Oklahoma Psychological Association

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

02/23/2026

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/2026-trends-integrated-care-is-an-opportunity-ugcPost-7429654647637942272-t71E?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAABROFcBgzWSFQSPwvngJR_ncOZsaAY9QR4

Integrated care is reshaping the future of mental health. By embedding psychological services into medical settings, psychologists can help improve outcomes, reduce stigma, and expand access to care where people already are. Learn more: https://at.apa.org/45d282 ...

02/19/2026

OCU Psychology professor Dr. Noel Jacobs was recently featured by OCU's Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. Check out their Youtube video to learn more about Dr. Jacob's work in and out of the classroom. 🌟

🎥 https://www.youtube.com//videos

02/19/2026

Great day on Capitol Hill advocating for mental health issues including workforce and research funding. Thanks

02/13/2026

As leaders of OPA go to DC next week to advocate for NIH and other funding, we must be mindful of what is happening in the world and with our federal government. While this article doesn’t directly relate to psychology, it’s important to know fhe dynamics going on with a possible government shutdown….dynamics with a broad reach.

The federal government appears to be barreling toward yet another partial shutdown this week, as Democrats and Republicans remain at odds over a deal to keep the Department of Homeland Security (DH…

02/06/2026

We are proud to celebrate our own Danna Fowble, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Psychological Association, on receiving the APA Division 31 Outstanding Achievement by a Psychological Association Staff Member Award. This national recognition honors her exceptional leadership, advocacy expertise, and unwavering commitment to advancing psychology and supporting psychologists across Oklahoma and beyond.

OPA is grateful for Danna’s steady leadership, collaborative spirit, and tireless dedication to our members and the profession. Please join us in congratulating Danna on this well-deserved honor!

02/06/2026

APA’s Practice State Leadership Conference learning lots together.

02/04/2026

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2026/02/02/winter-olympics-team-usa-mental-health/88301512007/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4bdc85d78644b3a9dd9ef

U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes will benefit from a robust mental health program despite scrutiny it faced in past years, according to the USOPC.

01/30/2026

Confused about HIE requirements?
Not sure what actually applies to psychologists?
Just need expert advice to cut through the confusion?

HIE Essentials breaks it down clearly — and now you can watch anytime.

🕒 1-hour CE
🎓 OPA Learning Center
💙 Free for OPA members
👉 Register now: okpsych.org/learning

01/27/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
From Capitol Hill to the FBI—this research shapes real-world prevention.

After Sandy Hook, Peter Langman’s work informed school safety recommendations presented to the President of the United States.

On Jan 30, he joins us to examine:
✔ Why situational explanations fall short
✔ How personality vulnerabilities take different paths to violence
✔ What professionals need to recognize before harm occurs

If you work in mental health, education, or threat assessment, this webinar is not optional—it’s foundational.

🗓️ Jan 30
🎓 CE available
www.okpsych.org/learning