Oklahoma Psychological Association

02/13/2026

As leaders of OPA go to DC next week to advocate for NIH and other funding, we must be mindful of what is happening in the world and with our federal government. While this article doesn’t directly relate to psychology, it’s important to know fhe dynamics going on with a possible government shutdown….dynamics with a broad reach.

The federal government appears to be barreling toward yet another partial shutdown this week, as Democrats and Republicans remain at odds over a deal to keep the Department of Homeland Security (DH…

02/06/2026

We are proud to celebrate our own Danna Fowble, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Psychological Association, on receiving the APA Division 31 Outstanding Achievement by a Psychological Association Staff Member Award. This national recognition honors her exceptional leadership, advocacy expertise, and unwavering commitment to advancing psychology and supporting psychologists across Oklahoma and beyond.

OPA is grateful for Danna’s steady leadership, collaborative spirit, and tireless dedication to our members and the profession. Please join us in congratulating Danna on this well-deserved honor!

02/06/2026

APA’s Practice State Leadership Conference learning lots together.

02/04/2026

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U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes will benefit from a robust mental health program despite scrutiny it faced in past years, according to the USOPC.

01/30/2026

Confused about HIE requirements?
Not sure what actually applies to psychologists?
Just need expert advice to cut through the confusion?

HIE Essentials breaks it down clearly — and now you can watch anytime.

🕒 1-hour CE
🎓 OPA Learning Center
💙 Free for OPA members
👉 Register now: okpsych.org/learning

01/27/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
From Capitol Hill to the FBI—this research shapes real-world prevention.

After Sandy Hook, Peter Langman’s work informed school safety recommendations presented to the President of the United States.

On Jan 30, he joins us to examine:
✔ Why situational explanations fall short
✔ How personality vulnerabilities take different paths to violence
✔ What professionals need to recognize before harm occurs

If you work in mental health, education, or threat assessment, this webinar is not optional—it’s foundational.

🗓️ Jan 30
🎓 CE available
www.okpsych.org/learning

01/26/2026

OPA submitted information to help focus some funds in rural mental health. This article while well done, is it true Oklahoma? As your ED, I value your insight. Thanks for the healthy dialogue.

$50 billion is flowing into rural health. I'm not celebrating. I'm worried. Even though I've spent a decade fighting for exactly this. I'm worried because suddenly everyone's an expert. But rural health problems don't have urban solutions. The same factors that affect mental health in cities look co...

01/19/2026

There is no “profile” of a mass attacker—but there are patterns.

Research shows many perpetrators share profound psychological vulnerabilities, even though they look very different on the surface.

In this Jan 30 webinar, Peter Langman breaks down:
• How psychological fragility connects to violence
• Personality processes that increase risk
• Personality disorders commonly seen in perpetrators

This is essential learning for psychologists, educators, and professionals involved in prevention, assessment, and safety.

🗓️ Jan 30 | Register now
www.okpsych.org/learning

01/14/2026

Just for fun….

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01/14/2026

Psychologists across Oklahoma told us they still have big questions about Health Information Exchange (HIE):

1. Who controls client data?

2. What does OKSHINE actually do?

3. How does HIE improve safety and treatment accuracy?

4. What are the real costs and benefits?

5. How do we talk about HIE with clients?

Get clear, unbiased answers at a Jan 21 webinar with information from a team of experts from OFMQ, MyHealth and OHCA/OKSHINE.

Jan 21 | 12–1 PM CT

Register: www.okpsych.org/learning

01/12/2026

What if we’ve been asking the wrong question about mass violence?

We often focus on what happened to mass attackers—bullying, job loss, rejection. But millions experience those stressors and never become violent.

This Jan 30 webinar explores what’s often overlooked: personality.

Join us for a research-driven conversation on psychological fragility, personality processes, and pathways to extreme violence—led by Peter Langman, one of the world’s leading experts on violent offenders.

🗓️ Jan 30
🎓 Earn CE credit
🔍 Learn how personality factors deepen threat assessment and prevention

www.okpsych.org/learning

01/09/2026

Planning your 2026 CE hours?

Start the year with clarity. Join us on January 21 for HIE Essentials: What Oklahoma Psychologists Need to Know—a 1-hour CE webinar designed around the real questions psychologists are asking about HIE, privacy, ethics, and practice impact.
✔ Earn 1 CE hour
✔ Practical, fact-based discussion
✔ Tools you can use right away

Register at okpsych.org/learning