Business Details
Advancing Psychology for a Better Idaho
The Idaho Psychological Association has been dedicated to advancing psychological science and practice in Idaho since our founding. We provide professional development opportunities through continuing education events, including virtual and in-person conferences on topics like AI integration in psychological practice and behavioral aspects of neurological disease. Our organization fosters collaboration among mental health professionals through membership benefits, leadership committees, and specialized interest groups covering ethics, forensics, and psychopharmacology. We maintain rigorous professional standards while offering resources that support both practitioners and the communities they serve. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through initiatives like ipaShare and multiple specialty blogs addressing contemporary psychological issues.With decades of collective experience, our leadership team ensures we remain at the forefront of psychological advancements in Idaho. We prioritize transparency in operations, ethical practice, and maintaining strong connections between academic research and clinical application. Our track record includes successful advocacy efforts and the recognition of Idaho psychologists in national publications. We provide accessible pathways for student engagement and professional growth while maintaining strict adherence to ethical guidelines. Through our structured committees and member-driven programming, we continue to shape the future of psychological practice in Idaho.
Services
Continuing Education
Membership Benefits
Professional Advocacy
Event Programming
Specialty Resources
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized continuing education with APA-accredited events
- Our members receive exclusive access to professional development resources
- We maintain active committees in ethics, forensics, and psychopharmacology
- Our organization has successfully advocated for psychology professionals in Idaho
- We provide student programming and career development opportunities
Services
Continuing Education
We provide APA-accredited continuing education programs through virtual webinars and in-person conferences. Our offerings include specialized training on emerging topics like AI integration in psychological practice and behavioral aspects of neurological disease. These programs help mental health professionals maintain licensure while staying current with field advancements.
Membership Benefits
Our membership program offers exclusive access to ipaShare resources, discounted event registration, and participation in specialized committees. Members connect through interest groups focused on ethics, forensics, and psychopharmacology while accessing career development tools and networking opportunities across Idaho.
Event Programming
We organize annual conventions and specialty events like the Behavioral Aspects of Neurological Disease conference. Our programming combines academic research with practical applications, featuring expert speakers and providing continuing education credits for attendees across mental health disciplines.
Specialty Resources
Our ipaShare platform and specialty blogs cover aging, ethics, forensics, neuropsychology, psychopharmacology, and technology topics. These resources provide practitioners with evidence-based insights and current research findings to enhance clinical practice and professional development.
Professional Advocacy
We represent psychology professionals in Idaho through policy advocacy and legislative initiatives. Our efforts focus on expanding professional opportunities, maintaining ethical standards, and ensuring psychology's role in shaping healthcare policies that affect mental health practitioners and their clients.
People
Kendra Westerhaus
Board Member
Dr. Westerhaus serves on the APA Board of Professional Affairs after election in 2025. She contributes expertise in everyday advocacy and professional standards while representing Idaho psychologists at the national level.
Page Haviliand
President
Dr. Haviliand leads APA Division 55 as President, focusing on advancing prescribing psychology practices. She contributes her expertise in mental health treatment through her leadership role in national professional organizations.
Amy Walters
Featured Contributor
Dr. Walters provides expert insights on weight loss psychology through her research and clinical practice. Her contributions to APA's Monitor on Psychology highlight innovative approaches to behavioral health interventions.
Questions
What continuing education opportunities do you offer?
We provide APA-accredited virtual and in-person events covering topics like AI integration, neurological disease behavior, and psychopharmacology.
How can I access member benefits?
Membership benefits include event discounts, ipaShare resources, and participation in specialty committees and interest groups.
What advocacy efforts do you support?
We actively advocate for psychology professionals in Idaho through policy initiatives and representation in state-level discussions.
Are there student resources available?
Yes, we offer student programming including networking opportunities and career development resources tailored to emerging professionals.
