State Board of Examiners of Psychologists public meetings in 2024

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Board approved licensure for six psychologists and reinstated licenses for two individuals. It also established a reimbursement process for legal expenses and authorized research into mold testing for its office.

• Granted license to Michelle M. Rhodes, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Granted license to Dayle Cathleen Lattie, Psy.D. (4-0)
• Granted license to Raquel Gutierrez, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Granted license to Michael E. Ray, Psy.D. (4-0)
• Granted license to Andrew James Swiantek, Psy.D. (4-0)
• Granted license to Christine M. Wolfe, Psy.D. (4-0)
• Reinstated license for Lee N. Purvis, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Reinstated license for Shanette Dominick (4-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists is holding a special meeting on December 13, 2024, to discuss vital business including licensing recommendations following oral examinations, reimbursement for legal expenses in a specific lawsuit, and the lease status of its office. The meeting will include an executive session for oral exams and public comment is allowed on agenda items.

• Review rules for Master's Licensure (Licensed Psychological Associate)
• Oral examinations for six candidates including reciprocity and reinstatement cases
• Consider licensing recommendations after executive session
• Reimbursement for board members and staff in Alleman et al vs. Harness et al lawsuit
• Lease status update for 4334 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Ste C150, Baton Rouge

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee will discuss telesupervision and the 2024 Long Range Planning Committee Report. The body will also review five licensure applications and one nomination for a committee vacancy.

• Review of licensure applications for Shanette Dominick, Amanda DeWitt, Amber Osborn, Vanessa Chahin, and Patricia Smith
• Review of Sarah Fletcher's qualifications for a committee vacancy terming June 30, 2026
• Discussion on telesupervision of Licensed Specialists in School Psychology
• Debrief of the November 6, 2024, La School Psychological Association Conference

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee recommended Dr. Sarah Fletcher as a qualified candidate to replace Dr. George Hebert. The Committee also recommended the reinstatement of Shanette Dominick's license. Members discussed draft regulations for telesupervision and updated application language.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 4, 2024 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Recommended reinstatement of Shanette Dominick's license (passed without objection)
• Recommended Dr. Sarah Fletcher as a qualified candidate for appointment to the LSSP Committee (unanimous)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Board hired attorney Amy Groves Lowe to represent them in the case of Alleman et al vs Harness et al. The Board also approved amendments to the FY 25 budget and formally adopted the 2025-26 Budget to account for litigation and new income streams.

• Hired Amy Groves Lowe for representation in Alleman et al vs Harness et al (5-0)
• Empowered Executive Committee to make case strategy decisions based on Attorney Lowe's recommendations (5-0)
• Added $20,000 line item for 'Application for Licensed Psychological Associate' to FY 25 income (5-0)
• Approved new Ethics training pricing: two 1-hour courses at $25 each or a bundle for $45 (5-0)
• Reduced projected contract labor for Investigator Henry Richardson to $6,000 (5-0)
• Reduced projected contract labor for Complaint Coordinator Sasha Lambert to $6,800 (5-0)
• Adopted 2025-26 Budget and amended 2024-25 Budget (5-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a special meeting to discuss strategy and budget for a pending lawsuit (Case No. 3:24-cv-00877) in which board members are named as defendants. The board will meet in closed executive session for these discussions, then reconvene in open session to take any motions and consider budget matters. Public comments will be allowed before any vote is taken.

• Executive session to discuss strategy for lawsuit: Julie Alleman et al. v. Shannae N. Harness et al., Case No. 3:24-cv-00877, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
• Budget considerations related to prospective litigation
• Public comments permitted before any vote on agenda items

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

This document is a meeting notice listing the 2024 scheduled dates, times, locations, and purposes for the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. It includes regular meetings, committee meetings for Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, a special meeting, a long-range planning session, and a rules hearing. No specific agenda items, decisions, or proposals are included.

