South Dakota Psychological Association
Applying our knowledge for the health and well-being of South Dakotans
Would you like to influence the health and well-being of South Dakotans? Become a member of SDPA!
Membership categories range from Division One private practice, to Division One student, academic and associate members, along with a number of post-doctorate involvement opportunities.
Learn more about our membership categories and costs, and register online today.
Questions? Contact sdpa@nonprofitresources.us.
Our Annual Fall Conference is NEXT WEEK! Do you have your tickets yet?
We’re so excited to connect with everybody joining us in Pierre, South Dakota next Thursday, September 14 through Saturday, September 16.
We have two exceptional speakers joining us, including Alex M. Siegel, Director of Professional Affairs at the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB).
Alex will be presenting a session on the need for allowing psychologists to use electronic communications interjurisdictionally, and providing telepsychological services both ethically and legally. Discuss ASPPB’s E.Passport and the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, PSYPACT.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) have also been granted by South Dakota Counselors & Marriage/Family Therapists and South Dakota Association of Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
Tickets are still available via Eventbrite, you don’t want to miss this chance to learn and network with statewide psychological industry professionals.
APA has a new webpage for psychologists who want to offer assistance to people recovering from Hurricane Harvey.
CLICK HERE to learn more about how you can help.
The Executive Director of the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists recently emailed licensees in Texas with the following message:
“In accordance with Governor Abbott’s disaster proclamation issued as a result of Hurricane Harvey, the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists has suspended those portions of Rule 463.27 that could prevent, hinder, or delay access to mental health treatment for the areas affected by Hurricane Harvey. Effective immediately, individuals licensed to practice psychology in another jurisdiction may apply for an emergency temporary license from this agency under Rule 463.27. Upon submission of documentation of current licensure and good standing in another jurisdiction, this agency will issue an emergency temporary license valid for 120 days, or until the Governor’s disaster declaration is lifted or expired. A copy of the application for an emergency temporary license may be obtained by clicking here: Temporary License Application. Please share this email with any non-Texas colleagues you feel may be interested in volunteering their services for the victims of Hurricane Harvey.”
If you have a different license type and/or wish to assist in Louisiana, please contact the appropriate board. The worst way to help is to show up unannounced as a free agent. You can reach out to the Texas Psychological Association’s Disaster Resource Network Coordinator, Dr. Rebecca Hamlin at rj.hamlin@earthlink.net if you need help being directed to the appropriate Red Cross contact. If you have further questions for APA about helping during this or other natural disasters, please email pracpr@apa.org.
The Psychological First Aid Field Operations guide is available online.
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In this Issue:
Annual Conference FAC Update Redefining Legislation Student Update Continuing Education
Council Representatives Psychology & 2016 Legislative Session
To view the full SDPA Summer 2017 Newsletter, CLICK HERE.
| Resilience: Addressing the Challenges of MS |
It’s not too late to join the National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society in Rapid City this weekend!
The National MS Society invites those living with or caring for somebody with MS to The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center to learn about resilience for the MS society.
Resilience: Addressing the Challenges of MS
Saturday, April 29, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
803 Soo San Dr.
Rapid City, SD 57702
People with MS may find that the physical, psychological, and spiritual challenges of living with the disease can be overwhelming, and hard to face day after day. However, many people living with chronic diseases, including MS, have learned that practicing behaviors that promote resilience is the secret to not just coping with the disease, but thriving with it. Resilience helps create a mindset of growth and opportunities, of seeing obstacles as challenges rather than threats. Some people have a natural tendency to be resilient, but if that’s not the case for you, strategies to build resilience can be learned and practiced.
Join Kari Scovel and participate in this interactive program to develop tools and learn about resources to help maximize your own resilience. There is no fee to attend this program, but registration is required by Wednesday, April 26. Space is limited so register today!
For more information or special accommodations please call 612-335-7900, option 1.
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| Position Opening |
The University of Northern Iowa (UNI) provides a high quality and diverse educational experience with U.S. News & World Report ranking UNI in the top three among Midwest public universities for the past 18 years.
UNI is seeking a new Counseling Center Director to provide leadership, vision and oversight of services provided by the IACS accredited Counseling Center. The Director will report to the Executive Director of Health and Recreation Services, and guide the counseling staff in a team approach to strategic planning, development, and implementation of student mental health services and initiatives; lead the process to maintain accreditation; direct mental health testing services; and advance continuous improvement and incorporation of national best practices to ensure highly effective, developmentally appropriate interventions and prevention efforts designed to engage students, faculty, and staff in meaningful and lasting education around issues of mental health.
Additionally, the Director will provide professional guidance on difficult client issues, conduct performance evaluations and support professional development plans for staff. The Director works collaboratively across the University and is a mental health consultant to the campus community and provides perspective from the Counseling Center to senior leadership for purposes of strategic planning, optimal resource utilization, and quality improvement.
