Guidelines for the selection of the recipient of the Distinguished Psychologist of the Year Award:

  • Distinguished, sustained service in the practice of psychology.  While no specific length of service is required, a minimum of 15 to 20 years should be the norm.
  • The candidate is licensed and devotes a significant portion of time to the delivery of services.
  • Evidence of having received local, state, or national recognition.
  • The achievement of recognition by an appropriate specialty board.
  • Having served on local, state, or national boards, committees, and/or a Division of APA.
  • The publication of theoretical, scientific, and/or research articles, books, monographs, and assessment devices which have made a demonstrable impact on the practice or thinking of colleagues.
  • The recipient of honors from other professional organizations.
  • Significant contribution in the areas of the training and/or teaching of colleagues.
  • Distinguished contribution to public welfare as a psychologist.

Submission Deadline July 3, 2026.​

2026 Call for Award Nominations: Distinguished Psychologist of the Year

  • Submission Deadline July 3, 2026.

  • Distinguished Psychologist of the Year

    (one to be elected you may nominate up to three)
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