American Board of Psychological Specialties

About ABPS

The American Board of Psychological Specialties is a Board of five subspecialties in the arena of psychology including: Addiction Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Geriatric Psychology, Psychotherapy, and Trauma Psychology.

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Florida Board of Psychology Approval

The American Board of Psychological Specialties (ABPS) is proud to announce that after persistent petitioning and having met the required standards, the Florida Board of Psychology has granted our institution the authority to credential our qualifying Florida members with the honor of Certified Member or Diplomate.

Those who currently hold the designation of Diplomate will need to complete the ABPS requirements to use this designation in Florida. If you have questions concerning your qualifications or for more information on this prestigious designation, please contact our Member Services Department at (800) 423-9737.

We are honored to have received this authorization, and we look forward to continually satisfying the professional needs of our members.

Achieving Diplomate Status

Check out our site to find out more information about becoming a Diplomate in Psychological Specialties. If you are not a member of ACFEI please feel free to check out our membership opportunities and become one of the elite with a membership with ACFEI.

Requirements

• Be an ACFEI member in good standing
• Agree to adhere to ACFEI’s Principles of Professional Practice
• Graduation with a doctoral degree in psychology from a regionally accredited graduate program
• Possession of a current, valid license to practice psychology
• Have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience
• Complete an oral examination conducted by ABPS Board Members in one of the following subspecialties:
  • Addiction Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Geriatric Psychology
  • Psychotherapy
  • Trauma Psychology

Certification

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