The Ontario Psychological Association (OPA) is the professional organization representing psychology in Ontario. The OPA was established in 1947. Our members are clinicians, academics, researchers, and students who are dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of Ontarians. The OPA provides leadership to promote the mental health and wellbeing of Ontarians, and to inspire excellence in the profession of psychology through research, education, clinical excellence and advocacy. The OPA strives for a healthcare system in which psychological services are accessible to all Ontarians, where psychologists can practice to their full potential, and the value of the professional healthcare services psychologists provide is widely and properly recognized.
OPA Mission
The OPA provides leadership to promote the mental health and wellbeing of Ontarians, and to inspire excellence in the profession of psychology through research, education, clinical excellence and advocacy.
OPA Vision
- A healthcare system in which psychological services are accessible to all Ontarians
- Psychologists are able to practice to their full potential
- The value of the professional healthcare services psychologists provide is widely and properly recognized.
OPA Values
- Ethical behaviours, professionalism, self regulation and collaboration
- Timely and equitable access to psychology for all Ontarians
- The application of research and evidence based care to promote best psychological practices
- The life long learning needs of our members, fulfilled through excellence in training, mentoring and continuing education