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The American Psychological Association (APA) is the largest scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists in the United States. Its mission is to advance the creation, communication, and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people's lives. Their website includes a Psychologist Locator which allows one to find a psychologist by area of specialization, location, insurance and language.
The New York State Psychological Association (NYSPA) is a professional organization for licensed and certified psychologists in NY State. It supports excellence in education, training, research, advocacy and service in affiliation with the American Psychological Association. The NYSPA referral service lists psychologists licensed to practice by the State of New York.
The American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA) is an interdisciplinary community dedicated to the practice, theory and research of group therapy. The International Board for Certification of Group Therapists certifies group therapists as CGP which means that they have received specialized training and are expert group therapy practitioners. A directory of CGP's is available.
The Suffolk County Psychological Association is a professional organization for psychologists in Suffolk County, Long Island. It provides links to valuable information for professionals and the public. It includes information on workshops and events and has a searchable data base of therapists who are listed by geographic area, insurance plan, and specific types of treatment. There are resources on topics of current interest, public information, and emergency resources.
The First Dance seeks to "Manage the People Stress of Wedding Planning". It focuses on the transition from a couple's moment of engagement to their wedding and marriage, providing a wealth of resources for wedding planning and preparation. Premarital issues that arise for the couple and with their friends and families during this time are addressed. Premarital counseling is a tool that can help couples strengthen their upcoming marriage. A directory of highly experienced marriage and relationship therapists is included.
The National Registry of Marriage Friendly Therapists is dedicated to marriage counselors who value marriage and life long commitment. These couples therapists have years of verified training and experience in relationship counseling and couples counseling. They believe in helping couples restore their marriages to health, if at all possible. Marriage books for couples and therapists are available.
Find-a-Therapist.com is a directory of verified therapists including psychologists and marriage and family counselors, There are many tools and current articles about topic such as relationships and trust, infidelity, health and exercise and eating disorders, stress reduction. Links to a variety of mental health resources are also available.
Psychology Today is a magazine of commentary, research, and news in the field of psychology. It covers all aspects of human behavior from the workings of the brain to relationship quizzes. There is self help information and a directory of therapists and treatment facilities in the United States.
The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is an online consumer resource which features psychology related videos, articles, and in depth topics in the field of psychology. It is the largest credentialing organization for psychologists in the United States.
Find A Psychologist is a directory of 11,000 credentialed psychologists maintained by the above mentioned National Register of Health Service Psychologists.
Northeast Psychological Associates (NEPA) is a group of experienced highly trained psychologists who provide compassionate treatment dedicated to personal growth and understanding. They treat a broad range of problems ranging from anxiety and depression, health issues, child, adolescent, and family problems, couples counseling and relationship issues, eating disorders, trauma and stress management. The mind body connection is an integral part their work and the welfare of their clients is their highest priority. Cross references to topics of current interest to potential clients are available. Professionals will find access to a Professional Will developed by the Northeast Psychological Associates.
Psychologist and couples therapist, Dr. Barbara Fontana, writes a "tip of the week" for couples. Visit her website to sign up to receive her tips.