State Board of Examiners of Psychologists public meetings in 2021

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will meet virtually to review financial statements, approve various licensure recommendations, and discuss committee reports. The board also plans to deliberate on draft opinions regarding training requirements and several proposed rule changes.

• Approval of November 2021 financial statements
• Licensure recommendations for Courtney Farmer, Ph.D. and Stephanie H. Procell, Ph.D.
• Review of rulemaking for multiple chapters including fees, supervision, and telepsychology
• Discussion of draft opinions on training requirements and the UNO Ph.D. program
• Review of temporary registrations and supervised practice plans

The Board adopted a revised Declaration of Competencies including telepsychology and approved an amended policy for board meetings. Members also authorized the collection of $2,870 in lost revenue caused by a software error and conferred licenses to two candidates.

• Approved revised Declaration of Competencies including telepsychology (5-0)
• Adopted amended draft of board meetings/functions/frequency policy (5-0)
• Authorized collection of $2,870 in lost revenue due to software error (5-0)
• Conferred licenses to Courtney Farmer, Ph.D. and Stephanie H. Procell, Ph.D. (5-0)
• Accepted November 2021 financial report (6-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Ratified temporary registration for Robert L. Finke, Ph.D. (5-0)
• Ratified supervised practice plan for Sebastian Del Corral Winder (5-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee will meet to discuss follow-up on a presentation, update on recommendations to the Board regarding LDOE's request for understanding LSSP scope and services for CPT codes, and call for nominations for a vacant seat. The agenda also includes discussion of an online jurisprudence exam and a closed session for applicant file review and exam question updates. Public comments are allowed per state law.

• Follow up on LSSP Committee presentation to LSPA in Lafayette, LA on November 3, 2021
• Update on recommendations to LSBEP regarding LDOE's request for LSSP scope and CPT codes
• Call for nominations to fill Licensed Psychologist LSSP Committee seat vacancy (July 1, 2022)
• Discussion of LSSP Jurisprudence Examination online version
• Closed session: Applicant file review for Quynh V. Wong, S.S.P.

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee approved revisions to the online jurisprudence exam and the agenda and minutes from October 19, 2021. The committee also reviewed a license application for Quynh V. Wong, S.S.P., pending receipt of outstanding materials.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2021 minutes as revised (unanimous)
• Approved remanding Quynh V. Wong's application for LSBEP review upon receipt of outstanding materials (unanimous)
• Affirmed revisions to the LSSP Jurisprudence Examination for online administration (unanimous)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Board will conduct a virtual meeting to review professional licenses, approve temporary registrations, and discuss upcoming board elections. The agenda also includes discussions on budget planning, rulemaking for various chapters, and staff development.

• Ratification of October 2021 financial statements
• Approval of temporary registrations for Kristen Marie Casey, Ajunwa Nwogu, and Kyla M. Blalock
• Issuance of clinical licenses to Georgia L. Shaheen, Stella M. Tran, Claire O. Burns, and Nicole A. Thalheimer
• Discussion regarding the 2021 election for a Board Member vacancy occurring 7/1/2022
• Review of rulemaking for multiple chapters including training, fees, and telepsychology

The Board terminated its contract with CERTEMY due to functionality and security issues and sought a $5,500 reimbursement. It also adopted the amended 2022-23 budget and established a convenience fee for online payments. Additionally, the Board conferred several professional licenses and accepted a disciplinary consent order.

