The MPA Marriage Equality Task Force welcomed members Mindy Benowitz, Tom Carrillo, Dan Christensen, Tom Harbaugh, Heather Johnson, Daniel Legerski, Dan Rebek, Kay Slama, Diane Stellrecht, and Ann Marie Vorbach and began its work implementing MPA’s resolution to oppose the state constitutional marriage amendment which will be on the ballot in November 2012.
Task force chair Marge Charmoli noted that “I’m absolutely thrilled with the response from MPA members to volunteer for this project. It’s another demonstration of how deeply psychologists care about this issue”.
The task force began its work to develop a position paper, plan educational events for MPA members and the public, conduct a media campaign, and collaborate with other organizations to inject the voice of psychology into the public debate surrounding the amendment.
As part of its educational campaign, the task force is collaborating with MPA’s Annual Convention to bring in nationally recognized psychologists who have participated as expert witnesses or researchers in other states that have had similar initiatives. We are looking for sponsors and exhibitors to help finance these efforts.
If you know of any individual or organization that might be willing to sponsor speakers or be an exhibitor at our annual convention, please contact Marge Charmoli at drcharmoli@visi.com or at 651-276-5202.
You can also support the work of the Marriage Equality Task Force by making a financial donation. Simply click the link below to make your contribution.
For the Public and for Members: View a list of books recommended by MPA members. Click here
Task Force on Clinical Outcome Measurement
MPA is seeking individuals with experience and/or interest in outcome measurement, test construction, quality improvement, and related topics to serve on a taskforce. Students are also welcome to participate. For more information click here.
Keep Your Clients Happy
Minnesota 10X10: Improving Health for Individuals Living with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia
Clients and Family Members:
In addition to following your mental health treatment plan, it is very important that you pay attention to your other health needs in order to live a long and healthy life. read more
Talk to a Psychologist
We want to call your attention to a video just produced by Division 42 of APA. Please check it out and please share it with your friends and networks. And if you are looking to find a psychologist, you can visit our find a psychologist page.
Online registration and further event details coming soon.
2012 Continuing Education Call for Proposals
Submit a proposal. Friday Forums are three- to six-hour training sessions that focus on clinical practice issues. Other Continuing Education
programs may include full-day conferences and special programs. The audience includes MPA members and
other mental health practitioners. The MPA Education and Training Committee is accepting
proposals for presentations
during 2012. We welcome programs of all kinds, but we are especially looking for proposals related to researchbased
treatment, clinical issues throughout the lifespan, multi-disciplinary treatment, and diversity.
Do your Holiday Shopping and Support MPA!
Anytime you go to Amazon.com through the icon on the lower right of our homepage, MPA will get a small return. So purchase your books and office supplies online and benefit your profession while you get the benefit of the best prices and easy delivery. It doesn't cost you anything extra, and benefits MPA.
Exhibitor and Sponsor Opportunities at the MPA Annual Convention
The 76th Annual Convention: Cristical issues: Addressing Change in Psychology, the Mental Health Community, and Society, will take place at the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest in Minnetonka, MN. The convention dates are April 20-21, 2012. Registration will be available soon!
Download the Exhibitor & Sponsor Opportunities brochure or sign up online.
A Guide For Legislators: Communicating with Troubled Constituents
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Update your profile! The Public Psychologist Finder is our most frequently viewed page. Click here to make sure your information is accurate. Now you can add your photo to the Find a Psychologist public directory, the MPA members-only directory, or both!
Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award Click here for more information.
Call for Proposals! Submit a proposal to present a First Friday Forum.
Minnesota Psychologist Archives:Back issues of the Minnesota Psychologist are now available to members as well as non-members. Click on the "Resources" tab to find them.
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