APA and the American Psychological Foundation annually sponsor four fellows to work on the staff of U.S. members of congress and congressional committees. Learn more about the fellowships program which is currently accepting applications for 2027–28.
APA is pleased to announce four congressional fellows for 2026–27 year:
Richard Chang, PhD, is a 2026-2027 Springfield LGBTQIA+ congressional fellow, a position funded by the American Psychological Foundation for psychologists with an interest in LGBTQIA+ health and civil rights policy. He is working as a policy fellow in the office of U.S. Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-California)opens in new window focusing on health policy, health 2 equity, and reducing health disparities among marginalized communities.
Kathleen J. Hart, PhD, ABPP, is the 202627 Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellow funded through the American Psychological Foundation. The Goldman Fellowship supports psychologists in applying their expertise in child development. Hart, is working in the office of Senator Ron Wyden (D-Oregon)opens in new window as a member of his Domestic Policy Team. Her specific focus will be on youth mental health, access to behavioral health care, and juvenile justice.
Douglas E. Lewis, Jr., PsyD, is a 2026-27 APA Congressional Fellow. He is working in the office of U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois)opens in new window focusing primarily on Health and Disability Policy.
Héctor D. Torres Ruiz, PhD, is a 2026-2027 APA Congressional Fellow. Torres Ruiz is working in the office of Congressman Ritchie Torres (D-New York)opens in new window focusing on healthcare, mental health, health care technology and Puerto Rico. For more information, contact Ben Vonachen, senior director, congressional and federal relations.
For more information, email Ben Vonachen.