Requirements:
Other desirable qualifications include an appreciation for diverse student populations, familiarity with assessment, group counseling development, outreach, adult programs, expertise in crisis management, and affinity for working in an interdisciplinary team.
Applications received by May 22, 2017 will be assured full consideration. A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the Spelman Johnson website at www.spelmanandjohnson.com/open-positions.
Nominations for this position may be emailed to Valerie B. Szymkowicz at vbs@spelmanjohnson.com. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895.
Spelman Johnson
University of Northern Iowa – Counseling Center Director
Valerie B. Szymkowicz, Senior Associate
For further information, visit the University of Northern Iowa website at www.uni.edu.
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| $8,000 Scholarship Opportunity |
The American Psychological Foundation (APF) supports a broad range of grant funding for students and early career psychologists that conduct research and use psychology to improve lives.
APF is offering The David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant of up to $8,000 to support innovative basic and clinical research on anxiety and anxiety related disorders, conducted by graduate students and early career researchers. Individuals who represent diversity are encouraged to apply, and applicants must be affiliated with nonprofit charitable, educational, and scientific institutions, or governmental entities operating exclusively for charitable and educational purposes.
Applicants must submit a proposal outlining their proposed project and plans by September 15, 2017. Please contact Erin Carney, Program Officer, at ecarney@apa.org with any questions.
The South Dakota Psychological Association (SDPA) invites you to attend our second informal gathering of the year for both existing members as well as potential new members. Please join us for Coffee and Conversation on Saturday, April 29 from 11-1 at Red Steakhouse, One East Main Street in Vermillion, SD.
This gathering is a time to discuss current professional issues as well as offering a chance to network with existing members. We especially extend an invite to potential new members to come and see what SDPA has to offer, as well as network with local colleagues. A light lunch will be provided.
Date: Saturday, April 29, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Red Steakhouse, One East Main Street, Vermillion, SD;
(P) 605-624-0079. We have a room reserved in the lower level.
Any questions, please contact Lynette Quast at 605-348-6500 or lrquast@rushmore.com.
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| Coffee and Conversation |
The South Dakota Psychological Association (SDPA) invites you to attend our second informal gathering of the year for both existing members as well as potential new members. Please join us for Coffee and Conversation on Saturday, April 29 from 11-1 at Red Steakhouse, One East Main Street in Vermillion, SD.
This gathering is a time to discuss current professional issues as well as offering a chance to network with existing members. We especially extend an invite to potential new members to come and see what SDPA has to offer, as well as network with local colleagues. A light lunch will be provided.
Date: Saturday, April 29, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Red Steakhouse, One East Main Street, Vermillion, SD;
(P) 605-624-0079. We have a room reserved in the lower level.
Any questions, please contact Lynette Quast at 605-348-6500 or lrquast@rushmore.com.
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| Position Opening |
The following are advertisements. The SDPA does not endorse these entities nor are they affiliated with the SDPA. Please contact the entity directly for further information.
Psychological Associates of the Black Hills is seeking a licensed psychologist or licensed master’s level practitioner (LPC-MH or LCSW-PIP) to join their busy and well-established group practice.
Psychological Associates has served the Rapid City, SD and surrounding areas since 1981 and offers an individual practitioner many opportunities for building a varied and flexible caseload. We would especially welcome a licensed psychologist with a strong interest in psychological assessment. We offer a stable and collegial group of therapists, with the majority having been with the practice for over 10 years. In addition, we offer full administrative support, private offices, good referral sources and flexible scheduling.
For further inquiries or interest, please contact 605-348-6500 and ask to speak with Lynette Quast, Ph.D. or Trisha Miller, Ph.D.
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| SPDA Joins APA In Voicing Concerns With American Health Care Act |
The South Dakota Psychological Association (SDPA) and American Psychological Association (APA) are actively working to express the negative effects of replacing the Affordable Care Act on mental health and substance abuse. Read the press release below for details on the call to Congress.
Federal Advocacy Coordinator, Hilary Kindsfater (right) and Public Education Coordinator, Kari Scovel (center) in Washington.
Join the South Dakota Psychological Association (SDPA) today to support progress on these issues.
March 9, 2017
Calls on Congress to maintain mental health and substance use coverage
WASHINGTON – The American Psychological Association voiced serious concern regarding the bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, arguing that it would reduce mental health and substance use coverage for millions of Americans enrolled in Medicaid and contribute to the loss of coverage for millions more individuals.
“Any health care reform legislation considered by Congress should increase, not decrease, the number of Americans with access to affordable health care,” said APA President Antonio E. Puente, PhD. “While we support efforts to strengthen and stabilize our nation’s health care system and extend insurance coverage and protections, we oppose the legislation as introduced in light of the adverse impact it will have on Americans, particularly those with mental health and substance use disorders.”
To read the full press release by the American Psychological Association, CLICK HERE.
To read the join APA and Practice Organization letter to congressional leaders, CLICK HERE.
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