West Virginia Board of Examiners of Psychologists

The meeting included an executive session concerning oral examinations, followed by the approval of five individuals as licensed psychologists or level 1 licensed school psychologists. Key agenda items involved an update on PSYPACT, a financial review, the status of EPPP test changes, and an upcoming meeting with the legislature regarding Series 3 updates. The board also addressed several ethical concerns (2023-11, 2024-4, 2025-6 through 2025-12), with findings of probable cause or closure being determined for most recent cases. The discussion on Guidelines for Selecting Graduate Programs was tabled for the next meeting.

The meeting addressed public comments regarding Series 3 changes and formulated a response to a letter sent in error, as well as addressing the comments received. Licensee concerns about Board functions were also discussed. The WVPA Presentation was tabled for a later date.

The meeting included discussions and actions regarding oral examinations, resulting in the approval of Samantha Smith, Ph.D. as a licensed psychologist and the continuation of John Prentice, Psy.D. The board also followed up on a town hall, reflecting on its success in addressing concerns about changes to Series 3, and considered potential candidates for an open board position, nominating Susan Walker-Matthews for appointment.

The meeting included discussions and actions related to oral examinations, resulting in the approval of several psychologists for licensure and the continuation of one candidate. Updates were provided on PSYPACT, a financial review was conducted, and changes to Series 3 requirements were discussed. The board also addressed ethical concerns, closing multiple cases with findings of no probable cause.

The meeting addressed changes to Series 3 rules, licensee concerns, and preparations for a WVPA presentation. The board also discussed the date for a town hall meeting at the WVPA conference and a change to the next meeting date.