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To Review the S.N.A.P. Programming from 2020, please see below...

OPA is proud to announce our new S.N.A.P. (Successfully Navigating Advocacy for Psychologists) programming. Spread over 4-weeks. this live virtual training includes 5 sessions and allows mental health professionals to customize their curriculum by selecting the sessions that are most meaningful to them.

Join OPA, psychologists, graduate students and Ohio policy makers for presentations and discussions about the importance of quality mental health care for all Ohioans. The series will kick-off with a self-care session focused on thriving during election season followed by a CE presentation by Dr. Bobbie Celeste on social justice. The last three sessions will focus on policy issues in the Ohio legislature related to mental health including prescription privileges for psychologists, the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), and parity legislation

OPA’s 2020 S.N.A.P. programming includes:

October 27 | 7:45 - 9 p.m. | FREE EVENT
Thriving in the Midst of Social Tension | Self-Care Assembly
Presented by OPA's Prevention and Wellness Program Committee

November 7 | 10 - 11 a.m. | OPA Members - $35    Student Members - $20   Non-Members - $50
Social Justice: Using Our Expertise to Impact Systemic Changes 
Presented by: Dr. Bobbie Celeste
1 CE-Ethics for psychologists, counselors, social workers and marriage & family therapists

November 13 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. | FREE EVENT
Diversity Reception with Ohio's Legislative Black Caucus
Hosted by OPA's Diversity Committee

November 16 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. | FREE EVENT
Election Recap, Review of Current Legislative Initiatives and Tips for Talking to Your Legislators
See session details below for instructions on how to schedule a meeting with your legislator(s).

November 19 | 7 - 8 p.m. | FREE EVENT
Debrief Meetings with Legislators
Individuals who met with their legislators are encouraged to attend and share feedback.

Click here and scroll to the bottom of the screen to view detailed descriptions of each session.

Questions? Contact OPA 614.224.0034