Need Help? Find A Psychologist Use the MPA Referral Service to find a licensed psychologist by location, problem type, ages served, etc. Read more »
MPA POSITION ON THE ROLE OF PSYCHOLOGISTS IN EVALUATION OF ADHD Recently, Value Options, a major insurer, approached MPA leadership for consultation regarding the appropriate role of licensed psychologists in the evaluation of ADHD, in necessary collaboration with physicians. MPA's position follows.Read more »
Online Depression Screening Depression screening is a way to call attention to a mood disorder that can be debilitating and to offer individuals in need of treatment an opportunity to connect to the mental health care system. Read more »
Coping with Disaster Visit the National Institute of Mental Health for information on helping children and adolescents cope with violence and disasters. Read more »
APA Help Center Questions? Worries? Need help? APA's Help Center is your online resource for brochures, tips and articles on the psychological issues that affect your physical and emotional well being as well as referral information. Read more »
MPA Foundation The foundation's mission is to support educational and other charitable programs to promote the public mental health welfare and advance the science and profession of psychology. Read more »
Public Forum The newsletter of the Michigan Department of Community Health/Bureau of Health Professions. Read More »
HealthLink A publication of the Michigan Department of Community Health — Bureau of Health Professions. Read More »
Michigan Project for Informed Public Policy (MPIPP) A new effort to bring accurate psychological research information into the public policy discussion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) issues in Michigan. Read More »
Dan Klein, Psy.D., "Marketing for Private Practice"
Steven Craig, Psy.D., "Smart Business Strategies and Insurance"
Alan Lewandowski, Ph.D., ABN, FACPN, "Ethical Practice"
Judith Kovach, Ph.D., "Advocacy and Psychological Practice"
Director of Professional Affairs Position
The Michigan Psychological Association is seeking a fully licensed MPA member to fill the position of Director of Professional Affairs. This is a quarter time contractual position based in Lansing, Michigan. The position requires extensive work in the legislative and policy making arenas. Knowledge of the legislative and policy making process is strongly desired. An ability to communicate effectively with lobbyists, legislators and outside constituency groups is needed. Preference will be given to individuals knowledgeable in current policy issues involving scope of practice, training and education, mental health services, and insurance matters. Some training will be available. The individual will report to the MPA Board. Hourly contractual rate will be based on experience and qualifications. Annual attendance at a national conference in Washington D.C. will be required. If interested, please send letter of interest and resume to Dr. Carol J. Schwartz at
