Psychology · WI
Can a Licensed Psychologist transfer a license to Wisconsin 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. Wisconsin is a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), so a Licensed Psychologist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in WI 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 Wisconsin
Wisconsin Psychology Examining Board (Dept. of Safety and Professional Services)
dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/Psychologist/Default.aspx ↗☎ 608-266-2112Wisconsin military-spouse provision
Under Wis. Stat. 440.09, the Psychology Examining Board grants a reciprocal credential to a service member, former service member, or their spouse who holds a substantially equivalent license in another jurisdiction.
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.