• Terminated CERTEMY contract and requested $5,500 reimbursement (6-0)
• Approved 2022-23 Budget and amendments to 2021-22 Budget (5-0)
• Approved 2.9% plus $0.30 convenience fee for online payments (6-0)
• Conferred licenses to Georgia L. Shaheen, Stella M. Tran, Claire O. Burns, Nicole A. Thalheimer, and Christopher G. Weaver (5-0)
• Accepted disciplinary Consent Order against Scuddy F. Fontenelle, Ph.D. (5-0)
• Affirmed Dr. Matthew Holcomb and Dr. Jesse Lambert as eligible candidates for 2021 Election (6-0)
• Approved Candidacy Status for Laura B. Braby, Psy.D. (5-0)
• Indefinitely tabled proposal from Healthcare Professionals’ Foundation of Louisiana (6-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will meet virtually to conduct oral examinations, review credentials in executive session, and discuss policy items. Key actions include considering a legal opinion on supervision of medical psychologists and recommendations regarding school psychologist scope of practice. The board will also receive committee reports and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Oral examinations for Sonja Batten, Ph.D. (10:00-11:00 a.m.) and Bern Lee, Ph.D. (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
• Executive session file reviews for multiple candidates including Stella M. Tran, Nicole A. Thalheimer, and others
• Discussion of legal opinion regarding supervision of medical psychologists
• Consideration of LSSP recommendations re: LA Department of Education inquiry on scope of practice and CPT codes
• Proposal from Healthcare Professionals' Foundation of Louisiana

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss recommendations regarding the scope of practice and services provided within school systems. The committee will also review an update from a meeting with the Louisiana Department of Education.

• Discussion of LDOE request regarding LSSP scope of practice and crisis intervention services
• Development of appropriate comprehensive CPT codes
• Credentials review for Taieka Derrick, Ph.D. in executive session
• Introduction of new LSSP Committee Member Kelley Pursell

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee approved a report to the Board regarding CPT codes and scope of practice for school psychologists. The Committee also recommended one candidate for licensure as a Specialist in School Psychology.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes (majority vote)
• Approved report to LSBEP recommending a single list of CPT codes for Licensed Psychologists and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (unanimous)
• Confirmed candidacy and recommended Taieka Derrick, Ph.D. for licensure as a Specialist in School Psychology (unanimous)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee will meet virtually on October 12, 2021. They will discuss an update from a meeting with the Louisiana Department of Education regarding LSSP scope of practice and crisis intervention services to develop appropriate CPT codes. Other discussion items include the upcoming LSPA conference and updates on APA licensure below the doctoral level. The committee will also hold an executive session to review credentials and CPD reports for three applicants.

• Discussion of LDOE request on LSSP scope of practice and CPT codes
• Update on APA licensure below doctoral level
• Review of CPD report for Elizabeth Freeman, SSP
• Credentials review for Taieka Derrick, Ph.D.
• Credentials review for Brittney L. Norwood, SSP

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee reviewed licensure and reinstatement applications. The committee also discussed a request from the Louisiana Department of Education regarding LSSP scope of practice and CPT codes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Brittney L. Norwood for licensure as a Specialist in School Psychology (unanimous)
• Recommended Elizabeth Freeman for retroactive license reinstatement (unanimous)
• Tabled Taieka Derrick's application pending additional information

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists is meeting virtually to conduct oral examinations for licensure candidates, review committee reports, and discuss routine administrative items. The agenda includes file reviews for candidacy and final reviews for oral invitations, as well as updates on continuing professional development and legislative oversight. No major policy changes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Oral examinations for Melissa M. Lane, Joseph W. Boffa III, Lillian A. Odera, Philip R. Richard III, Jeffry Luria, and Sandy B. Hyatt
• ABPP interviews for Michael K. West and Karen B. Froming
• File reviews for candidacy/EPPP for Anne H. Lipscomb, Claire O. Burns, and others
• Discussion of continuing education requirements and complaint adjudication process updates
• Proposal from Healthcare Professionals’ Foundation of Louisiana

The Board approved licensure for seven individuals following oral examinations and reciprocity reviews. It also confirmed candidacy status for six other applicants to proceed toward licensure. Additionally, the Board reaffirmed the intent to hire an administrative assistant.

