Arkansas Psychological Association

Arkansas Psychological Association Join ArPA today: https://arpapsych.org/join-arpa/
Lunch & Learn Free for Members:https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

Founded in 1949, ArPA is a non-for-profit, professional, statewide organization whose purpose is to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare in a challenging and changing world. Our members represent the most well trained, highly credentialed, and clinically experienced mental health care professionals in Arkansas. Across our state, our members are acti

vely involved in providing psychological services in private practices, hospitals, and community mental health centers. Others teach in undergraduate and graduate academic programs, conduct cutting-edge research, serve in administrative positions for human service programs, and dedicate countless hours as committee members and chairs of various boards on the state, national, and international level.

06/11/2026

The Power of the Therapeutic Bond

Patients often describe their therapists as their most stabilizing force. A Professional Will ensures that even in a crisis, your patients are met with compassion and a clear path forward, honoring the deep relationship you’ve built over the years. Protect your patients and your bond.

Learn more: https://arpapsych.org/

06/10/2026

The Financial Impact of Sudden Closure

Sudden closures hit both the clinician’s family and their patients financially. A plan ensures bills are processed for the family and super-bills are available for patient reimbursement. Protect your family's income and your patients' access to care.

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ONE WEEK until 'Why Gender Affirming Care Matters' with Dr. Arielle Marston.One question we keep hearing: "Is this train...
06/10/2026

ONE WEEK until 'Why Gender Affirming Care Matters' with Dr. Arielle Marston.

One question we keep hearing: "Is this training for me if I've never worked with a transgender or gender diverse client?"

Yes.

This training is designed for all levels of familiarity.
New to gender affirming care? You'll get a solid foundation in definitions, evidence, and practical strategies.
Already providing affirming care? You'll strengthen your practice with current research and additional integration strategies.
Somewhere in between? You'll build confidence and competence wherever you're starting from.

Next Wednesday you'll learn:
-Evidence-based definition of gender affirming care
-Barriers transgender and gender diverse (TGD) clients face accessing services
-Research-supported psychological benefits
-At least two strategies to apply immediately

Dr. Marston has been providing affirming care since 2016. She knows how to make complex topics accessible and immediately applicable to practice.

FREE Members-Only Benefit
➡️https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

Join ArPA for access to free monthly professional development sessions like this, plus peer consultations, discounted workshops, and colleague support.
➡️https://arpapsych.org/join-arpa/

SoMa Pride is three days away, and we are ready.The Arkansas Psychological Association will be at SoMa Pride 2026 this S...
06/10/2026

SoMa Pride is three days away, and we are ready.

The Arkansas Psychological Association will be at SoMa Pride 2026 this Saturday, June 13, on South Main Street in Little Rock. The festival runs from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with the parade beginning at noon.

If you are planning to attend, come find our table. Our team will be there to talk, to connect, and to share information about affirming mental health care in Arkansas.

If you know someone who might benefit from knowing we exist, please share this post.

We will see you Saturday.

06/09/2026

Is Your "Immediate Circle" Prepared? When a crisis occurs, your family needs clear direction, not administrative puzzles. Naming a personal representative bridges the gap between your personal loss and your professional responsibilities, giving your loved ones the presence of mind they need.

Learn more: https://arpapsych.org/

06/08/2026

The Final Link in Your Plan

A Professional Will is only as strong as the communication behind it. Introduce your practice executor to your inner circle and establishing a clear protocol for crisis notification. Clear communication today prevents confusion tomorrow.

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Losing a therapist is a unique and often socially unrecognized form of grief.Patients often feel isolated when their mos...
06/08/2026

Losing a therapist is a unique and often socially unrecognized form of grief.

Patients often feel isolated when their most private relationship is suddenly severed. A managed transition provides the space they need to honor their clinical work.Compassionate closure helps patients move toward healthy reattachment in the future.

Follow our page for updates, watch the full video on YouTube, and stay tuned to our website for more professional development opportunities.

ARPA Spring Conference.
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A safe space is not a policy. It is not a sticker on a door or a line in a mission statement.It is built through how peo...
06/08/2026

A safe space is not a policy. It is not a sticker on a door or a line in a mission statement.

It is built through how people are spoken to. How questions are answered. Whether someone feels they can walk into a room and stay exactly who they are.

For LGBTQ+ individuals, genuinely inclusive spaces in their neighborhoods, workplaces, and healthcare settings are directly tied to mental health outcomes. The difference between a space that accepts and a space that affirms is something people feel immediately.

ArPA is committed to building that kind of presence in Arkansas. Not just in clinical settings, but in the community. That is why being at events like SoMa Pride matters to us.

We will be on South Main Street on Saturday, June 13. We hope to see you there.

Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals often face significant barriers when seeking psychological and healthca...
06/08/2026

Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals often face significant barriers when seeking psychological and healthcare services.

Discrimination. Gatekeeping. Provider knowledge gaps.

These challenges directly impact mental health, access to care, and overall wellbeing.

Research consistently shows that gender affirming care can improve psychological outcomes and help create safer, more supportive therapeutic experiences for TGD clients.

But many clinicians still ask:
How do I integrate affirming practices into my everyday work in ways that are ethical, evidence-based, and clinically meaningful?

“Why Gender Affirming Care Matters” is a one-hour introductory CE program designed to help psychologists build greater competence and confidence in working with transgender and gender diverse populations.

Dr. Arielle Marston will cover:
• Foundations of gender affirming care
• Common barriers TGD individuals face in healthcare systems
• Current research on the psychological benefits of affirming care
• Practical strategies for integrating affirming practices into clinical work

This training is designed for psychologists at all levels of familiarity with this population, whether you are new to this work or looking to strengthen your existing practice.

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual
🎓 1 CE Credit
🆓 FREE for Members

06/08/2026

Join us for an important conversation on gender affirming care and the role psychologists play in creating more inclusive, evidence-based clinical spaces for transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals.

In this one-hour CE training, Dr. Arielle Marston will discuss:
• Foundations of gender affirming care
• Barriers TGD clients face when accessing services
• Research on psychological benefits of affirming care
• Practical strategies for everyday clinical practice

Whether you are new to this area or looking to strengthen your existing work, this session is designed to support psychologists at all levels of familiarity.

Register here: https://arpapsych.org/arpa-events/lunch-and-learn-series/

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Little Rock, AR
72221

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