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to the official web site of the Association of Practicing Psychologists: Montgomery - Prince George's Counties (APP). PURPOSE: The purpose of APP is to advance the practice of psychology, to be a resource to the community, and to promote human welfare. MEMBERS: APP members are practicing psychologists who are licensed in Maryland and who reside or practice in Montgomery and/or Prince George's Counties. Affiliate status is available to psychologists who do not meet all the criteria for full membership. CONTINUING EDUCATION: APP takes pride in offering its members, affiliates and other mental health professionals high quality continuing education programs at a reasonable cost. APP continuing education programs meet the requirements for continued licensure established by the Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists. Five or six three-hour programs are offered each year. At least one program each year focuses on legal/ethical issues. ISSUES ADVOCACY: APP tracks legislative issues and governmental affairs bearing on Montgomery County and Prince George's Counties and informs its members when serious concerns arise. APP works with the Maryland Psychological Association regarding state-level issues. If you are a psychologist or other mental health professional, and would like information on how to join APP click here or to attend one of our upcoming programs click here.

2006-2008 OFFICERS President Joseph Dalton, Ph.D 301-622-1714 President Elect vacant Past President Phyliss Burson, Ph.D. 301-299-9224 Membership Coordinator Rebecca Hertzman, Ed.D. 301-881-8898 Recording Secretary Pepper Buckley, Ph.D. 703-391-1363 Treasurer Carolyn Huard, Ph.D. 301-881-5044 Assistant Treasurer Laura Smith, Ph.D. 240-292-1701 Executive Committee vacant Program Chairpersons Stephan Silverman, Ph.D. 240-271-8964 Stanley Fagen, Ph.D. 301-816-0036 Public & Professional Affairs Chairperson Helen Avigan, Ph.D. 301-681-5657