Is Massachusetts in the Psychology compact?

No. As of the latest data, Massachusetts is not a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT). Verify on the official commission site, as states join frequently.

What if Massachusetts doesn't recognize my license?

VAEIA 2022 / 50 U.S.C. § 4025a (effective Dec 23, 2024) requires Massachusetts to recognize your valid out-of-state Licensed Psychologist license when you relocate due to military orders. If a board pushes back, cite the statute and the DOJ Servicemembers Initiative guidance. The DoD also reimburses up to $1,000 per PCS for relicensing fees.

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Psychology · MA

Can a Licensed Psychologist transfer a license to Massachusetts as a military spouse?

Data as of May 2026|Source: Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative

Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards

⚠ VAEIA federal backstop

Not through the compact — Massachusetts is not currently a Psychology compact member. A military-spouse Licensed Psychologist relies on VAEIA 2022 / 50 U.S.C. § 4025a, which requires Massachusetts to recognize a valid out-of-state license upon relocation for military orders.

Your psychology licensing board in Massachusetts

Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists (Division of Occupational Licensure)

www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-psychologists ↗☎ 617-624-6151

Massachusetts military-spouse provision

Under the VALOR Act and M.G.L. c.112 sec 1B, the commissioner of occupational licensure and each board of registration in the Division of Occupational Licensure, which includes the Board of Registration of Psychologists, must expedite licensure within 30 days for a relocating military spouse already licensed in another state.

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About the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)

For licensed psychologists. Allows telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across member jurisdictions.

Official compact site ↗

All Psychology member states

39 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.

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