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 Join CPA or Renew

New members are required to fill out a new member application form. This is done online, but approval by the CPA Membership committee takes up to 2-4 weeks.

This delay allows us to verify student or professional standing. No fees are collected until approval. Please see the alternate paper-based application for rates and details.

Current, or previously approved renewing members will be directed to our online payment area via Google Checkout.

 Benefits of CPA Membership

 

Support Legislative Advocacy

During the state legislative sessions, CPA represents psychologists through its lobbyist and CPA member volunteers who serve on the very active Legislative Committee. The goal is to expand and protect the unique characteristics of the practice of psychology under state law. Strong liaisons are maintained with the American Psychological Association, federal and state legislators, boards and agencies, allied health/mental health organizations and the media in the service of advocating most effectively for the profession of psychology. Your membership considerably strengthens our voice at the legislature, as the more psychologists we represent, the louder our voice.

 

Advertise Through the Statewide Referral Service

As a member of CPA, you are eligible to be listed in the CPA Referral Service at no additional cost. This service is also hosted on the web site under "Find a Psychologist.” Community members call the CPA Office or search the online database to be matched with psychologists on the basis of clinical needs and the location of the practice.

 

 

Free Ethics and Professional Review Consultation

 

The Ethics Committee provides an on-call service for persons with questions, dilemmas, or complaints.  The primary function of the Ethics Committee is to enlighten our colleagues and promote ethical conduct by helping them interpret and apply the APA “Ethical Principals of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.”  To access the Ethics Committee on-call service, simply call the CPA office to obtain the contact information. 

 

Network with Other Psychologists and Students

CPA presents many opportunities to meet colleagues, expand professional contacts and work together on areas of common interest. Conferences and social events happen regularly. The Colorado Psychologist, our bi-monthly newsletter, and the “Members Only” section of the website connect members to regional, state and national psychology news and developments. Volunteering with a committee or taskforce is always welcomed and a great way to get involved.

 

Access Publications

CPA publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, The Colorado Psychologist, which contains commentaries by the President of CPA, articles addressing the national and state issues affecting psychologists, ethical issues, clinical theories and advancements, notices of upcoming events, job listings, classified ads and special features like interviews, book reviews and reports. Issues of The Colorado Psychologist dating back to 2004 are available through our website archive.

 

 

Receive Discounts on Programs, Conferences, and Services.

 

The cost of CPA continuing education programs are discounted for members. Continuing Education credits lower malpractice liability premiums for some of the major companies insuring psychologists.  Local service providers also often offer discounts to CPA members.

 

 

Membership Types and Description

Full

Member

The applicant has evidence of receipt of the doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited graduate school or is licensed in the state of Colorado.

Academic Member

The applicant meets the criteria for Full Member (see above) and works in an academic setting at least 20 hours per week.

Early Career  Member

The applicant has evidence of receipt of the doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited graduate school.  Early Career members have had their doctoral degree for 5 or fewer years.

Out-of-State Associate Member

The applicant has evidence of receipt of the doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited graduate school and lives out of state.

Master’s Level Associate Member

The applicant has evidence of receipt of a master’s degree with a major concentration in Psychology or its equivalent, from an accredited graduate school or is otherwise licensed to practice Psychotherapy in the State of Colorado.

Student

Member

The applicant can demonstrate current enrollment as an undergraduate, graduate, intern, or postdoctoral fellow endorsed by a faculty member. Student membership status shall be reviewed each year during the dues renewal period.

Related Professional Associate Member

This status shall be open to those from other disciplines (e.g., social work, divinity, education programs) who can demonstrate attainment of the requirements of the related profession including, but not limited to receipt of the required degree(s) from an accredited school and provide written recommendation from one person who must be a CPA member

Exempt Life Member

This status shall be open to Members who have retired from the practice of psychology and who apply to and are recommended by the Membership Committee and approved for this status by the Board of Directors. This category of membership shall be exempt from paying annual dues.

Special Circumstance Member

This status may be granted at the discretion of the Board of Directors. This category of membership shall be exempt from paying annual dues. For these individuals, the need for this membership designation will be reviewed each year during the dues renewal period.

Contributing Life Member

This status shall be open to Members who have attained the age of sixty-five, are actively engaged in the practice of Psychology, who apply to and are recommended by the Membership Committee and approved for this status by the Board of Directors. Annual dues may be reduced up to one-half of the prevailing Full Member rate if the Member is working half time or less..

 

  For a print version of the CPA Membership Application, please click here.

 Please contact the CPA office at 303-692-9303 if you have any questions.


 CPA Mission, Vision, Values
 
Mission

The Colorado Psychological Association advances the profession of psychology through advocacy and education for the promotion of psychological health and well-being.


Vision   

To be the voice of psychology in the State of Colorado.


Values    
  • Protecting the public through the ethical practice of psychology
  • Creating strong professional and social networks among psychologists
  • Building and maintaining alliances with other professional organizations
  • Diversity in the field of psychology
  • Fostering Professional Development
  • Promoting innovative healthcare and scientifically-supported practices
  • Educating the public on the benefits of psychological services
  • Service to the community
  • Advocating for the profession of psychology and mental health in legislation and regulatory action