Welcome!About UsWe are committed to providing informational resources for the public, professionals, and the media that illustrate the expertise psychologists possess that can help improve your life, families, workplaces, communities, and practices. We can assist you in locating a psychologist in your area that matches your specific needs including area of expertise, accepted insurance, and any other criteria you provide that helps us make an appropriate referral. Visit us often to find the most current news, articles, and programs and events that may be of interest to you. Feel free to share the information you find on our website with friends, family, clients, and patients. Our Mission"The mission of the New Jersey Psychological Association is the advancement of psychology as a science, as a profession, and as a means of promoting health and human welfare in an atmosphere that supports the diversity of its members and the society at large."About PsychologistsPsychologists help people by using a variety of orientations and techniques and take into consideration each person's history, issues, and goals to achieve a successful outcome. New Jersey requires degrees to come from programs accredited by a regional accrediting organization recognized by the US Department of Education, such as the American Psychological Association. Only school psychologists require a Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited school. Other than this exception, psychologists earn a doctoral degree (either a PhD, PsyD, or EdD) that is one of the highest levels of education for health care professionals. In order to obtain experience working with patients, New Jersey requires at least 2 years (3,500 hours) of supervised practice before obtaining a license. After earning their degree and acquiring the necessary supervised hours, one must pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology in order to become licensed. A mental health provider cannot refer to themselves as a psychologist unless all these conditions have been met. For Professionals"NJPA has been my professional home for over thirty years. It is a wonderful organization that allows psychologists to come together for support, training, advocacy, and meaningful relationships." Become part of our community!For ConsumersWe are more than just a professional association for psychologists in the state of New Jersey. Recognized as one of the strongest state psychological associations in the country, we are an indispensable network of resources for the public and media, a staunch advocate for psychologists in the state, and an influential presence helping shape mental health policies in New Jersey. Learn more about us |
