Psychologist Degrees in Indiana - IN

By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: February, 5 2010

Continuing Education and License Renewal for Psychologists in Indiana

Recipients of a psychology degree in Indiana are expected to earn 40 hours of continuing education credits every two years. At least 20 must consist of workshops, seminars, symposia, post-doctoral institutes, formally organized courses, or home-study programs. The remainder can include programs offered at meetings (relevant to psychology), individualized learning (like audio or video programs), or journal clubs, invited speaker sessions or colloquia. Management or business-related courses are not counted. Also, at least six hours must cover ethics, at least half of which must come from the first group of course types described above.

Professional Organizations for Psychologists in Indiana

For those considering a psychology degree in Indiana, there are several professional organizations to offer support and field questions:

Indiana Psychological Association

Founded in 1937, this is Indiana’s largest mental health group representing doctors, students and patients. As well as an association of professionals, the group helps educate the public on issues concerning mental health in the state.

1075 Broad Ripple Avenue, Suite 208
Indianapolis, Indiana 46220 USA
PHONE: (317) 257-7449
www.indianapsychology.org

Mental Health America of Indiana

Founded in 1916, this local chapter of the national organization seeks to improve services and attitudes toward the mentally ill and to help promote mental health to state residents.

Mental Health America of Indiana
1431 North Delaware Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 638-3501
www.mentalhealthassociation.com

Indiana Addictions Issues Coalition, Inc.

This organization focuses, as the name would suggest, on addiction issues, a major part of a psychologist’s job? The group seeks to assist patients in their recovery by educating the public on addition topics, and advocating on their clients’ behalf.

Junior Mental Health America of Indiana, Inc.

By encouraging teenagers and young adults to perform community service and learn about career paths in the treatment of mental illness, this group aims to teach the public about the treatment of this malady and reduce the stigma associated with it. 812-473-0029

Indiana Association for Infant and Toddler Mental Health, Inc. (IAITMH)

IAITMH focuses on the youngest, and patients, who cannot speak for themselves, and aims to create the best conditions under which these infants’ and toddlers’ minds can grow.
1431 N. Delaware Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 638-3501 ex 228

Indiana Mental Health and Aging Coalition

Growing hold sometimes comes with a terrible mental burden, and aging itself is sometimes seen in a negative light. This group advocates for the mental health of senior citizens by seeking to improve services geared toward the elderly and providing better access to mental health programs.

Depression: Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Indiana (DBSA)

By advocating for families and patients who suffer these afflictions, and the general public, who might otherwise not want to deal with them, the DBSA seeks to educate Indiana residents on the nature and dangers of these diseases, and to help de-stigmatize and eliminate them.
1431 North Delaware street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317)-638-3501