• Granted licenses to Melissa M. Lane, Joseph W. Boffa, III, Philip R. Richard, III, Jeffry Luria, and Sandy B. Hyatt (5-0)
• Granted licenses via reciprocity to Michael K. West and Karen B. Froming (5-0)
• Denied Lillian A. Odera's application, continuing it for at least one year (5-0)
• Affirmed candidacy and EPPP admission for Anne H. Lipscomb and Claire O. Burns (5-0)
• Confirmed candidacy and invited Venette C. Westhoven, Bern G. Lee, Jacqueline A. Philpot, Margaret B. Powell, and Shannon Bierma to oral exams (5-0)
• Affirmed Dr. Gregory Gormanous as the Voting Delegate for Louisiana for the ASPPB meeting (5-0)
• Reaffirmed the hiring of an administrative assistant (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Designated Dr. Gibson and Ms. Monic to further vet the Healthcare Professionals’ Foundation of Louisiana (4-0, 1 abstention)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a virtual meeting to conduct oral examinations, review licensure applications, and discuss board policies. The agenda includes reviewing complaints and evaluating various professional credentials and reciprocity interviews.

• Oral examinations for several Ph.D. candidates
• Review of appointment of Dr. Douglas W. Walker to the Power-Based Violence Review Panel
• Review of Policy and Opinion #12 regarding provisional licensure approval
• Discussion of Ethics Advisory Opinion 2021-411 regarding former Board members
• Review of psychologist emergency certificates

The Board approved licensure for seven psychologists and confirmed candidacy for nine others. It denied licensure to Burton Ashworth, Jr. and rejected a proposal for a self-reporting impairment procedure. The Board also affirmed the appointment of Dr. Douglas W. Walker to the Power-Based Violence Review Panel.

• Granted licenses to Steven D. Thurber, Nathan Brown, John Drozd, Rosaura E. Orengo-Aguayo, Alex C. Birdsill, Kasia S. Plessy, and Erin C. Conway
• Denied licensure and removed from candidacy Burton Ashworth, Jr. (5-0)
• Confirmed candidacy and invited to oral exams: Jeffry Luria, Sonja V. Batten, Madison W. Silverstein, Philip R. Richard, Sandy B. Hyatt, Melissa M. Lane, and Joseph W. Boffa, III
• Confirmed candidacy and invited to face-to-face meetings: Karen Froming and Michael K. West
• Denied request to implement a procedure for self-reporting impaired professionals
• Affirmed appointment of Dr. Douglas W. Walker to the Power-Based Violence Review Panel (5-0)
• Approved 2021 renewal actions by the Continuing Professional Development Committee (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on board meeting frequency and delegation of licensing authority

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a virtual meeting to conduct credential reviews, discuss committee reports, and address board policy. The agenda includes reviewing applications for licensure, reinstatement, and reciprocity, as well as discussing staff positions and contract negotiations.

• Review of licenses and credentials for multiple individuals including Rosaura E. Orengo-Aguayo, Ph.D. and Steven D. Thurber, Ph.D.
• Contract negotiation regarding Sasha J. Lambert
• Discussion of CJIS Audit Findings and required policy revisions
• Review of Complaints Committee recommendations
• Discussion of staff positions including Complaints Coordinator 1 and Administrative Assistant

The Board elected Dr. Gina Gibson as Chairperson and Dr. Greg Gormanous as Vice Chairperson. It approved a multi-year contract for Sasha J. Lambert, Ph.D. to serve as Complaints Coordinator I. The Board also adopted new policies for criminal history record handling and updated oral examination procedures.

