Business of Practice

Business Management Areas

• Professional Development Resources

  This section features APA-approved guidelines for practitioners, clinical information, resources for early-career psychologists, self-care guidance and more.

• Alternative Practice Models

  This section provides information and resources for psychologists about emerging trends, challenges and opportunities related to alternative practice models.

• Practice management

  This section contains tools and resources from APA Services to help you operate your practice as a business. Learn how to create a business plan, develop a cohesive mission, draft your professional will, and even close down your practice.

• Practice Marketing

  The resources in this section are designed to help psychologists connect with potential clients and referral sources who could benefit from your services, and apply effective and ethical marketing strategies to drive business.

• Financial Management

  A solid understanding of your finances can help you track the performance of your practice and implement strategies for a sound financial future. The resources in this section will help you begin the process.

• Technology in practice

  Building, operating, and maintaining a technology-enabled practice

• Legal and Regulatory Compliance

  Psychologists are required to comply with numerous laws and regulations related to various aspects of their practice. This section addresses legal issues such as duty to warn, record keeping, responding to subpoenas, working with insurance and managed care and more.

• HIPAA Compliance

  This section provides information to help psychologists know the steps they need to take to comply with the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.

• Collaborating With Other Providers

  Relationship building tools for members and state, provincial and territorial psychological associations (SPTAs) to use with primary care providers for advocacy and outreach.