Iranian Psychological Association of America

Iranian Psychological Association of America (IPAA) is a non-profit organization that promotes research and training on psychological issues in the Iranian and American communities.[1]

History

IPAA was established on June 10, 2005, as a non-profit organization composed of Master's and Doctoral level clinicians and students in the mental health field. Its goal is to raise awareness of mental health issues affecting the Iranian community.

IPAA has received continuing education sponsorship approval from the American Psychological Association.[2] IPAA is also approved by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences[3] to provide continuing education classes to Marriage and Family Therapists and LCSWs. Monthly meetings are held in which licensed psychologists present continuing education classes to IPAA's members.

Collaborations

IPAA works in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Psychological Association[4] to enhance awareness and treatment of different mental health issues through a multicultural lens.

See also

References
  1. IPAA website
  2. "APA website". Archived from the original on 2008-12-03. Retrieved 2009-05-05.
  3. "BBS List of approved providers" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-11-08. Retrieved 2009-05-07.
  4. LACPA website
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