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.

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New CE Opportunity: Boundary Issues and Multiple Relationships: An Online Ethics Course for Psychologists

Of all the issues that confront psychologists in their efforts to be ethical practitioners, boundary issues and multiple relationships may be the most challenging and at times, the most confusing. Psychologists are in need of not only a good understanding of boundary issues and multiple relationships, but also of a comprehensive decision-making process for addressing such issues and dilemmas when they occur. This is a self-guided online course which includes a web forum for discussion and clarification of ethical issues related to boundary issues and multiple relationships. Learn more about the course and register online!

Upcoming CE: Diagnosis with DSM-5 and ICD

With the release of the DSM-5, mental health professionals need information about changes in the new manual. Dr. K. Dayle Jones will provide a comprehensive overview of the DSM-5, including its development process, changes to the organizational structure, major revisions to existing diagnoses, and the addition of new disorders.

On June 8, 2013, K. Dayle Jones, Ph.D. will present Diagnosis with DSM-5 and ICD. The workshop will be held 8:30am-4pm (6 CEs), with lunch included. More detail is provided in the course brochure. Online registration is open now.

Managing your distress in the aftermath of a shooting

In the wake of the recent massive elementary school shooting, we'd like to share this collection of resources that we hope will be helpful in supporting you and your family in coping with this tragedy.

New CPT Codes for Mental Health effective January 1, 2013

The most frequently used CPT billing codes for psychotherapy will change on January 1, 2013. Psychologists who use any expired code after January 1, 2013 will not be reimbursed for their services.

MPA will sponsor two brown bag lunch workshops for mental health professionals to review these changes. A recorded webcast is also now available for those that prefer an online format or cannot attend in person. Details and registration are available here.

MPA members can also find more information on the new CPT code changes in the Practice Resources section of the website.

Maryland Speaks Out Against Bullying

Maryland has worked to implement a number of meaningful anti-bullying laws, one of which was called, "one of the most aggressive anti-bullying laws in the country." ...cont'd here.