AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION
Represents psychiatrists and publishes mental health diagnostic standards.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1844
- Employees
- 263
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
- Subsidiaries
- American Psychiatric Association Foundation, American Psychiatric Political Action Committee, American Psychiatric Association Insurance Trust, APA Wharf Holdings LLC
About
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) is the leading national medical specialty society for psychiatrists, representing more than 39,200 physicians who diagnose, treat, prevent, and research mental illnesses, including substance use disorders. The organization serves as the primary professional voice for psychiatry in the United States, offering educational resources, clinical guidelines, and evidence‑based research to advance patient care. APA also champions mental‑health policy and advocacy, influencing legislation and public health initiatives to improve access to mental‑health services. Its commitment to scientific rigor, member education, and policy leadership distinguishes it as a cornerstone of the mental‑health field.