The Vermont Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Vermont Psychological Association maintains responsibility for its programs and their content.
The New Hampshire Psychological Association sponsors or co-sponsors all of the pre-recorded video courses on this catalog. VPA is grateful for its collaboration and partnership.
The DSM-5 and ICD-11 have proposed significant changes in the assessment and diagnosis of personality disorders, the largest change being a transition from personality disorder categories to assessing personality disorder trait dimensions and level of personality severity. With this transition
Medication-centered approaches can have limitations for both the person served and the clinician. This course offers a thorough examination of critical psychiatry, emphasizing our therapeutic alliance and navigating common scenarios in longitudinal psychiatric care. Serving to provide practical idea
This workshop will present evidence-based information and treatment related to the identification and treatment of pregnant and postpartum women who are experiencing mental health issues. The presenters will discuss the diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues and disorders, such as per
The mental health treatment field is changing, and is about to change even more than many expect. The emergence of new and novel treatments, including three (psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA-AT) that have been given “breakthrough therapy designation” by the FDA in their approval proc
How do we support spiritual needs and growth within therapy? As providers of care that supports the full life cycle, we will explore how spiritual and transpersonal needs emerge within therapy an
Tackling Sexism in Psychotherapy is an interactive, 6-hour training, designed for current psychotherapy practitioners. It will provide information about how sexism harms people and affects the success of psychotherapy, and will discuss the benefits of overtly addressing sexism in psychothe
In today’s swiftly changing landscape, psychologists are witnessing a surge of fresh opportunities and possibilities, such as the use of artificial intelligence in psychological practice, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and interstate practice under PSYPACT. These emerging frontiers not only broaden the scope of professional activities for aiding clients and patients through innovat
