Oklahoma Psychological Association

04/03/2026

Both 988 and 911 provide critical support but focus on different crisis types: the 988 Lifeline specializes in mental health, su***de, and substance use challenges, while 911 addresses physical dangers needing police, fire, or EMS.

03/31/2026

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REMINDER: APA Division 47 is still accepting applications for the 2026 Division 47 Travel Awards! We encourage graduate students & early career professionals to apply or to share this opportunity with Divison 47 members!

🗓 Application Deadline: April 15, 2026

📌 Apply or learn more: https://www.apadivisions.org/division-47/awards/diversity-travel

⭐️Award recipients will be recognized at the annual Convention in Washington DC!

03/27/2026

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How GLP-1 drugs change identity and mental health.

03/26/2026

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After months of planning, we’re excited to announce the Coalition of Psychology Practice Organizations (CPPO).

The CPPO was developed to foster regular communication and collaboration among organizations serving practicing psychologists. Together, we'll develop practical resources, professional development opportunities, networking forums, and other programmatic offerings that respond to common challenges facing psychologists and students.

Learn More: https://psychologycoalition.org/

03/24/2026

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03/23/2026

03/10/2026

https://www.apa.org/monitor/2026/03/workforce-shortages-threaten-veteran-care

Psychologists urged to take action as policymakers consider legislation that could affect the agency’s ability to provide quality care.

03/10/2026

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MMI is starting FDA-approved human trials for its tiny robot to use needles the size of eyelashes to help clear waste from the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Check out the full story to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g6hgnH2S (📸: MMI)

03/09/2026

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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today announced $69.1 million in funding opportunities for three grant programs: the Children's Mental Health Initiative (CMHI), Implementing Zero Su***de...

03/05/2026

Co- Hosting the House Rural Caucus lunch today was great. Dr. J’Dene Rogers, President of OPA and the only psychologist in rural area of Muskogee, shared information about Psychologists, who we are and what settings they practice emphasizing “Psychologist are not at the table helping set policy for mental health”. Dr. Caley Gregg, incoming president of OPA gave an overview of a few Senate bills that may come to the house helping with reimbursement and systems enhancements. Thanks to all those who attended and thanks to Sterling for allowing us this opportunity.

03/05/2026

Thanks Senator Julie Kirt for allowing OPA valuable time to discuss this bill.

We need to catch potential mental health conditions earlier! Proud to work on this bill with Rep Josh West and Healthy Minds Policy Initiative.

03/02/2026

Oklahoma has the only Psychologist of the Day program. Today we met with President Tempore Lonnie Paxton and discussed AI and psychology, managed care, behavioral analysts and much more. Thanks to Senator Paxton and Rep. Boles for the kind introductions. Lonnie Paxton