Career Transitions

A resource for psychologists facing employment transition and personal career challenges while maintaining well-being and resilience

Events, training, and webinars

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Job insecurity and burnout: Tools for uncertain times

Learn how to redirect fear into action, shift self-talk toward strength, and stay resilient through setbacks
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Business Essentials: Starting Up Your Solo Health Service Professional Private Practice

This masterclass equips psychologists in the United States with the business skills, systems, and strategies to launch and grow a thriving private practice
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How Did You Get That Job?

Learn how other professionals got their current job and how you can apply your training, knowledge, skills, and experience to a similar career path
 

Networking opportunities

Build connections through one of APA’s 54 topical divisions

Connect with other scientists, educators and professional that share your interest

Volunteer as a Campus Ambassador

Help educate your fellow students on the value of becoming an APA student affiliate and part of the APA community.

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APA's Membership Directory is an exclusive community-building benefit for our members. Update your profile or search for other members to build your network.

Join the conversation with APA on LinkedIn

Join the conversation on APA’s social media platforms.

Get involved in APA governance

Serve on a board, committee, or other group to build connections and contribute to the field.
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Smart networking for psychologistslogin required

Learn actionable networking habits that spark long term career growth across clinical, academic, and organizational settings

Career transition related articles

Psychology researchers look abroad amid U.S. funding cuts

Funding cuts prompt researchers and students to consider positions in other countries

Jobs for young scientists in turbulent times

How graduates are applying their training to find fulfilling work

Pursuing additional income streams

Practitioners diversify their services as a buffer against economic instability

The experience of working in America during times of change

Workers report how employers are navigating technological, economic, and political change

How to prepare students for research careers outside academia

Changing landscape means students should get ready for alternate career paths

How psychologists can thrive in startup roles

Demystifying the roles psychologists play in digital health startups

Temporary work for psychologists is gaining traction

Short-term assignments can enhance work-life balance and career advancement

Podcast: Coping with job insecurity

Mindy Shoss, PhD, talks about the future of work, including how AI and technology may reshape jobs
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Jiaying Zhao helps people enjoy protecting the planet

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Kenya Key uses restorative justice to improve mental health outcomes for youth in custody

Salary information

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Salary data and negotiation skills

Learn how to determine what your position is worth and how to negotiate appropriately
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Data tool: Salaries in psychology

Salaries for psychology doctorate and professional degree holders by career stage, position type, sector and geographic area
Supercharge Your Online Professional Presence

Generate side income online as a psychologist

Learn how to grow a side venture that can provide real income, and avoid wasting time and money along the way

Wellness boost

Stephanie Weiss, owner of High Frequency Healing, has some short wellness boosts designed to relieve stress and tension.

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