REGULATING PSYCHOLOGISTS IN NOVA SCOTIA SINCE 1980

How to Become a Board Member

Current Board (Initial Board – until November 24, 2026)

  • 5 psychologists (registrants)
  • 3 public representatives


Future Boards (Subsequent Boards – effective November 24, 2026)

  • 4 psychologists (registrants)
  • 3 public representatives
    Total: 7 members


Psychologist members will be appointed through a competency-based process. For the competencies the Board looks for in its members, see Board Member Competencies (PDF).

Public representatives are appointed by the Governor in Council. For information on serving as a public representative, visit the Nova Scotia Boards and Commissions portal.

 Note: The Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP) transitioned to the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) under the Regulated Health Professions Act on November 24, 2025.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis:

The Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) is a regulatory body that oversees the practice of psychology to ensure public safety and professional standards. We do not provide emergency services, crisis intervention, or referrals to psychologists. For immediate support, please contact one of the following confidential mental health and addictions services:

Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line

1-888-429-8167

24/7 support

Emergency Services

911

Call 911 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department

Mental Health and Addictions Intake

1-855-922-1122

to access community-based services

For non-emergency inquiries about finding a psychologist, you may contact the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) at https://apns.ca/ for referral information.

Psychology is a regulated profession under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). “Psychologist” is a title protected by a law that governs the practice of psychology in Nova Scotia.

Contact Us

  • Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology
  • Email: nsbep@nsbep.org
  • Phone: 902-423-2238
  • Mailing and Courier Address below (all couriers accepted)
    103-287 Lacewood Dr., Suite 331 Halifax NS B3M 3Y7

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Business Hours

  • Monday - Friday
    9:00AM - 1:00PM
    Excluding Statutory Holidays

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