• Elected Dr. Gina Gibson as Board Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Dr. Greg Gormanous as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved contract for Sasha J. Lambert, Ph.D. as Complaints Coordinator I through June 30, 2024, not to exceed $50,400 (5-0)
• Adopted revised policies for Training and Handling of Criminal History Record Information (5-0)
• Approved $2 per applicant fee to implement National Practitioner Databank queries for new applicants (5-0)
• Adopted updated 'Oral Examination Practices and Procedures' document (5-0)
• Approved 80% pass rate for the new Jurisprudence Examination (5-0)
• Approved use of Canvas platform for the Jurisprudence Examination (5-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists is meeting to discuss and act on proposed rule amendments for supervision qualifications, telesupervision guidelines, and internship requirements. The board will also consider a revised budget, committee reports, and individual license reviews. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via Zoom only due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Proposal to amend and repromulgate LAC Title 46:LXIII Ch.7 on supervisor qualifications
• Proposal to promulgate Telesupervision Guidelines
• Revised Budget 2020-21
• Internship requirements related to direct client contact (LAC Title 46:LXIII Ch.3)
• File reviews for provisional and final psychologist licenses

The Board approved a revised budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year and authorized a one-time equity payment for the Executive Director. Members also initiated rulemaking for telesupervision guidelines and updated the Jurisprudence Examination.

• Adopted revised 2020-21 budget increasing financing to $354,231 (5-0)
• Approved $8,300 one-time equity adjustment for Jaime Monic (5-0)
• Approved updated version of Jurisprudence Examination for immediate use (4-0)
• Appointed Kelley Pursell to LSSP Committee for term Aug 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Initiated rulemaking for Telepsychology/Telesupervision guidelines (4-0)
• Approved new authorized signatories for Neighbors Federal Credit Union (4-0)
• Granted provisional licensure to Claire M. Houtsma, Ph.D. (5-0)
• Confirmed candidacy and invited Tina D.W. Myers and Suzanne Levelle to Oral Examinations (5-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee of the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will meet via Zoom on June 1, 2021. The committee will discuss a final draft of the LSSP reference form, receive an update on the EPSDT Medicaid Services Manual, and consider nominations for an upcoming LSSP seat vacancy on July 1, 2021. An executive session is scheduled for applicant review.

• Review final draft of LSSP reference form
• Update on EPSDT Medicaid Services Manual (updated 2/12/2021)
• Committee nominations for LSSP seat vacancy on July 1, 2021
• Executive session for applicant review
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 emergency

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee approved a final draft of the LSSP reference form for implementation. The committee recommended Kelley Pursell for a seat vacancy and confirmed the candidacy of one applicant for licensure. The committee also received an update on the Board's position regarding the EPSDT Medicaid Services Manual.

• Approved revised LSSP reference form for implementation (unanimous)
• Recommended Kelley Pursell for appointment to the LSSP Committee (unanimous)
• Confirmed candidacy of Will Barron, S.S.P. and recommended for licensure (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2021 minutes as corrected (unanimous)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2021, at 8:30 AM at 4334 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Baton Rouge. The agenda provided only lists scheduled meeting dates and legal notices; no specific items for discussion or decision are included. Public attendance is virtual due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Meeting scheduled for May 21, 2021, at 8:30 AM
• Location: 4334 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., #C-150, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
• Virtual attendance via Zoom due to COVID-19
• Legal notice of complaint procedures for licensees and applicants
• Public comments allowed prior to votes on agenda items

The Board approved licensure for three psychologists following oral examinations. It also voted to issue a formal opinion and notify accreditation bodies regarding the University of New Orleans' Applied Developmental Psychology training program. Additionally, the Board approved a new public records request form and a change in staff structure.

• Granted license in Clinical Psychology to Shannon S. Sanders (5-0)
• Granted license in Counseling Psychology to Courtney C. Gunn (6-0)
• Granted license in Clinical Psychology to Jessica H. Picone (6-0)
• Approved initiating a formal opinion and notifying APA and SACS regarding UNO's Applied Developmental Psychology program (6-0)
• Approved changing a budgeted in-house attorney position to an administrative position (6-0)
• Approved implementation of a formal public records request form (6-0)
• Affirmed recommendation to deny provisional license extension for Nathalie A. Cahill
• Approved amended agenda to include discussion on LA Board of Ethics letter (6-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will meet via Zoom on April 30, 2021, due to COVID-19. The agenda includes executive session for oral examinations, supervision reviews, and complaints, followed by open session with committee reports and discussion items. Key action items include a proposed reduction in fees for medical psychologists, adopting social media guidelines, and reviewing APA Multicultural Guidelines for the jurisprudence exam.