• Regular meetings scheduled for Jan 18-19 (long-range planning), Mar 15 (special), Apr 19 (regular and rules hearing), Jul 19, and Oct 18 at 4334 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Baton Rouge
• Committee meetings for Licensed Specialist in School Psychology on Mar 5, Jun 4, Sep 10, and Dec 10 at LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans or Baton Rouge
• Public comments allowed before votes on agenda items per La R.S. 42.14.D
• Information submitted to the board may become public record per La R.S. 44:33.1

The Board approved the 2025-26 budget and amended the 2024-25 budget. It adopted rule revisions for Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) and a new 'no refund' policy. The Board also authorized staff to potentially vacate their current office due to maintenance issues.

• Adopted 2025-26 Budget and amendments to 2024-25 Budget (3-0)
• Authorized staff to issue notice to vacate office at 4334 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd if lease terms are not met (3-0)
• Accepted LSSP recommended rule revisions for legacy and reciprocity licensing (3-0)
• Adopted 'No Refund' policy and associated dispute procedures (3-0)
• Approved separate renewal transactions for Assistants to a Psychologist (ATAP) (3-0)
• Approved amended pay agreement for Courtney P. Newton (3-0)
• Denied registration for Eshonda S. Kirk (2-0-1) and revoked registration for Katelyn M. Duplantis (3-0)
• Approved rulemaking to remove limits on the number of times an individual can take the EPPP (2-0-1)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will meet in person and via Zoom to discuss and vote on several administrative and policy items. Key actions include considering a revised budget, addressing ongoing lease problems at its Baton Rouge office, and reviewing proposed rule changes for master's level licensure and reciprocity. The board will also receive committee reports and act on a consent agenda of licensing approvals.

• Discussion of lease issues at 4334 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., including water intrusion, mold, and HVAC problems
• Consideration of a resolution to adopt a revised budget for 2023-24 and ensuing 2024-25
• Proposed rulemaking on Master's Level Licensure (Licensed Psychological Associate) regulations
• Reciprocity agreement discussions with Oklahoma and Texas
• Review of legislative financial audit and annual financial report for policy or budgetary considerations

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee recommended that the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists repromulgate specific sections of the Louisiana Administrative Code. These changes aim to establish grandfathering and reciprocity provisions for certified school psychologists to ensure qualified individuals can remain in the profession.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 4, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Recommended repromulgation of Title 46:LXIII.Subpart 2, Chapters 31 and 33 regarding licensure definitions and applications (unanimous)
• Agreed to follow previous presentation outlines for the November 6, 2024, La School Psychological Association Conference

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a special meeting on September 20, 2024, to discuss and vote on licensing recommendations following oral examinations for nine candidates, including Demietrice Pittman, Ph.D., Joy Bui, Psy.D., and others. The meeting will include an executive session to review exam results, then reconvene publicly for licensing decisions. Public comments are allowed in person or by mail; the meeting will be live-streamed via Zoom for observation only.

• Executive session to discuss oral examinations for nine candidates, including provisional license holders Kaitlyn Catanzarite, Kristen Hollas, Alyssa Scurria, Katherine Lantier, and Jamie Leavey
• Open meeting to consider licensing recommendations based on exam results
• Meeting live-streamed via Zoom (Webinar ID: 825 0705 9591, Passcode: 143629) with no two-way communication
• Public comments accepted in person or by mail prior to votes on agenda items

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists held a special meeting to review licensing recommendations. The Board approved licenses to practice psychology for nine individuals following their successful completion of oral examinations.

• Approved license for Demietrice Pittman, Ph.D. (clinical specialty) (4-0)
• Approved license for Joy Bui, Psy.D. (clinical specialty) (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved license for Kaitlyn Catanzarite, Psy.D. (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved license for Kristen Hollas, Ph.D. (clinical specialty) (4-0)
• Approved license for Alyssa Scurria, Psy.D. (clinical specialty) (4-0)
• Approved license for Katherine Lantier, Ph.D. (clinical specialty) (4-0)
• Approved license for Halley Blanchard, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Approved license for Allison Smith, Ph.D. (clinical specialty) (4-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists is holding a committee meeting focused on the Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. This is part of a scheduled series of board and committee meetings for 2024.

