APA Presidential Citations

The APA president awards Presidential Citations to outstanding psychologists. 

Alan Nessman
For his exceptional contributions to psychology and his longstanding service to the American Psychological Association (APA) and APA Services, Inc. (APASI).

APA Council of Representatives Rural Health Caucus, the Committee on Rural Health, the Division 31 Rural Health Section, and all psychologists leading in advocacy for rural communities
For their leadership and advocacy to expand access to behavioral health care across rural communities.

APA Division 22 (Rehabilitation Psychology), Division 25 (Behavior Analysis), Division 33 (IDD/Autism), and psychologists serving autism patients, families, and caregivers
For the psychologists whose research, care, and advocacy have advanced understanding of autism and strengthened support for individuals, families, and communities.