Psychology · PA
Can a Licensed Psychologist transfer a license to Pennsylvania 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
✓ Yes — compact transfer
Yes. Pennsylvania is a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), so a Licensed Psychologist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in PA without re-applying. PSYPACT is robust for psychologist spouses — covers both telehealth and temp in-person across nearly 40 states.
Your psychology licensing board in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology (Dept. of State, BPOA)
www.pa.gov/agencies/dos/department-and-offices/bpoa/boards-commissions/psychology ↗Pennsylvania military-spouse provision
Pennsylvania Act 35 of 2022 provides expedited application review, discretionary temporary licensure, and initial-fee waivers for military spouses across Department of State boards, including the State Board of Psychology.
Official source ↗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.