Nevada Psychological Association

Established in 1988, the Nevada Psychological Association (NPA) is a 501c(6) non-profit professional association representing licensed psychologists and others affiliated with the delivery of psychological services in the state of Nevada.

Our mission is to advance and represent psychology as a science and a profession, as well as to serve the professional needs of its membership and the community. NPA is committed to the following core values:

Diversity, inclusion and social justice
Application of knowledge based on scientific methods
Ethical behavior
Support, advocacy and mentorship of psychologists

Our members are psychologists, psychology students and affiliated or associated others interested in psychology and the mental health field. We are also proud to say that we have strong membership involvement from both undergraduate and graduate students in psychology.

NPA Promotes Social Welfare and Education

Advocacy for psychology, psychological services, and the mental/behavioral health needs of Nevadans through the NPA Legislative Committee at the State Legislature and at the Federal level in Washington, D.C.
Presentations and outreach to businesses and community groups though public education programs that enhance the general understanding of psychology and psychological services

Our Initiatives Include:

State and Federal Advocacy
Promoting Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Training and Early Career Support for Psychologists
Psychological Referral Services
Public Education Campaigns

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org

Find a Psychologist

Are you looking for a referral to a psychologist in the state of Nevada? Click link below to be directed to our Psychologist Locator Service. This service is being provided by the Nevada Psychological Association (NPA) as a courtesy to consumers, NPA’s members, and referral organizations/sources. Click link below to be directed to our Find a Psychologist Referral Service

Find A Psychologist Locator Service

State of Nevada Licensure Resources

State of Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners
The State of Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners protects consumers of psychological services by regulating the practice of psychology. The Board is empowered to establish licensing requirements, to set standards for professional behavior, and to review the professional conduct of licensed psychologists to promote competent practice and public welfare.

Information about becoming licensed in the state of Nevada, CE credits needed for license renewal and other information can be found at the State of Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners website:
Website: http://psyexam.nv.gov/
Email: [email protected]

Renewal Requirements:
http://psyexam.nv.gov/Licensing/Renewal_Information/

Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 641 – Chapter 641 Psychologists
https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-641.html

Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 641 – Psychologists
https://www.leg.state.nv.us/nac/nac-641.html

NPA-PAC 2024 Fundraising Drive
The Nevada Psychological Association’s Political Action Campaign (NPA-PAC) is underway!
Help NPA make a difference in the mental health care of all Nevadans! Donate Today!

Why Donate to the NPA-PAC?
• Help elect individuals to the Nevada Legislature who are advocates for mental health
• Improve access to mental health care by holding insurance companies accountable for meeting mental health parity requirements
• Every dollar you give helps mental health advocates have a voice in the policies and regulations that affect our client’s lives (and our livelihoods)
• Support NPA’s relationships with state and federal legislators

IF EVERY PSYCHOLOGIST IN THE STATE OF NEVADA DONATES BETWEEN $25—$50,
WE WILL EXCEED OUR 2024 FUNDRAISING GOAL!

Donating is easy….
Donate via our website: www.NVpsychology.org/donate

OR scan the NPA QR code below