Committee on Professional Practice and Standards

The Committee on Professional Practice and Standards shall:

1. Develop and recommend to the Board of Professional Affairs (BPA) standards and guidelines for providers of psychological services.
2. Along with the BPA, provide assistance to other APA bodies developing practice guidelines.
3. Monitor, evaluate, and develop information regarding the scientific and professional aspects of psychological services.
4. Recommend to BPA actions to implement these policies.
5. Monitor federal and state laws and regulations affecting delivery of psychological services to ensure the use of psychology in the public interest.

• 2026 Chair: Leisl M. Bryant, PhD, ABPP (2025–27)
• 2026 Vice-Chair: Stephen E. Lupeopens in new window, PsyD (2024–26)
• Paul W. Kettlewellopens in new window , PhD, ABPP (2024–26)
• Megan M. Loewopens in new window , PhD (2025–26)
• Stella D. Nelmsopens in new window , PhD, ABPP (2025–27)
• Soonyoung Kimopens in new window , MS (2025–27)
• Kelly Championopens in new window , PhD, ABPP (2025–27)
• Lindsay Oberleitner , PhD (2026–27)
• Lilia Mucka Andrew , PhD  (2026–28)
• Gerald P. Koocher , PhD, ABPP (2026–28)

• Lynn Bufka , PhD
• Madeline Boening

• Paul W. Kettlewellopens in new window , PhD, ABPP (2024–26)

• Procedural Notes and Tips for Prospective Guideline Developers (PDF, 188kB)

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