Michigan Psychological Association

02/05/2026

01/22/2026

💙 NEW CE OPPORTUNITY 💙

Working with clients navigating infertility can be emotionally complex and deeply sensitive. Join us for a timely CE exploring how Radically Open DBT can support clients during fertility treatment.

🧠 Radically Open DBT for Clients in Infertility Treatment
🎤 Presented by Dr. Abby Brown
📅 Friday, February 13
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM EST
💻 Live via Zoom
🎓 1 CE Credit

💲 Registration Rates
• MPA Members: $25
• Non-Members: $35
• MPA Student Members: FREE

✨ Perfect for psychologists and mental health professionals looking to expand their clinical tools when supporting clients facing infertility-related stress, grief, and emotional vulnerability.

🔗 Register now (Zoom link provided upon registration)
https://www.michiganpsychologicalassociation.org/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35724

📧 Questions or accommodation requests? Contact office@michiganpsychologicalassociation.org

01/21/2026

HAPPY NATIONAL HUGGING DAY!

Research shows that physical touch (including hugs) can help lower cortisol (“stress hormone”) and trigger oxytocin, a hormone linked to bonding, emotional regulation, and reduced anxiety. Be sure to hug a loved one today!

01/19/2026

🕰️ This Thursday | Earn 1 CE Credit


Chronic pain remains one of the most complex challenges faced by clinicians. Join us this Thursday, January 22, for a timely CE exploring the role of hypnosis in pain management.

🧠 Hypnosis and Pain Management
📅 Thursday, January 22
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM EST
💻 Live via Zoom
🎓 1 CE Credit

Presented by:
Dr. Sayyed Mohsen Fatemi, PhD, PsyD
York University

💲 Registration:
• MPA Members: $25
• Non-Members: $35
• MPA Student Members: FREE

🔗 Register here: https://www.michiganpsychologicalassociation.org/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35707

The Michigan Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. MPA maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Questions or accommodation requests? Contact office@michiganpsychologicalassociation.org

01/12/2026

Call for Conference Contributions

The Michigan Psychological Association is now accepting applications for the 2026 Spring Annual Conference on Early Detection and Intervention. We encourage creative applications that address the early detection and intervention for mental health concerns. We envision potential topics such as: early detection of Alzheimer's disease, preventative interventions for patients at risk of self-harm, lowering the risk for opioid use in young adults, identifying genetic predispositions for bipolar disorder, and more. Applications can be submitted for presentations or panel discussions. Submissions selected will be given a 60-minute time slot.

Presentations are not required to be research based; we welcome submissions describing organization of care, ethical considerations, implementation of novel interventions, and/or case studies.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/c6PbfvaSKnQUMt4C6

For trainees (undergraduate, graduate, intern, or post-doc) we encourage the submission of a virtual poster. Poster presentations can be submitted via this link: https://forms.gle/3Rz9zCG75BzmJSYL9

Applications are due by February 22, 2026 at midnight and applicants will receive a decision notification by the second week of March.

All submissions are required to use proper APA formatting.

Please contact us with any questions at program@michiganpsychologicalassociation.org

12/18/2025

The Michigan Psychological Association joined a broad coalition of behavioral health and healthcare organizations in sending a joint letter to Michigan’s Congressional Delegation urging inclusion of all mental health providers (including master’s level psychologists) to a proposed federal definition of individuals that hold a “professional degree”.

At a time when Michigan is facing increased need for mental health care, protecting access to education for mental health providers is essential to protecting access to care for our communities. MPA stands with our fellow mental health professionals in advocating for efforts that strengthen Michigan’s capacity to meet growing mental health needs.

12/16/2025

🧠 Upcoming MPA Continuing Education Opportunity 🧠

Join the Michigan Psychological Association for an engaging 1-hour live CE webinar:

✨ Hypnosis and Pain Management
🎤 Presented by Dr. Sayyed Mohsen Fatemi, PhD, PsyD
📅 THURSDAY, January 22, 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 PM (EST)
💻 Live via Zoom
👥 Anticipated attendance: ~40 participants

This MPA CE event will explore the use of hypnosis in pain management, offering practical insights grounded in ethical, evidence-based practice.

✔️ MPA is approved by LARA and APA to offer continuing education credits
✔️ Designed for licensed psychologists and mental health professionals
✔️ Live, interactive learning experience

📌 Register here: https://www.michiganpsychologicalassociation.org/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35707

Questions? Contact us at office@michiganpsychologicalassociation.org

12/15/2025

Hello MPA members!

Please be sure to check out this tutorial video I made on how to renew your membership in our new database/website.

If you haven't logged into the new system yet, don't forget that you can do so with the username from the last website and your temporary password is Capital first initial + capitalized last name + 2025! (Example: JSmith2025!)

Association Manager, Marcy Potter, shows how to renew your MPA membership on the new website.

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day from MPA!

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Today, we pause to honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms inspire us deeply.

At the Michigan Psychological Association, we also recognize the importance of mental health support for veterans and their families. We encourage our community to continue raising awareness, promoting access to care, and showing gratitude in meaningful ways every day.

Thank you for your service and your strength. 💙

11/05/2025

Don't miss our Annual Fall Health Psychology Symposium happening THIS Friday!

For more information, including how to register visit our website:

10/20/2025

Connect. Grow. Lead. Join the MPAGS network for Michigan psychology graduate students.

The MPAGS Committee supports psychology graduate students across Michigan through mentorship, community, and professional development. Get involved and help shape the future of psychology in our state.

10/15/2025

🌿 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 MPA Annual Fall Virtual Symposium! 🌿

🗓 Friday, November 7th | 9:00am – 3:00pm
💻 Virtual Event
🎓 Earn 4 Continuing Education (CE) Credits

Theme: Sustainability Across the Continuum for Health Psychology

🧠 Keynote Speaker

Stephen R. Gillaspy, PhD
Deputy Chief, Health Policy and Healthcare Financing
American Psychological Association

Keynote Presentation: Health Care Financing: Billing, Coding, and Policy Update

💵 Registration Rates

MPA Member: $100

Non-Member: $140

MPA Student Member: $40

Non-Member Student: $60

Earn 4 CE Credits!
The Michigan Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.
The Michigan Psychological Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Please contact office@michiganpsychologicalassociation.org
with any questions or for information including:
• Educational objectives
• Target audience
• Instructional level
• Attendance policy
• Refund/cancellation policy
• Instructor credentials
• Full list of speakers and presentation titles
• Any potential conflicts of interest

🌿 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with colleagues from across Michigan!
Secure your spot today and be part of this engaging virtual symposium.

👉 Register Now: https://mpsa.memberclicks.net/2025_fall_symposium #/