American Psychological Association

The American Psychological Association (APA) is the main professional organization of psychologists in the United States, and the largest psychological association in the world. It has over 157,000 members, including scientists, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students. It has 54 divisions, which function as interest groups for different subspecialties of psychology or topical areas. The APA has an annual budget of around $125 million.

Not to be confused with the American Psychiatric Association or the American Philosophical Association.

American Psychological Association
FormationJuly 1892 (1892-07)
Headquarters750 First Street, NE
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Coordinates38.89988°N 77.00753°W / 38.89988; -77.00753
Membership
Over 157,000
President
Cynthia de las Fuentes
CEO
Arthur C. Evans, Jr.
Websitewww.apa.org
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