Who We Are

The Virginia Board of Psychology consists of a 9-member Board, administrative, enforcement, licensing, and support staff.

What We Do

We regulate Applied Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, School Psychologist, School Psychologist-Limited and Sex Offender Treatment Providers.

Apply for a License

Recent graduates, professionals licensed outside of Virginia, and those wanting to reinstate licenses.

Laws and Regulations

Review state laws and regulations that apply to health professionals.

Guidance Documents

Documents that provide guidance to interpret or implement statutes or the agency's rules or regulations.

Renew License

Health Professionals who are licensed in Virginia can renew their licenses online.

File a Complaint

The Department of Health Professions investigates complaints about Virginia healthcare practitioners who may have violated a regulation or law.

Featured News

Coming Soon - Psychological Practitioner

The Virginia Board of Psychology has initiated an exempt regulatory action, as mandated by the 2024 General Assembly, to establish a new license for master’s-level psychologists under the title “Psychological Practitioner.”

Upcoming Events

Tue, Jul 8, 2025 10:00 AM
Board of Psychology Informal Conferences - Agency Subordinate

Wed, Jul 9, 2025 10:00 AM
Senate Bill 752 (Favola) Workgroup Meeting
Board Room 1

Mon, Jul 21, 2025 10:00 AM
Board of Psychology Regulatory Meeting
Board Room 3

More information on the Psychology Calendar Page.

News Archive

Important Information For Active Duty Service Members, Veterans & Military Spouses

Virginia Board of Psychology
psy@dhp.virginia.gov
Jaime Hoyle, Executive Director
Aliya Chapman, Ph.D., Board Chair