Professional Associations and Organizations

The following associations and societies provide valuable advice on how to develop and enhance your understanding and knowledge of the field of psychology, and how to excel in your chosen career. As well, being part of a professional organization keeps you connected and up-to-date on new developments in the field. 

• Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)

• Ontario Psychological Association  

• Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards

• College of Psychologists of Ontario

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

• Canadian Mental Health Association

• Ontario Association of Child and Youth Counsellors

• Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists and Psychotherapists

• Canadian Association for Child and Play Therapy

• Ordre des psychologues du Québec

• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

• Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse

• American Psychological Association (APA)

• American Psychological Society

Note: To obtain certification with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, you must have completed specific graduate courses. Contact the CCA and determine if the choice of courses in your program acceptably meets their certification standards.