RCW 18.83.020
License required—Use of "psychology" or similar terms.
(1) To safeguard the people of the state of Washington from the dangers of unqualified and improper practice of psychology, it is unlawful for any person to whom this chapter applies to represent himself or herself to be a psychologist without first obtaining a license as provided in this chapter.
(2) A person represents himself or herself to be a psychologist when the person adopts or uses any title or any description of services which incorporates one or more of the following terms: "psychology," "psychological," "psychologist," or any term of like import.
[ 1986 c 27 § 1; 1965 c 70 § 2; 1955 c 305 § 2.]
Structure Revised Code of Washington
Title 18 - Businesses and Professions
Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.
18.83.020 - License required—Use of "psychology" or similar terms.
18.83.035 - Examining board—Composition—Terms—Chairperson.
18.83.045 - Examining board—Generally.
18.83.050 - Examining board—Powers and duties.
18.83.051 - Examining board—Compensation and travel expenses.
18.83.054 - Application of uniform disciplinary act.
18.83.060 - Application, examination—Fees.
18.83.070 - Applicants—Qualifications—Examination.
18.83.080 - Licenses—Issuance—Display.
18.83.090 - Continuing education requirements—Human trafficking information—License renewal.
18.83.105 - Certificates of qualification.
18.83.110 - Privileged communications.
18.83.115 - Duty to disclose information to client.
18.83.121 - Unprofessional conduct.
18.83.135 - Examining board—Powers and duties.
18.83.155 - Examining board—Notice of disciplinary action.
18.83.170 - License without oral examination—Reciprocity program.
18.83.210 - Certain counseling or guidance not prohibited.
18.83.220 - Supervised experience hours—Reduction for certified chemical dependency professionals.