your membership will become active and your information will appear in our online directory.
