California Psychological Association Mission Statement

The California Psychological Association supports the psychologists of California in their efforts to promote the health and well-being of all citizens through volunteer association members and professional staff who:

• Educate the public about when and how to access psychological services as well as provide referrals when requested
• Provide leadership to the profession through legislative advocacy and regulatory oversight, marketing, and media outreach
• Create opportunities for continuing education, networking and mutual support among psychologists of all areas of specialty
• Offer professional practice consultation by providing information on clinical, legal, and ethical issues to help psychologists better serve the public
• Promote research, education, and training in psychology

California Psychological Association Vision (Adopted March 3, 2001)

CORE VALUES:

• Helping and empowering people to enrich their lives through the contribution of psychologists.
• Believing in psychology as an art and science that promotes knowledge, wisdom and healing.
• Respecting individual differences.
• Demonstrating the highest ethical standards and integrity

CORE PURPOSE: