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Psychologists, board and lawmakers back ‘senior psychologist’ licensure to ease relicensing hurdles for experienced clinicians
Summary
The Massachusetts Psychological Association and out‑of‑state psychologists told the Joint Committee that current paperwork and internship documentation requirements block experienced psychologists licensed elsewhere from practicing locally; sponsors proposed a ‘senior psychologist’ category to recognize long‑standing licensure and practice
At a Joint Committee hearing, the Massachusetts Psychological Association and individual psychologists urged lawmakers to create a ‘senior psychologist’ license to make it easier for experienced clinicians licensed in other states to obtain Massachusetts authorization.
Senator Jo Comerford’s office and the association characterized the problem as one of antiquated paperwork requirements that disproportionately affect mid‑career and senior psychologists who trained decades ago. Witnesses said the board currently requires original internship and…
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