About APNL

About APNL

Understanding the human mind and behavior

The Association of Psychologists in Newfoundland Labrador (APNL) was formed in 1976 and became incorporated in 1985. It is a voluntary organization dedicated to furthering the discipline and profession of psychology in this province.

APNL supports the discipline of psychology in its broadest form. Most APNL members are registered psychologists, working in post-secondary, healthcare, education or in private practice. Some members may be graduate students of psychology and other members may be teaching psychology at the college or university level and/or engaged in psychological research.

Our Vision

APNL will embrace and promote all areas of professional psychology in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Our Misson

To promote the discipline and profession of psychology in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Our Purpose

APNL's Purpose

The APNL was established to support the profession of psychology and its role in promoting psychological health and human welfare.

The objectives for which this association is founded are:

  • To uphold the Canadian Psychological Association’s Code of Ethics and Practice Guidelines and the Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board’s Standards of Professional Conduct for psychologists.

  • To promote the training and continuing education of psychologists.

  • To advocate for the availability and provision of psychological services to the public.

  • To provide information to the public about psychologists and psychology.

  • To promote communication amongst psychologists throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

  • To represent the psychologists of Newfoundland and Labrador at relevant national associations and to participate in national discussions of issues concerning psychology.

Executive Members and Committee Chairs

Vacant

Vacant

President

Vacant

Vacant

Communications Director

Heather Conran-Paul

Heather Conran-Paul

Treasurer

Chris Hodder

Chris Hodder

Secretary

Emily Case

Emily Case

Eastern Director (2023- 2025)

Alysha Renouf

Alysha Renouf

Eastern Director (2023- 2025)

Darryl Murphy

Darryl Murphy

Central Director

Tanisha Thomas

Tanisha Thomas

Western/Labrador Director

Brianna George

Brianna George

Student Representative

Alison Petton

Alison Petton

Continuing Education Committee Chair

Vacant

Vacant

Advocacy Committee Chair

Vacant

Vacant

Membership Committee Chair

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