We are an association.

Clinical Psychologists Academicians

Industrial/Organizational

Psychologists

Students: Graduate

and Undergraduate

What is GPA?The Georgia Psychological Association is a significant proponent

for the livelihood of psychology and has been a staple in the

community of psychology since 1946.

The organization provides for members:

• A means for advocacy

• An opportunity for professional development

• Quality continuing education opportunities

The Georgia Psychological Association is also a great vehicle for

interaction between psychologists and the general public.

Established in 1946 by Hermon Martin, PhD, the Georgia

Psychological Association (GPA) started out as a forum for a

small group of psychologists to address the lack of legislation

and licensing laws for the burgeoning profession of psychology.

The association would go on to become the first membership

organization for psychologists throughout Georgia.

In 1951, Georgia would become the first state in the nation to

enact a licensing law for psychologists.

Today, GPA has more than 850 members, a full-time staff, hosts

dozens of events including an annual meeting, and operates with

over 15 committees.

Background

In order to advance the profession of psychology, GPA

continuously strives to be the preeminent resource and advocate

for all Georgia psychologists.

Our Purpose

Our knowledge center provides:

• Access to dozens of APA-sponsored workshops and

conferences throughout the state

• Online webinars featuring out-of-state presenters and

professionals from other related fields

• Considerable discounts on workshops to GPA members

• A great way to connect and learn with colleagues while

contributing to the funding of your state psychological

association

• Annual conference hosting over 350 psychologists and

students

Continuing Education (CE)

Legal and Legislative Committee:

• Receive state and national updates

relevant to you and your scope of

practice

• Advocates on legislation that affect

mental health as a profession and the

public that we serve

• Helps psychologists familiarize

themselves with their representatives

and the legislature processes

Insurance and Managed Care Representation:

• Maintains open communication with

insurance and managed care companies

• Advocates the interests of psychologists

• Offers free consultations to members

One Voice

Communications

E-newsletter twice a month

Updates on Georgia licensing information

LinkedIn Group

Online access to members and committees

Consultations

Complimentary ethics consultations

-cost legal consultation

Complimentary Insurance Consultations

Practice Growth

24/7 online referral system for the public

Career Center: job postings, office space and more

Special interest events such as book discussions

Online Membership Directory

Supporting GA Psychologists

Discounts

Advertising (website and e-communications)

Health, dental, life and disability insurance

Websites (Therapy Sites)

Shredding (Shred-It Atlanta)

Other Development

Mentor Program

Public Education Outreach

Networking opportunities through workshops, socials and

committee involvement

Supporting GA Psychologists (cont.)

GPA Committees

Over 15 Committees including:

• Ethnic and Minority Affairs

• Gender & Sexual Diversity

• Women & Girls

• Legal and Legislative

• Academic Affairs

• Disaster Response

• Public Education

• Independent Practice

• Family and Children

• Early Career/Students

• Continuing Education

• Regions

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Make the InvestmentSubscription to GPA communications and updates. Join Councils and Committees. Receive consultations. Save money on CE and more.

Listing on Public Referral System. Access to independent practice listserv. Networking with other private practitioners

Highly recognized at GPA events. Significant discounts including a free CE, 50% off Annual Meeting and more.

Subscription to GPA communications, volunteer opportunities, mentorship and more.

What GPA has Done for Me

"The state psychological association is where the rubber meets the road. That's

what directly impacts me. What happens on the state level directly affects me,

what happens in my professional practice and my ability to make a living.”

-Jennifer Kelly, PhD

"It's the place I go for profession affiliation, education, and

to collaborate on legislative efforts to protect the

profession of psychology.“

-Nancy McGarrah, PhD