ACTION ALERT: Add LPCs and LMFTs as Medicare Providers
Congress is currently considering legislation to fund the federal government.
Efforts are underway to add language from H.R. 3032 (John Katko, R.NY) to authorize LPCs and LMFTs as Medicare providers.
Action on the fiscal 2018 omnibus spending bill could be brought to the House floor this week.
There is still time to contact the Texas Congressional delegation and ask them to support inclusion of H.R. 3032.
Texas faces a HUGE mental health professional workforce shortage.
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Adding LPCs and LMFTs as authorized providers under Medicare will help deliver services in the more than 194 underserved counties in Texas.
Your support is crucial in getting this legislation passed.
There are limited opportunities during each Congress to pass our Medicare legislation, so please make your voice heard. Thank you for your assistance!
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The TCA Offices Have Moved!
Our new address is
1210 San Antonio,Suite 200, Austin, TX 78701. All other contact information remains the same.
We moved just down the street, so we are still in a great location, just a few blocks from the Texas Capitol.
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Call for Programs Now Open!
The call for programs for the 62nd Annual TCA Professional Growth Conference are open through April 13.
The conference will be held in Dallas, Texas, November 14-17, 2018.
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Order Now!
The
Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs,
5th Edition
The 5th Edition of the
Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs
order form
is live!
With new organization, competencies, domains, strategies and tools, the 5th Edition of the
Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs
has been updated to reflect best practices and statutory requirements for school counseling programs.
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Online Learning
TCA Online Learning
is the easy affordable way for you to get continuing education, from the comfort of your home or office.
Recently added offerings include:
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Volunteers Drive Our Success!
Join one of TCA committees and be a part of shaping the future of your profession.
Apply today to be appointed to one of TCA's committees. Meet new people, network with your colleagues, and grow your leadership skills.
The deadline to apply is June 1.
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From the TCA Wellness Committee: Spring Into Moving More!
Spring is almost here, which means warmer weather, blooming flowers, and longer days. This is the perfect time to get more active!
There are many benefits to moving more, which can include losing or maintaining weight, preventing heart disease, improving mood, boosting energy, and improving sleep.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise like brisk walking or 75 minutes of rigorous exercise like running (or an equivalent mix of both) every week. It’s fine to break up exercise into smaller sessions as long as each one lasts at least 10 minutes.
Here are a few ideas to get more movement into your day:
- Think about what exercise you might enjoy – is there a fun class or activity you might want to sign up for?
- Add some accountability through friends, family, or by hiring a personal trainer or health coach.
- Find ways to build movement into your day – take the stairs, walk to a coworker’s desk instead of sending an email, park farther away to add some extra walking.
- Make an appointment with yourself to exercise – put it on your calendar!
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The above is a paid advertisement.
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Awards of $1,500 to Support Doctoral Research
The Hogg Foundation is expanding eligibility for the
Frances Fowler Wallace Memorial Award
to include doctoral candidates at all institutions of higher education in Texas. Applicants must be pursuing a PhD in nursing, psychology, social work or another field relevant to mental health.
The award is restricted to dissertation research and provides up to $1,500 to cover research-related expenses. The foundation is particularly interested in proposals that align with our
new strategic vision
. Relevant areas of focus include historically underserved populations, rural communities, prevention and early intervention, social determinants of health and mental health, and community conditions that influence mental health and well-being.
Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply at any time. Applications will be reviewed
on a rolling basis
until all funds have been allocated.
Learn More.
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The above is a paid advertisement.
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Open Positions at TEA
TEA (Texas Education Agency) is recruiting for
ten open positions at the Director and Manager levels.
Positions require different levels of education background, so if you or anyone you know would be willing to move to Austin, Texas and has an interest in improving education outcomes for students,
check out what's available
! If you don't see the position you are interested in listed yet, email
Kristen Dobson
, and she can answer any questions.
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Professional Recovery Network: Opportunities Available for Professional Counselors
Are you looking for a freelance opportunity to serve potentially impaired dentists, veterinarians, optometrists, and pharmacists? The
Professional Recovery Network
(PRN) is looking for skilled evaluators to provide safety to practice assessments utilizing ASAM criteria to assess whether or not an individual’s substance misuse or mental health challenges impair their ability to safely practice.
These assessments are done in the region the individual lives, so PRN needs a wide network of clinicians willing and able to provide these assessments. The initial evaluation cost is covered by PRN.
If you are interested in acting as a freelance evaluator for PRN, please contact
Brittany Lash, LPC
,
512-615-9176.
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Join the Department of Family and Protective Services Volunteer Team
Do you want to help foster youth, families, or adults who are elderly or have disabilities?
DFPS volunteers can work directly with children, families, the elderly, or adults with disabilities in the following ways:
- Assist parents and vulnerable adults with transportation
- Sit with children who are in the hospital
- Deliver medications to home-bound adults
- Provide companionship to people who are elderly or have disabilities
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If you are interested in actively helping others in your community, and gaining valuable experience and service hours, join the volunteer team today.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2018
March 19: Sunset Commission Organizational Meeting, Austin
April 20-21: TSBEMFT Board Meeting, Austin
April 25: Sunset Commission Public Hearing, Austin
May 16-18: TSBEPC Board Meeting, Austin
May 18: SBEC Board Meeting, Austin
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