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33 Years
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Continuing Education for Clinical Psychologists
Founded in 1993, the Psychological Seminars is a membership organization dedicated to advancing excellence in clinical psychology through ethical practice and science-based standards. Our members are board-certified psychologists who provide high-quality services across diverse settings including hospitals, universities, and private practice. We promote the value of board certification, which represents a standard of practice significantly higher than state licensure, and encourage qualified professionals to pursue this distinction. Our organization offers continuing education opportunities, including virtual leadership summits and home study programs, to support professional development. We emphasize cultural competence, recognizing the importance of addressing factors like culture, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status in clinical practice.Our members contribute to leadership roles in the profession, serve as reviewers for insurance and government agencies, and provide expertise in mental health services globally. We maintain independence from other organizations, including the American Board of Professional Psychology, to focus on building a broader membership base. Our initiatives include discounted continuing education programs, professional liability insurance benefits, and resources for the public to locate qualified psychologists. We publish the Academy's journal, the Bulletin, and provide a platform for knowledge sharing through community articles and professional directories. Our commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and member-driven initiatives ensures we remain a trusted authority in clinical psychology.
Services
Continuing Education Programs
Professional Development
Board Certification Support
Psychology Resources
Leadership Training
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Board-certified members with advanced clinical expertise
- APA-approved continuing education programs since 1993
- Exclusive member discounts on professional development
- Independent organization focused on clinical psychology
- Emphasis on cultural competence and ethical practice
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association (APA)
Services
Continuing Education Programs
Our APA-approved continuing education programs include virtual leadership summits and home study options. These programs offer CE/CEU credits through partnerships with The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Participants access recordings, interactive modules, and earn certificates at their own pace.
Board Certification Support
We promote board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology as a higher standard than state licensure. Our resources help psychologists prepare for certification exams and maintain their credentials. We provide information about examination standards and the benefits of board certification.
Professional Development
Our initiatives include leadership training, networking opportunities, and professional liability insurance discounts. We support psychologists in various practice settings through our journal publications and community resources. Members gain access to exclusive professional development webinars and seminars.
Psychology Resources
We offer a professional directory for the public to locate qualified psychologists. Our resources include community articles on mental health topics, speaker bureau services, and job board access for career opportunities in clinical psychology.
Leadership Training
Our virtual leadership summits focus on advancing clinical psychology practice and psychopharmacology. These programs explore leadership strategies, legislative developments, and clinical practice innovations. Participants earn CE credits while developing skills for professional advancement and organizational leadership.
People
Gerardo Rodriguez-Menendez
President
PhD in Clinical Psychology with neuropsychology concentration. Professor and Department Chair at The Chicago School. Former Dean at multiple universities. Expert in leadership development and multicultural training models. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Mary Ann Norfleet
Treasurer
Licensed psychologist in California with clinical and teaching experience at Stanford University. Fellow of multiple psychological associations. Specializes in consultation-liaison psychiatry and mental health research. Active in professional accreditation committees.
Julie Landry
Secretary
Board-certified clinical psychologist with military experience. Owner of private practices specializing in neurodivergent conditions and trauma treatment. Author on telehealth applications. Holds master's degrees in industrial/organizational psychology and clinical psychopharmacology.
George Kapalka
Director
Clinical and prescribing psychologist with 30+ years of experience treating children and adolescents. Distinguished Professor at Alliant International University. Author of six books including 'Parenting Your Out-of-Control Child'. Recipient of Researcher of the Year Award.
Morgan Ferris-Johnston
Director
Licensed psychologist in Illinois and Indiana. First cohort graduate of The Chicago School's Clinical Psychopharmacology Program. Active in prescriptive authority advocacy. Completed fellowship training at Ascension Alexian Brothers Hospital. Published researcher in clinical psychopharmacology.
Questions
What is the American Academy of Clinical Psychology?
We are a membership organization promoting excellence in clinical psychology through board certification, continuing education, and ethical practice standards since 1993.
How do I access continuing education programs?
Members receive free access to CE courses through our partnership with The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and discounted options with Professional Resource Press.
What are the membership benefits?
Benefits include discounted annual premiums for professional liability insurance, free CE courses, and access to our professional journal and networking opportunities.
How does the Academy support board certification?
We advocate for board certification as a higher standard than state licensure and provide resources for psychologists seeking certification through ABPP.
Are your CE programs APA approved?
Yes, our continuing education programs are APA-approved through partnerships with TZK Seminars and Professional Resource Press.
