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The Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists (APSATS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to professional training, certification, advocacy, public education, research, and standards of care for relational trauma associated with sexual addiction.
In alignment with our Vision and Mission, APSATS is committed to cultivating diversity and global community while equipping clinicians and helping professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support partners impacted by betrayal trauma and problematic sexual behavior.
To further this mission, a limited number of scholarships are available each year for the Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model (MPTM) Training. These scholarships are intended to reduce financial barriers and make this specialized training more accessible to individuals who demonstrate both financial need and a strong commitment to serving this population.
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Learn More About the Richard Butler Memorial Scholarship
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Learn More About the Barbara Steffens Scholarship
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Learn More About the Global Access Scholarship
The Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model (MPTM) is the clinical framework developed by APSATS to understand and treat the trauma experienced by partners of individuals struggling with compulsive or problematic sexual behaviors.
This comprehensive training provides participants with:
Completion of the training is an important step toward becoming an APSATS-trained professional and may serve as a pathway toward certification.
Scholarship Purpose
The APSATS MPTM Scholarship Program exists to:
Who Should Apply
Scholarships are intended for individuals who:
Applicants may include licensed mental health professionals, associate clinicians, coaches, and other qualified helping professionals.
Scholarship Awards
Scholarship awards may cover a portion of the tuition for the APSATS MPTM Training. Award amounts vary depending on available funding and the number of qualified applicants. Please note that receiving a scholarship does not guarantee full coverage of training costs.
Please verify your certification/training meets APSATS criteria:
Specialized training in partner trauma can transform both your clinical effectiveness and the lives of the individuals and families you serve. If financial limitations are the primary obstacle preventing you from participating in MPTM Training, we encourage you to apply.
Important: All documents must be submitted simultaneously into the application
Important dates to note:
If you have any questions, please contact info@apsats.org.
Donations to APSATS scholarship funds help provide meaningful financial assistance to clinicians and coaches seeking to expand their skills, deepen their education, and implement the Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model (MPTM) in their work. These scholarships make training more accessible and support the continued growth of this vital field.
APSATS proudly offers several scholarship opportunities, including the Barbara Steffens Scholarship, Richard Butler Memorial Scholarship, and the Global Access Scholarship, each designed to support practitioners with demonstrated need and commitment to this work.
