What is the primary purpose of the Specialty Guidelines for the Delivery of Services?

The primary purpose of the Specialty Guidelines for the Delivery of Services is to educate the public and advance the profession. These guidelines are designed to provide a framework for best practices in specialized areas of psychological services, thereby enhancing the professional standards of psychologists.

By educating the public about what to expect from psychological services, these guidelines aim to promote an understanding of the role and importance of psychologists in various contexts. This also helps to advance the profession by ensuring that psychologists adhere to recognized standards of practice, ultimately contributing to better service delivery.

While enhancing therapist skills, establishing criteria for ethical conduct, and identifying training programs are important components of professional practice, they fall under the broader scope of educating the public and advancing the profession. The focus of these guidelines is to ensure that psychology as a field continues to grow and adapt while maintaining high standards of care for those seeking psychological assistance.