• Consideration of a reduction in fees for medical psychologists
• Review and discuss adopting guidelines for using social media
• Review and discuss adopting APA Multicultural Guidelines and inclusion on Jurisprudence Examination
• 2021 Contract Review
• 2021 Regular Legislative Session – bills impacting practice/regulation

The Board granted licenses to three psychologists and confirmed candidacy for two others. It accepted a voluntary license relinquishment and a Consent Order for disciplinary action. The Board also approved several professional service contracts and adopted new APA Multicultural Guidelines.

• Granted licenses to Craig Anderson, Jeanette Edmonds, and Garet Edwards (6-0)
• Confirmed candidacy for Shannon S. Sanders and Courtney C. Gunn (6-0)
• Accepted voluntary license relinquishment of Deldon McNeely (6-0)
• Accepted Consent Order for disciplinary action against Lisa L. Tropez-Arceneaux (6-0)
• Adopted two new versions of the Jurisprudence Examination (6-0)
• Adopted APA Multicultural Guidelines and added them to the Jurisprudence Exam (6-0)
• Approved $180k multi-year legal contract with Chehardy, Sherman, Williams, Murray, Recile, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Mark P. Vigen ($5k), Statewide Surveillance & Investigations ($12k), and Valerie Dominique ($6k) (6-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists holds a virtual meeting due to COVID-19. The board will review and approve minutes, receive committee reports, and discuss action items including social media guidelines, contract review, and legislative session bills. Executive session will cover oral examinations for nine candidates and review of supervision/credentials files and complaints.

• Discussion of guidelines for using social media
• Review of 2021 contracts
• Update on 2021 Regular Legislative Session bills impacting practice/regulation
• Oral examinations for nine candidates including Jason Todd Epker, Ph.D. and Karen Bronk Froming, Ph.D.
• Review of nine complaint cases (e.g., P19-20-11B, P20-21-01C)

The Board granted licenses to several psychologists and specialists in school psychology. It authorized a letter to the ASPPB regarding EPPP-2 concerns and agreed to pursue a fiscal-only bill for fee authorization. Several complaint investigations were dismissed or resolved.

• Approved licenses for Jason Todd Epker, Nanetta S. Payne, Lee N. Purvis, Natalie R. Smith, Rachel G. Foster, John D. Meteer, and Sarah P. Fletcher
• Approved licensure for Specialists in School Psychology Tamara A. Karreman and Raquel L. Palacio
• Authorized Dr. Henke to draft and sign a letter to ASPPB regarding EPPP-2 concerns (6-0)
• Approved pursuing a fiscal-only bill for fee authorization (6-0)
• Accepted Impaired Psychologist Procedure Agreement for case P19-20-11B (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Dismissed complaints P19-20-14C, P20-21-02B, P20-21-03B, NP18-19-07P, P19-20-01C, P19-20-04C, and P20-21-13C
• Dismissed complaint NP18-19-09C with a letter of education (6-0)
• Granted Temporary Registration to Dr. Tina DW Myers (6-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss the final draft of the LSSP reference form. The committee will also discuss the updated EPSDT Medicaid Services Manual.

• Review of LSSP reference form – Final Draft
• Discussion of LSSP – Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostics and Treatment (EPSDT) Medicaid Services Manual
• Executive Session for applicant review

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee recommended Raquel L. Palacio and Tamara A. Karreman for licensure. The committee tabled the review of previous meeting minutes and discussed the omission of LSSPs from a Medicaid services manual reimbursement schedule.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Tabled review of March 2, 2021 and March 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Raquel L. Palacio for licensure as a Specialist in School Psychology (unanimous)
• Recommended Tamara A. Karreman for licensure as a Specialist in School Psychology (unanimous)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

This is a committee meeting of the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists to discuss Licensed Specialist in School Psychology matters. The agenda consists only of a schedule of multiple meetings and legal notices; no specific action items or decisions are listed.

