Colin Davies

The Arkansas Psychology Board meeting included discussions and updates on several key areas. These included updates on the Behavioral Analyst Bill, clarification on licensure requirements for Licensed Psychological Examiners, and the appointment of Dr. Fowler as the ASPPB PsyPact/Compact representative. The board also discussed the APA's new Code of Conduct in Ethics and reviewed a hearing summary from the Attorney General's report, leading to the acceptance of a Letter of Caution for Complaint #24-7. Additionally, the board addressed the waiver of in-person continuing education hours for the 2025-2026 renewal year. New business included setting the 2025 board meeting dates, reviewing inquiries regarding revisions to Statements of Intent, and approving supervision agreements and plans. The board also approved supervisory status for an applicant and reviewed quarterly reports. Credential reviews were conducted, resulting in the denial of one application and the approval of provisional and full licensure for other applicants.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. A revision to the rule regarding scholarship/stipend eligibility was approved to clarify that those needing coursework are also eligible. The Board was reminded of the upcoming hearing. Updates were provided on the Legislative Committee's budget meetings and the Financial Interest Statement deadline. A motion was passed to waive the in-person continuing education hour for the 2025-2026 renewal year. Additionally, the board discussed and approved the completion of 3,000 hours towards Psychological Examiner-Independent Status for Ms. Lana Dillon, and a request for a Provisional License Extension for Dr. Wynette Williams-Kirkwood. The board also reviewed and approved multiple Quarterly Reports and a Full Licensure application.

The Arkansas Psychology Board meeting included discussions and decisions on various topics. The board discussed the director's report, which included updates on the ASPPB mid-year meeting, the EPPP Part 2 Townhall meeting, the acceptance of Licensed Psychological Examiner applications, and the posting of the 2025 Board meeting dates. Dr. Laura Schilling's request to appeal the Board's decision to deny her credentials for licensure was addressed, and a hearing was scheduled. The board also addressed inquiries from Dr. Carley Owen and Dr. Taisha Jones, related to licensed psychological examiner and doctoral trainees respectively. Additionally, the board approved appended Statements of Intent to include Telepsychology for Dr. Ann Prather and Dr. Carmilya Wilson-McCormack. They also approved a Supervision Agreement and Plan for Dr. Carmilya Wilson-McCormack. Supervisory Status was approved for Dr. Gregory Edgin and Dr. Beryl Rushefsky. The board reviewed and accepted Quarterly Reports and addressed credential reviews, including the denial of Dr. Estefany Soto's application and the approval of Dr. Ian Moore's application pending the removal of Supervision from Statement of Intent or providing coursework in Supervision.

The Arkansas Psychology Board meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. The board reviewed and approved Dr. Estefany Soto's internship form, as well as Dr. Chayla Slaton's neuropsychology re-specialization and Dr. Marin Beagley's request to add telehealth to her statement of intent. Additionally, quarterly reports were approved, and technician registrations for Ms. Mikyah Donnerson and Mr. Jonah Newsom were reviewed and approved. The board also reviewed and approved the files for Dr. Kate Dykhuis, Dr. Paul Neitzrt, Dr. Rebecca Kitchens, and Ms. Bethany McGhehey, with specific conditions regarding their statements of intent.

The Arkansas Psychology Board meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. The board addressed complaint cases, including accepting signed consent agreements and issuing warning letters. Updates were provided on the website's progress, renewal processes, and workflow. The board also discussed conversion therapy, psychological examiner licensee projections, and ASPPB's consideration of changing CPQ requirements. Inquiries regarding neuropsychology were tabled, and information on the EPPP2 was submitted. The board also addressed requests related to independent status, licensee inquiries, annual reports, reinstatement of licensure, statements of intent, supervisor status, supervision agreements, and supervision inquiries. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved credentials and quarterly reports.