Become a member
of the Society
Membership is open to general practitioners registered in Australasia. Health practitioners in Australia or New Zealand can join as a ‘Friend of the Society’ who are ineligible to vote or hold office.
Join the ASPM Community
The Society also has had a Fellowship Programme acknowledging the skill and achievement of suitably trained and experienced practitioners. Fellows are expected to participate in an ongoing accreditation programme. Refer to the Fellowship Handbook page for details of the requirements for application to Fellowship of the Society.
Applications for Membership of the Australian Society for Psychological Medicine are invited from general practitioners who are currently registered in Australia and others with an interest in mental health. The granting of membership is at the discretion of the executive committee.
Full Membership for General Practitioners Committed to Psychological Medicine
Registered GPs in Australia are welcome to join ASPM as Full Members. Connect with peers, access resources, and strengthen your skills in whole-person and psychological care.
GP-Led Organisation
ASPM is founded and led by General Practitioners. The generalist approach and whole-person care are central to our mission and identity.
GP-Led Organisation
ASPM is founded and led by General Practitioners. The generalist approach and whole-person care are central to our mission and identity.
Friends of ASPM
We welcome medical specialists, allied health professionals, and students with an interest in mental health to join as Friends of ASPM.
Friend Benefits
Friends gain access to our website resources, webinar recordings, a private Facebook group, and exclusive invitations to occasional live events.
Membership Benefits
The Australian Society for Psychological Medicine aims to connect, train and support medical practitioners in the complex work of caring for the whole person through trauma-informed, strengths focused and culturally respectful approaches. We are passionate about caring for GPs and are aware of the high emotional load of this work on behalf of the community.
ASPM seeks to offer meaningful opportunities for connection and support to its members through:
Training
ASPM offers GP-designed training, including Level Two Focused Psychological Strategies, along with conferences and access to ongoing psychological skills development through facilitated and in-house modules.
Peer Groups
Peer Reflection Groups provide support, clinical review, and self-care, guided by experienced facilitators. Accredited by RACGP and ACRRM, with facilitator training guidelines in progress.
Stay Connected
Receive monthly e-Newsletters and Facebook updates with training, resources, research, and book reviews. Members can promote events and publications and opt into the online Member Directory.
Member Perks
Access the Notice Board for job and room ads, receive a yearly membership certificate, use the ASPM logo (where approved), and join committees to support the profession.
