Wisconsin Statutes Regulation and Licensing (Ch. 440 to 480) § 455.01 Definitions

(1) “Authority to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology” has the meaning given in s. 455.50(2)(b).

(2) “Doctoral degree in psychology” means a doctoral degree in a study which involves the application of principles of the practice of psychology. A doctoral degree granted as the result of study involving one or more of the areas of psychological practice recognized by the American psychological association or in any other field recognized by the examining board shall be considered a doctoral degree in psychology.

(2m) “E.Passport” has the meaning given in s. 455.50(2)(g).

(3) “Examining board” means the psychology examining board.

(3m) “Fee,” when used other than in reference to a fee for a credential, means direct or indirect payment or compensation, monetary or otherwise, including the expectation of payment or compensation whether or not actually received.

(3r) “Interjurisdictional practice certificate” has the meaning given in s. 455.50(2)(im).

(6) “Psychotherapy” means the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders, conditions, or addictions through the application of methods derived from established psychological or systemic principles, including for the purpose of assisting individuals with modifying their behaviors, cognitions, emotions, or personality characteristics, or for the purpose of understanding unconscious processes or intrapersonal, interpersonal, or psychosocial dynamics.

(9) “Temporary authorization to practice” has the meaning given in s. 455.50(2)(o).