• Committee Meeting: Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee will discuss and define the scope of practice for LSSPs compared to certified school psychologists, providing an opinion to the Louisiana Department of Health. The committee will also review telesupervision rules, continuing professional development requirements, and application procedures. New license, reinstatement, and renewal applications will be reviewed in executive session.

• Review scope of practice for LSSP vs. certified school psychologist for counseling and crisis intervention
• Discuss whether LSSPs can supervise CSPs for reimbursement
• Review telesupervision of Licensed Specialists in School Psychology
• Review continuing professional development requirement rules
• Review reinstatement applications for new/unintended lapses and after more than one year

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee recommended two candidates for licensure and approved one license reinstatement. The committee also determined that LSSPs are trained for counseling services but cannot supervise certified school psychologists for reimbursement.

• Recommended Rachelle M. Schuck, S.S.P. for licensure (unanimous)
• Recommended Breia L. Daniels-Charles, S.S.P. for licensure (unanimous)
• Approved reinstatement of Adam J. Winter's LSSP license (unanimous)
• Confirmed reinstatement of Stacey Johnson's LSSP license
• Approved Ann Dettman's renewal pending additional documentation
• Tabled discussion on telesupervision of LSSPs
• Tabled Continuing Professional Development requirement rules review
• Determined LSSPs cannot supervise CSPs for reimbursement

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will consider adopting a revised budget for 2023-24 and ensuing 2024-25, discuss several legislative resolutions (SCR 23, SR 167, SCR 10, HCR 114) that impact the board, and review the use of the EPPP exam amid antitrust complaints. The board will also elect officers, receive committee reports, and act on a consent agenda including licensure approvals and a new hire.

• Consider resolution to adopt Draft Revised 2023-24 and 2024-25 budget
• Discussion of SCR 23: study of shortage of addiction counselors, marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists
• Discussion of SR 167: creates Task Force on Child Sexual Abuse Investigation Processes; board chair must appoint child psychologist by August 15, 2024
• Discussion of HCR 114: study potential expansion of behavioral healthcare providers eligible for enhanced Medicaid reimbursement
• Discussion of impacts of current events on LSBEP's decision to continue using the EPPP, including a Texas complaint against ASPPB for anti-competitive practices

The Board elected Dr. Shannae Harness as Chairperson and Dr. T. Shavaun Sam as Vice-Chairperson. Members approved a rule change removing the limit on EPPP exam attempts and appointed delegates to the ASPPB October meeting. The Board also approved several temporary registrations and independent psychological evaluators.

• Elected Dr. Shannae Harness as Chairperson (3-0)
• Elected Dr. T. Shavaun Sam as Vice-Chairperson (3-0)
• Approved removal of limitations on the number of times a person can take the EPPP (4-0)
• Approved Lauren Rasmussen, Christina Morgan, and Sadie Doll as Independent Psychological Evaluators
• Approved temporary registrations for H. Warchocki, E. Critchfield, B. Hamm, M. Mechanic, C. Anders, and A. Reuter
• Approved licensure reinstatement for Sean Ransom
• Appointed Dr. Sam as voting delegate for the October ASPPB meeting (4-0)
• Adopted policy allowing review of CPD applications prior to June 30 (3-1)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will hold a special meeting to consider licensing recommendations. The Board will also meet in executive session to discuss results from oral examinations conducted on June 21, 2024.

• Review of oral examination results for eight individuals
• Consideration of licensing recommendations

The Board reviewed licensing recommendations and oral examinations for eight candidates. Seven applicants were granted licenses to practice psychology, while one candidate was required to retake their oral examination within six months.

