PSYPACT 101
The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) is an interstate agreement that facilitates the practice of telepsychology and temporary in-person psychological services across state lines for licensed psychologists.
Who Can Use PSYPACT?
PSYPACT is exclusively available to licensed psychologists who:
Hold a full, unrestricted license to practice psychology based on a doctoral-level degree in at least one PSYPACT member state.
Declare a home state, which is the PSYPACT state where you hold your license and from which you will be physically located while providing telepsychology.
Have no history of disciplinary action on any psychology license.
Obtain an E.Passport from the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB).
Meet additional requirements set by the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) and the PSYPACT Commission.
As of June 2025, Rhode Island is the 41st PSYPACT-participating state. In addition to the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
The 9 states NOT part of PSYPACT are: Alaska, California, Louisiana, New Mexico, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, and Iowa. However, legislation has been introduced in New York, Massachusetts, Hawaii, and Iowa.
How Do You Get PSYPACT?
Decide Your Mode of Practice
Will you provide telepsychology services or temporary in-person services?
If telepsychology, you must apply for Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT).
For temporary in-person practice, refer to the specific PSYPACT temporary practice guidelines.
Confirm Eligibility for APIT
Meet the licensing and disciplinary history criteria.
Your home state must be a PSYPACT participating state.
Complete Your Application
Log in to your psypro.org account.
Fill out and digitally sign the APIT Acknowledgment Record.
Declare your PSYPACT home state—this must be a state where you are licensed and will be physically located during telepsychology sessions.
Submit your completed application for review.
Allow 3-4 weeks for processing.
For more information and to start your application, visit the official PSYPACT website.
For detailed steps and requirements, refer to the PSYPACT Application FAQs.
After obtaining PSYPACT credentials, psychologists should be mindful of the following:
You must practice within the scope defined by your home state and the state where your client is located. For instance, if your home state does not grant prescription privileges, you cannot prescribe in another state, even if that state allows it.
You are subject to the laws of the state where the client is located, including but not limited to those related to duty to warn, mandatory reporting, and record-keeping.
If any state (home or client’s) takes adverse action against your license, your PSYPACT privileges may be suspended.
Different states have varying requirements for retaining client records. In addition to reviewing state laws, it's advisable to follow the American Psychological Association's guidelines, which suggest maintaining records for at least seven years after the last service date or three years after a minor reaches the age of majority, whichever is later.
PSYPACT credentials require annual renewal. Keep track of renewal dates and ensure compliance with continuing education requirements.
If you’re feeling unsure or overwhelmed, we’re here to help. From custom informed consent documents to a multi-state version of HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP), we support therapists like you in building legally compliant practices. Want to talk through your multi-state expansion plan? Book a 30-minute free strategy session with us, and we’ll help you sort it out.
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