Practice and SPTA Leadership Conference

The Practice and SPTA Leadership Conference (PSLC) is the premier event for APA and SPTA leaders to co-create transformational impact for the psychology profession and critical societal issues. The conference brings together psychologists from the United States, territories, and Canada, along with APA governance, to strategize on issues important to practicing psychologists. The conference also fosters leadership and effective governance strategies for participating associations.

APA’s engagement with SPTA leaders is designed to strengthen connections and maximize our partnership as we work together to move the psychology profession forward. Please mark your calendars for the following dates:

• January 22, 2025, 6–7:30 p.m. Eastern time
  PSLC Orientation and Introductions (Zoom)
  The orientation will feature a 45-minute presentation about the PSLC conference and its goals. It will also have a 45-minute affinity group breakout session to connect with peers before arriving in Washington, DC.
• February 6–8, 2025
  Practice and SPTA Leadership Conference (in-person in Washington, DC)
  The opening reception will begin at 5 p.m. Eastern time on February 6. PSLC will end late on February 8 so plan to make February 9 a travel day.

The following leaders from each SPTA are invited to participate:

• President
• President-elect
• Executive director/CEO
• Director of professional affairs (paid staff only)

Nominees who are selected to attend will be funded by APA (SPTAs will not be able to self-fund additional delegates). The call for nominations will be sent to SPTA executive directors, directors of professional affairs, and the presidential trios early in October. Additional participants at PSLC 2025 will include representatives from key governance and staff groups, including APA Board of Directors, Board of Professional Affairs, Committee of State Leaders, Divisions 31 and 42, and APA’s Executive Leadership Team.

PSLC 2025 will be held in person at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, DC. The focus will be on leadership, SPTA advocacy, and positioning the psychology profession to lead the way in a changing world.

• Travel booking instructions (PDF, 243KB)
  Note: The booking period is between December 4, 2024–January 11, 2025.
• Conference program (PDF, 340KB)
• Speaker bios (PDF, 800KB)
• Attendees and participants (PDF, 517KB)

Q: How do I book my travel?

A: You will book your travel using APA’s online travel agency, Deem/ATC, between December 4, 2024–January 11, 2025. Instructions for booking travel were provided via email. For detailed steps, see the travel booking instructions attached above.

Q: Who covers travel expenses?

A: APA will cover the cost of airfare (standard economy) and three nights at the Grand Hyatt. Additional costs, such as hotel upgrades, ground transportation, or meals outside of PSLC events, are not covered.

Q: Can I modify or cancel my travel plans?

A: Yes, contact ATC Travel Management directly to modify or cancel flights. For hotel cancellations, email Maddie Boening as soon as possible.

Q: How many CE credits can I earn at PSLC 2025?

A: Attendees can earn up to 7.5 CE credits by participating in eligible sessions throughout the conference.

Q: When is the next conference?

A: February 5–8, 2026

• 2024 Practice and SPTA Leadership Conference