Psychology · RI
Can a Licensed Psychologist transfer a license to Rhode Island 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. Rhode Island is a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), so a Licensed Psychologist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in RI 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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island Board of Psychology (RI Department of Health)
health.ri.gov/psychologists ↗Rhode Island military-spouse provision
The RI Department of Health, which licenses psychologists, may grant a license or a temporary license to a service member or spouse who relocates to Rhode Island on military orders and expedites such applications.
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.