Shane G. Owens, PhD, ABPP
Dear Colleague:
I appreciate your interest in board certification in behavioral and cognitive psychology. The American Board of Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology (ABBCP) is a member board of the American Board of Professional Psychology(ABPP) and is responsible for certifying psychologists with specialized skills, knowledge, and experience in applying principles of learning, cognition, and behavior to psychological practice.
Board certification can be important for career advancement. It also enhances practice visibility and may support licensure mobility. In addition, it signals to the public that you possess specialized expertise. Perhaps most importantly, ABBCP certification connects you to a community devoted to applying empirical approaches to promote health, safety, success, and quality of life.
While many psychologists view licensure as the completion of their education and training, we believe that board certification represents the highest level of professional achievement, similar to board certification in medical specialties.
ABBCP-certified psychologists are health service providers who apply principles of learning, cognition, and behavior across a range of settings, including private practice, clinics, hospitals, healthcare systems, government agencies, the military, and academic institutions. They use their scientific knowledge in practice, education, consultation, supervision, training, research, and community service. ABBCP-certified specialists work with individuals across the lifespan and respect diverse identities, autonomy, and dignity.
Explore the ABBCP website and the ABPP website to learn more about and begin the board certification process. One of the best ways to learn about ABBCP certification is to speak with a behavioral and cognitive specialists.
We appreciate your interest in ABBCP specialty certification and look forward to welcoming you to our community. Please contact me directly if you need further information or assistance.
Sincerely,
Shane G. Owens, PhD, ABPP
President, American Board of Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology