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

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