serves a vital purpose in the field of educational therapy by providing a professional framework that supports educational therapists and the individuals they serve. The AETS is dedicated to enhancing the quality of educational therapy through leadership, advocacy, and the establishment of standards for practice.
Educational therapy is a wide range and specialised intervention designed to address individuals facing cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral aspects of learning across subjects like math, writing, executive functioning (e.g., organisation, attention), and study skills. It support neurodiverse individuals (e.g. those with ADHD, autism, or general learning disabilities) and incorporate psychological insights to build overall learning strategies and self-advocacy.
Unlike traditional tutoring, which often focuses solely on academic content, educational therapy addresses the underlying issues and skills deficit that hinder learning. Educational therapy is highly individualised and focuses on the “how” of learning more than the “what,” helping individuals develop metacognitive skills (thinking about thinking) and overcoming barriers like anxiety or motivation issues that affect learning across areas.
The Association’s journal, The Asian Educational Therapist, serves as a vital platform for the dissemination of research, insights, and best practices among educational therapists and related professionals. The journal aims to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice in the field of educational therapy, supporting the professional growth of its members and enhancing the educational outcomes of trainees.
An individual holding qualification or certification either from the International Assciation of Counselors and Therapists (IACT) as an educational therapist, qualifies as a professional educational therapist of the Association.
Publishing in our prestigious peer-reviewed journal allows your work to be accessible by a wider audience, including academics and researchers worldwide. Share innovative and denovo practices, research findings, and case studies that contribute to the body of knowledge in educational therapy. Our authors advance the field, influence practices and inspire others in the field of educational therapy.
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