• Committee meeting on Licensed Specialist in School Psychology on March 2, 2021 at 1:30 PM

The Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 1, 2020. Members approved revisions to the LSSP reference form and reviewed draft legislation. The Committee entered executive session for file reviews but agreed to reconvene on March 16, 2021, to complete application considerations.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 1, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the LSSP reference form
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for file reviews (unanimous)
• Approved motion to close Executive Session (unanimous roll call vote)
• Agreed to reconvene March 16, 2021 to consider applications

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a virtual meeting via Zoom due to the COVID-19 emergency. The board will receive committee reports, discuss proposed housekeeping legislation (amendments to SB458), and review licensing files and complaints in executive session. No votes on major policy changes are listed.

• Discussion of proposed housekeeping legislation (amendments to SB458) and LPA's position
• File reviews for license reactivation (Marcia A. Kearns, Ph.D.) and invitation to exam (Lee Purvis, Ph.D.)
• Review of complaints P19-20-13B, P20-21-04C, NP20-21-17C
• Committee reports on telepsychology, unlicensed assistants, continuing education, and complaint adjudication workgroups
• Approval of minutes from January 28-29, 2021

The Board voted to continue seeking a sponsor for housekeeping legislation regarding the definition of psychology practice and registration of unlicensed assistants. The Board also approved several licensure candidacies and dismissed two complaints due to insufficient evidence.

• Affirmed decision to move forward with housekeeping legislation for SB458 (6-0)
• Approved candidacy for Marcia A. Kearns for EPPP admission (6-0)
• Confirmed candidacy for Lee Purvis and invited to Oral and Jurisprudence Exams (6-0)
• Granted provisional license and EPPP admission to Samantha Martin (6-0)
• Dismissed complaint P19-20-13B due to insufficient evidence (6-0)
• Dismissed complaint P20-21-08C due to insufficient evidence (6-0)
• Closed investigation NP20-21-17C and reported to appropriate authorities (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 'Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing' for the office

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a two-day meeting via Zoom. The board will discuss long-range planning, potential new rules for telepsychology and registration, and review various licensure applications.

• Discussion of specialty designation vs. HSP/General Applied Psychology
• Review of recommendations from the Ad Hoc Legislative Collaborative Committee regarding SB458
• Proposed rulemaking for telepsychology and registration of unlicensed assistants
• Review of provisional, candidacy, and final licensure applications
• Review of temporary registration applications and oral examination recommendations

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Board will meet via Zoom to discuss rulemaking, licensing updates, and financial statements. The agenda includes reviews of provisional licensure, temporary registrations, and committee workgroup reports.

• Review of budget and current rulemaking updates
• Discussion of specialty designation vs. HSP/General Applied Psychology
• Review of November 2020 and December 2020 financial statements
• Review of provisional licensure, candidacy status, and temporary registration applications
• Discussion of legislative recommendations related to SB458

The Board voted unanimously to move forward with revisions to proposed SB458 and seek legislative sponsors. Members also established workgroups to develop new regulations for telepsychology, continuing professional development, and complaint adjudication.

• Approved filing of revised SB458 and seeking legislative sponsors (6-0)
• Adopted recommendation to replace 'assistant to psychologist' with 'psychological technician'
• Approved November and December 2020 financial statements (6-0)
• Affirmed Stripe as the integrated payment processor for Certemy
• Dismissed complaints NP20-21-12B and P20-21-07B due to insufficient evidence (6-0)
• Granted provisional licenses and EPPP admission to Shannon R. Bierma and Kasia S. Plessy (6-0)
• Delegated authority to Executive Director to approve Temporary Registration applications (6-0)
• Granted psychology licenses to James A.R. Glynn, Kathrin Herzhoff, Matthew R. Chester, and Emily K. Crochet (6-0)