Join AAPB

• Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback journal - the oldest, most revered, peer-reviewed, impact factor scored, professional scientific journal in for field of study  This publication is accessible online and in hard copy and its articles provide extensive research that supports the advancement of the biofeedback intervention and its practitioners.

• Biofeedback  Biofeedback Magazine is published four times a year and contains relevant columns, announcements, practical articles on treatment, clinical applications and instrumentation. AAPB members benefit from both online and printed access to the publication. 

• Alternative Pain Treatment Directory  A national platform dedicated to educating patients and providers about safe, effective, nonpharmaceutical options for pain management. Expand your visibility to patients actively seeking effective pain solutions and submit articles or pain patient success stories for publication. AAPB members receive a 30% discount on provider listings. https://aapb.org/Alternative_Pain_Treatment_Directory

• Connections   AAPB members share similar challenges and opportunities. Connect with future employees, employers, clients, or suppliers. AAPB provides meaningful opportunities to learn from the experts in the field who have been there, done that – and in some cases, to learn what NOT to do. Each member has something valuable to share. Members leverage their shared experience and expertise toward the adoption of best practices and the standardization of the biofeedback intervention to the benefit of the individual and the industry as a whole. You will have access to the member listserv, where you can get guidance or feedback from the collective wisdom and expertise of AAPB members. This community includes many of the top experts in the industry.

• Attend the AAPB Annual Scientific Meeting at a HUGE Discounted Rate  There is no greater meeting of the minds in applied psychophysiology and biofeedback than AAPB's 50+ year old Annual Scientific Meeting. Members receive $140 off registration rates and significant discounts on preconference workshops. The conference offers  dozens of presentations, including continuing education credits at no additional charge. The Exhibit Hall offers latest information on the equipment, products and services you need to practice biofeedback more effectively and efficiently. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak one-on-one with manufacturers and service representatives from those suppliers. The hands-on, in-person interaction is some of the most beneficial and important learning you will find at professional, scientific conferences.

• AAPB-Published Books, Educational Recording Library and Discounts  AAPB publishes the only regularly updated compilation of research findings that demonstrate the efficacy of biofeedback, Evidence-Based Practice in Biofeedback and Neurofeedback.  The newest, 4th edition of this book was published in October 2023. Members receive discounts and access to a wide range of other publications, the AAPB educational recording library and more, available at substantial discounts for members through AAPB’s online bookstore.

• Access to high quality, virtual educational resources  AAPB Virtual Presentations offer continuing education credits and cutting-edge clinical and scientific information, with strong adherence to the evidence-base. AAPB is an accredited APA CE sponsor. BCIA accepts all AAPB educational offerings for recertification requirements, and some offerings for certification requirements. Take advantage of virtual education while getting the credits you need to maintain certification and/or licensure - all from the comfort of your home or office. Members receive significant discounts on live and recorded presentations, and at least one free webinar every year. (CE credits available for max participation in live delivery of each educational event)

• Professional Recognition and Distinction of Fellowship Status  Members of AAPB are eligible for Fellowship consideration, a program of earned recognition for individuals who have made significant and sustained contributions to the science and practice of applied psychophysiology and biofeedback. Individuals who earn fellowship may use the designation “Fellow of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback” (AAPB). 

• Advocacy  Your AAPB membership supports our efforts to improve insurance reimbursements for biofeedback/neurofeedback, and gain recognition and acceptance among healthcare providers and the general public.

• Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences (FAABS) Membership and Advocacy   AAPB is part of the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences (FABBS) coalition on our members behalf. This powerful coalition of scientific societies, academic departments, and organizations that inform budgets, science policies, and practice for the benefit of advancing brain and behavioral science. FABBS works tirelessly to achieve Federal recognition for our sciences, expand funding, advance scientific rigor, advocate for legislative and policy change and more.
   

• The AAPB Provider Directory  an online, consumer-access directory that you can participate in and allow prospective clients to locate you. Participation is free and exclusive to members.
   
• Are you interested, but don't know where to start? Check out these articles:

"The Business of Neurofeedback: Keys to a Successful Practice" by Jessica M. Eure, LPC, BCN, BCB, QEEG-DL 

"Establishing a University-Based Biofeedback Clinic for Practice, Education, and Research" by Linda P. Bolin, PhD, MSN, RN, ANP, BCB, FAHA, Amelia D. Saul, PhD, CTRS, BCB, and
Carmen V. Russoniello, PhD, LCMHC