NATSAP
The National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP), founded in 1999, is a non-profit professional membership organization representing a wide range of therapeutic schools, programs, and practitioners dedicated to supporting struggling youth and their families. NATSAP is not a licensing or accrediting body; instead, the focus is on fostering collaboration, providing education, and promoting best practices within the therapeutic industry.
The association aims to advance therapeutic care and ensure the highest standards for youth in need of emotional, behavioral, and mental health support.
All members work through NATSAP to ensure the therapeutic industry provides the highest quality services to the young people and families served.
Member Benefits
Members include therapeutic schools, residential treatment programs, wilderness programs, outdoor therapeutic programs, young adult programs, home-based residential programs, and independent therapists and practitioners.
🔥 ADVOCACY THAT MATTERS – Priorities are amplified. Access to decision-makers, with exclusive Advocacy Day efforts, and year-round policy influence to protect and advance schools and programs.
📊 CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH – Stay ahead with mental and behavioral health-leading data & studies that informs best practices and strengthen every program's credibility.
🤝 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS – Connect with leading organizations, workforce pipelines, and community allies, enhancing resources, training, and visibility.
🎤 ELITE CONFERENCES & TRAINING – Access premier events that bring together the best in therapeutic care, with expert speakers, organized networking, and topical seminars for continuing education.
📢 MARKETING & PR POWER – Gain media exposure, crisis support, and social spotlights that elevate the brand and attract the right audiences.
💡 EXCLUSIVE MEMBER RESOURCES – From legislative updates to business tools and a nationwide network of professionals, NATSAP members are always in the know and ahead of the game.
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Visit Member Benefits--National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs for more information on member benefits.
Dual Membership Benefit
NATSAP members qualify for a free individual membership in NBHAP. To learn more and to sign up, visit here
Meanwhile, NBHAP individual memberships qualify for a free Individual Professional membership in NATSAP. To learn more and to sign up, contact Stephanie Lewis at stephanie@natsap.org.
These memberships do get verified by the organization in question, with an expiration date that matches the original membership when approved.
Conferences and Education
NATSAP presents several conferences and webinars throughout the year. They also hold summits and symposiums. Many are free or highly discounted for NATSAP members.
NATSAP Main Events include:
- Annual Conference in the winter
- Advocacy Day and the Wilderness Symposium/Utah Regional Conferences in the spring
- Northeast and Southeast Regional Conferences (CAC) in the autumn
Click here to view the spring/summer event prospectus for more information on sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities.
More Information
For more information about NATSAP, you can contact them via:
- phone: 301-986-8770
- email: info@natsap.org
- website: www.natsap.org
A national membership association that provides education and advocacy for those in the behavioral health and addiction treatment industries.
We are the leading and unifying voice of addiction-focused treatment programs.