• Granted license with registered specialty in clinical psychology to Kristin Weaver Samuelson, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Granted license with non-registered specialty to James Byron Currin, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Granted license with no-declared specialty to Maria D. Vazquez, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Granted license with declared specialty in clinical psychology to Ryan Ray Cooper, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Granted license with no declared specialty to Amy Elizabeth Latta, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Required Jamie Rose Frank, Ph.D. to continue oral examination within six months (4-0)
• Granted license with declared specialty in clinical psychology to Adrienne Miscimarra Sprouse, Psy.D. (4-0)
• Granted license with declared specialty in clinical psychology to Kathryn Amanda Simon, Ph.D. (3-0-1)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss professional standards and updates. The body will review legislative updates and specific training programs.

• Telesupervision of Licensed Specialists in School Psychology
• Specialist in School Psychology training program at Nicholls State University
• Outreach and education on licensure as a Specialist in School Psychology
• 2024 Legislative Update
• Nominations for new committee member

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee decided to place new telesupervision regulations within Chapter 36 of current regulations. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and the March 5, 2024, minutes. No formal actions were recommended regarding training programs or licensure application trends.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous roll-call vote)
• Approved March 5, 2024 minutes (carried without objection)
• Agreed to place telesupervision amendments in Chapter 36 of regulations
• Confirmed meeting dates for Sept 4, 2024, Dec 4, 2024, March 6, 2025, and June 4, 2025

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will review financial statements, approve temporary registrations, and discuss upcoming 2024-25 budget contracts. The Board also plans to deliberate on several rule changes regarding master's level licensure and criminal background checks.

• Proposed increase for investigator Tony W. McCoy from $60 to $62 per hour
• Review of 2024, 2025, and 2026 Audit Contract
• Discussion of new rules for Master’s Level Licensure
• Review of candidates for In-House Attorney and Complaint Coordinator positions
• Presentation by Covalent regarding Licensing System Development Update

The Board adopted new rules for ADA accommodations and updated continuing professional development requirements. Several professional service contracts for auditing, accounting, and complaint coordination were approved. The Board also voted to increase the 2024-25 salary budget limit to $185,000.

• Approved ADA accommodation rules and proceeded with rulemaking (3-0-1)
• Approved 2024-2026 audit contract with Pinell & Martinez, LLC for $2,335 annually (4-0-1)
• Approved accounting contract with Griffin & Furman, LLC not to exceed $6,177 (4-0-1)
• Approved investigator contract with Statewide Surveillance & Investigations not to exceed $12,000 (4-0-1)
• Approved multi-year contract for Complaints Coordinator I (Sasha J. Lambert) not to exceed $50,400 (4-0-1)
• Approved legal services contract with Chehardy, Sherman, Williams, Murray, Recile, Stakelum & Hayes, LLP not to exceed $20,000 (4-0-1)
• Increased 2024-25 total salaries budget limit to $185,000 (4-0-1)
• Approved moving to 8 meetings per year (4 regular, 4 limited) (3-0-1)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists is meeting to consider licensing recommendations following oral examinations. The Board will also select three nominees for the Human Trafficking Prevention Commission Advisory Board and review candidates for an in-house attorney position.

• Licensing recommendations for nine individuals, including reciprocity and reinstatement requests
• Selection of top 3 nominations for Governor Landry’s appointment to the Human Trafficking Prevention Commission Advisory Board
• Review of candidate Courtney Newton for the In-house Attorney position

The Board approved licenses for eight psychologists and reinstated one license. It also recommended three candidates for the Human Trafficking Prevention Commission Advisory Board and authorized steps to fill a vacant in-house attorney position.

