The Maryland Psychological Association (MPA), associated with the American Psychological Association (APA), is the statewide Professional Association for Psychologists in the state of Maryland. Our mission is to advance psychology as a science, a practice, and a means of promoting human welfare.

NEWS

Graduate Students and Clinical Training Directors NEW REGULATIONS coming for SUPERVISION and SEQUENCE of GRADUATE TRAINING in Psychology
Legislation passed regarding the change in the sequence of training leading to licensure at the doctorate in Maryland. New Regulations governing supervision will go into effect October 1, 2010. Get details here.

MPA wins APAGS award for its outstanding graduate organization- MPAGS
MPA was the recipient of the 2010 APAGS award for an Outstanding State, Provincial and Territorial Association of the year.

2009 Stress in America
APA Survey Raises Concern about Parent Perceptions of Children’s Stress Psychologists say Americans’ Stress Levels Too High; Few Receive Support to Make Lasting Lifestyle Changes.