Nebraska Psychological Association

Nebraska Psychological Association The purpose of NPA is to advance psychology as a science and as a means of promoting human welfare by the encouragement of psychology in all its branches.

The purpose of the Nebraska Psychological Association is the same as that of the American Psychological Association and is as follows:

…to advance psychology as a science and as a means of promoting human welfare by the encouragement of psychology in all its branches in the broadest and most liberal manner. It does so by promoting research in psychology and the improvements of the qualification a

nd competence of psychologists through high standards of ethical conduct, education and achievement, and by the dissemination of psychological journals and special reports. We strive:
• to promote the independent practice of clinical and consulting psychology to be at the forefront of mental health care;
• to promote the highest standards of ethical and effective practice;
•to educate ourselves, our colleagues, our government and the public on issues of common concern;and
• to bring the resources of psychology to bear on social problems in our state and our communities.

Nebraska Medicaid work requirements went into effect on May 1st. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (D...
05/11/2026

Nebraska Medicaid work requirements went into effect on May 1st. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) released a provider bulletin:https://dhhs.ne.gov/Medicaid%20Provider%20Bulletins/Provider%20Bulletin%2026-03.pdf addressing presumptive eligibility and Medicaid work requirements; and provided implementation details and member resources on their website: https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/WorkRequirements.aspx .

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NPA was proud to honor Senator John Fredrickson with the Friend of Psychology Award at the 2026 NPA Spring Conference in...
05/05/2026

NPA was proud to honor Senator John Fredrickson with the Friend of Psychology Award at the 2026 NPA Spring Conference in Omaha on May 1st. Presenting the award are Drs. Ashleigh Clarke and Cate Jones-Hazledine.

Bridging mental health and the justice system! NPA's RxP Committee Co-Chair, Megan Lawhon, PsyD, presented on Psychotrop...
04/28/2026

Bridging mental health and the justice system! NPA's RxP Committee Co-Chair, Megan Lawhon, PsyD, presented on Psychotropics and Court-Involved Youth for the UNL College of Law Nebraska Children's Justice and Legal Advocacy Center in Kearney on Friday, April 24th. Proud of our members advocating for Nebraska's youth where it matters most. 👏

Tax day relief… good food and great conversations with colleagues at the NPA Omaha Psychologist Lunch today!
04/15/2026

Tax day relief… good food and great conversations with colleagues at the NPA Omaha Psychologist Lunch today!

Members… don't miss our Legislative Breakfast – an important opportunity to advocate for psychologists ad mental/behavio...
01/30/2026

Members… don't miss our Legislative Breakfast – an important opportunity to advocate for psychologists ad mental/behavioral health in Nebraska. RSVP at: https://www.nebpsych.org/event-6524476

01/24/2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming embedded in psychological practice. Don’t miss this important live webi...
10/24/2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming embedded in psychological practice. Don’t miss this important live webinar that provides psychologists with
• a foundation for understanding what AI is,
• possible uses in professional settings, and
• the ethical frameworks that should guide its adoption.
The webinar will conclude with a short, applied section illustrating how AI can be used responsibly in everyday practice. Learn more: https://www.nebpsych.org/event-6341884

Early Career Psychologists, join NPA’s Ethics Committee for a relaxed, ECP-only Pre-Conference Session. Bring your quest...
08/21/2025

Early Career Psychologists, join NPA’s Ethics Committee for a relaxed, ECP-only Pre-Conference Session. Bring your questions, discuss ethical challenges relevant to ECPs, and connect with peers and committee members before the conference kicks off. Reserve your spot at: https://www.nebpsych.org/event-6301221

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