• Granted licenses to practice psychology to Denese G. Marshall, Rachel Elisabeth Young, Amanda Nicole Battle, Daniel William Capron, Brittanee A. Miller, Danbi Choe, Shay L. Burns, and Peter H. Lewis
• Reinstated psychology license for Kendall Jasper
• Recommended George Bokelberg, Hannah C. Walsh, and Rafael Salcedo for appointment to the Human Trafficking Prevention Commission Advisory Board (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized Executive Director to request continuance of the unclassified Executive Counsel position from Civil Service (4-0)
• Approved expanding the pay structure and work schedule flexibility for the Executive Counsel position (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to seek an employment proposal from Courtney Newton (4-0)
• Established an Executive Committee to interview qualified applicants for the attorney position (4-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Advisory Committee will meet to discuss committee updates, including nominations and a debrief of the 2024 LRP meeting. They will also review several state legislative bills affecting psychologists and school psychology, such as SB 57, SB 59, SB 336, HB 66, and HB 598. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to discussion items.

• Discussion of SB 57 (psychologists) and SB 59 (school mental health counseling)
• Review of SB 336 (dyslexia screening) and HB 66 (funding for exceptional students)
• Discussion of HB 598 (definition of psychologist)
• Update on telesupervision for licensed specialists in school psychology
• Committee recommendation to the state board on committee qualifications and composition

The Committee approved the meeting agenda and the December 5, 2023, minutes. Members discussed concerns regarding SB 336 and HB 598 and noted that no nominations have been received for the current committee vacancy.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved December 5, 2023, minutes

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists will meet over two days to review licensure applications and discuss long-term regulatory changes. The board is considering the feasibility of master's level licensing and potential updates to supervision and examination rules.

• Review of temporary registrations for five individuals and license reinstatements for four individuals
• Discussion on the 2024 Annual Public Hearing Requirement
• Budget and attendees for the ASPPB Mid-Year Meeting in Boston, MA
• Review of the registration process for Assistants to a Psychologist (ATAP)
• Training on anti-trust issues regarding the unauthorized practice of psychology

The Board ratified multiple temporary registrations, license reinstatements, and assistant registrations. It approved licensure for Alania Mosley, Ph.D., and scheduled a required annual public hearing for April 19, 2024. Workgroups were established to study Master's level licensing and examination equity.

• Approved licensure for Alania Mosley, Ph.D. (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved candidate status and oral exam scheduling for Danbi Choe, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Approved provisional license reinstatement for Nathalie A. Cahill, Ph.D. (4-0)
• Approved return to supervised practice for respondent in case P20-21-15P (4-0)
• Dismissed complaint B23-24-05P without further action (4-0)
• Approved funding for one Board Member and Executive Director to attend ASPPB meeting (3-1)
• Ratified temporary registrations for Natalie Richton, Erica Goodman, Cerise Vablais, Douglas B. Fagen, and Valeriya G. Spektor (4-0)
• Reinstated licenses for Samuel Bryan, Ariana Mitchell, Cynthia Morgan-D'Atrio, and Sonja Batten (4-0)

State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists meets Jan 18-19 to approve routine licensure actions and discuss long-range planning. Key discussions include potential master's-level licensing, EPPP Part 2 rollout in 2026, and rule changes on supervision and continuing education. The board also considers a rule-making requirement for public participation and virtual meetings per Act 393.

• Consent agenda includes approvals of temporary registrations, supervised practice plans, and license reinstatements
• Executive session to discuss oral examination results and complaints
• Discussion of master's-level licensing and EPPP2 exam changes
• Rule-making requirement for public participation and virtual meetings per Act 393
• Long-range planning on supervision specialty areas and limiting ATAPs

The Board approved several temporary registrations, license reinstatements, and a new license for Dr. Alania Mosley. Members established workgroups to study Master's level licensing, examination equity, and supervision requirements. The Board also scheduled an annual public hearing for April 19, 2024.

• Approved license for Alania Mosley, Ph.D. (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved 5 temporary registrations (4-0)
• Approved 4 license reinstatements (4-0)
• Approved 3 provisional licensure invites for EPPP (4-0)
• Approved 3 supervised practice plans (4-0)
• Approved 21 Assistant to a Psychologist registrations (4-0)
• Approved travel expenses for one Board Member and Executive Director for ASPPB meeting (3-1)
• Granted return to supervised practice for Respondent P20-21-15P (4-0)