A professional community
Belong to a society with a shared interest in psychology and mental wellbeing, connecting your own study or practice with a wider professional conversation.
Membership
A professional community for the development of knowledge, ethical practice and meaningful exchange. Find the membership that reflects your stage of study or professional life.
The value of membership
Connection, participation and a shared professional commitment.
Academic & professional exchange
Bring questions, ideas and experience into discussion with people at different stages of their academic and professional lives.
Continued development
Take part in relevant Society activities and learning opportunities, with an emphasis on reflection, informed thinking and the development of knowledge.
A shared ethical commitment
Make integrity, confidentiality, professional boundaries and respect part of your membership, guided by the Society’s standards of conduct.
Your Society membership identity
Receive an official membership certificate and Society ID card following admission and induction, recognising your membership of LSPMW.
A place to contribute
Share your interests and perspectives with the Society. Members can express an interest in relevant activities and opportunities through the membership team.
Participation in particular activities is subject to relevance, availability and any specific arrangements. Membership does not guarantee employment, a placement or accredited CPD credits.
01 / Student membershipApply as a Student Member
Student Member
For those currently enrolled in a recognised programme in psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, mental health, behavioural science or a relevant related discipline.
Applicants should be able to provide evidence of current study when requested and must agree to follow the Society’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
02 / Professional membershipApply as a Professional Member
Professional Member
For those who have completed a recognised qualification in psychology or another relevant field accepted by the Society.
Relevant areas include counselling, psychotherapy, mental health, behavioural science and other related disciplines considered by the Society.
We may ask for your qualification details, institution, year of completion, relevant experience and supporting evidence after receiving your initial application.
Included in your first year
Your first-year membership package
Both Student and Professional packages include the induction and the items below, with access to activities and opportunities relevant to your membership.
- First-year Society membership
- Professional induction ceremony
- Ceremonial white coat
- Society Membership ID Card
- Official membership certificate
- Society lapel pin
- Professional oath
- Official ceremony photograph
- Access to relevant Society activities and opportunities
Honorary Member
Reserved for distinguished people who have made an exceptional contribution to psychology, mental wellbeing, education, research, professional practice or community wellbeing.
MembershipBy Invitation Only
InductionBy Invitation Only
Annual MembershipBy Invitation Only
What membership means
Membership of the London Society for Psychology & Mental Wellbeing is membership of a professional society. It does not itself constitute statutory registration, a licence to practise or permission to use a legally protected professional title.
Professional Member means Professional Member of LSPMW.
Joining the Society
A clear path to membership
- Send your application
Tell us about your current study or professional status and provide your contact details. No payment or document upload is required on the form.
- Complete the eligibility review
The team considers your application and may ask for supporting evidence. Your category is confirmed against the Society’s requirements.
- Begin your membership
Once accepted, the team explains the membership arrangements, induction and how to take part.
Interested in Joining?
Choose the membership category that best reflects where you are now.