The International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine
IPHM began with one idea in mind: to recognize and support practitioners and training providers for the life-altering work they do. Now, they are one of the leading accreditation boards for holistic therapists, coaches, and personal development educators worldwide.
Wellness is an holistic experience and they aim to identify and address any underlying causes for symptoms.
The International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)
Yoga is an established form of mind-body exercise, known to reduce both pain and stress through clinical trials. The International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) promotes research and education into yoga therapy while serving as a professional organisation for teachers, therapists, healthcare practitioners who use yoga.
Yoga therapy combines various yoga practices and assessment tools with biomedical and psychological knowledge for optimal treatment of various health conditions. Sessions typically occur one-on-one; however, yoga groups can also be created specifically to address health conditions.
Yoga therapy uses Ayurvedic medicine’s kosha model of health care dating back to Samkhya philosophy of the second century CE as its foundation to treat both primary symptoms as well as their source. Yoga encourages self-care while simultaneously taking into account environmental influences that may contribute to poor health.
The International Association of Medical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (IAMAOM)
Medical acupuncturists are licensed in both modern medicine and traditional acupuncture practices, enabling them to combine elements from both areas into more comprehensive approaches for patient care.
This year’s Symposium will delve into the latest research on acupuncture’s mechanisms. Attendees will gain an in-depth knowledge of how this knowledge can be integrated into clinical practices while still adhering to time-honored traditions of Oriental medicine while being usefully applicable for current Western medical issues.
The Academy’s mission is to advance a medical model that integrates acupuncture with Western medicine. To meet this objective, they work to advance education and research in medical acupuncture while advocating for physician acupuncturist rights at state and national levels. Furthermore, members can enjoy access to continuing education programs, networking events, and online resources.
The International Association of Integrative Medicine (IAM)
IAM provides an unparalleled opportunity to gain comprehensive, evidence-based insights into integrative medicine practice. The conference brings together forward-thinking practitioners such as medical doctors, naturopathic physicians, nurses, acupuncturists and dietitians; offering educational sessions as well as meaningful networking opportunities with leaders from across all areas.
The Integrative Medicine Summit was an effective step in informing healthcare providers and policymakers of its value, particularly regarding the evaluation of treatments such as diet changes, herbal remedies, yoga and meditation. Many integrative practitioners offer packages that combine multiple techniques; therefore evaluation becomes even more crucial; unfortunately the American Medical Association’s current system does not support such efforts properly; hopefully in future medicine will include more holistic approaches that benefit all. ABPS pledges its support towards these efforts.
The International Association of Applied Nutrition and Functional Medicine (IANAFM)
SAFM’s curriculum, examinations and credentialing process is overseen by a council of healthcare professionals with extensive expertise in functional medicine. All licensed practitioners such as physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, chiropractors, pharmacists and health coaches are invited to apply for certification.
SAFM courses are tailored for clinicians seeking more in-depth education of functional medicine concepts and plans to incorporate them into their existing scope of practice. Course offerings include an Introduction to Functional Medicine, full AFMCP program and advanced practice modules (APMs) covering areas like GI health, cardiovascular, immune function, hormone levels, bioenergetics and environmental wellbeing.
Practitioners who complete AFMCP may qualify to be listed in IFM’s Find A Practitioner Directory, while we also offer a nutrition focused tool kit for practitioners. Functional Nutrition is at the core of IFM’s approach to chronic disease through nutrition, lifestyle changes and stress reduction.
The International Association of Complementary Therapists (IACT)
As a global community, IACT seeks to unite holistic practitioners from across the globe. By doing so, it provides practitioners with a forum in which they can deepen their knowledge and rekindle passion for various disciplines; additionally it serves as a credible source for individuals looking for skilled complementary therapists or course providers. IACT-Singapore plays an integral part of this global movement by championing its mission on local soil – helping members gain industry recognition while building confidence in themselves as practitioners and creating strong sense of community among like-minded practitioners alike.
The International Association of Applied Psychology (IAAP)
The IAAP works to advance applied psychology by hosting international congresses and publishing scientific journals. Furthermore, it establishes contacts and communication among psychologists across international borders.
In 1920, the inaugural congress of the Association was held in Geneva, Switzerland under the promotion of Edouard Claparede, a functionalist psychologist who was interested in educational and psychological research. World War I temporarily disrupted meetings, but after its end there was renewed interest in applied psychology.
IAAP is an international organization composed of seventeen divisions that cover topics as diverse as national development, education, psychotherapy, counseling and family therapy, health, sports, law and various professional issues. Their goal is to foster stronger international cooperation within AP while encouraging cross-cultural research to help ensure its future and improve lives worldwide.

