Advocacy Links provided by IMPACT:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jlK-sqKNaz11Me-ycCFYYy8HYAzQU4gAfn51LqFk8Xg/edit?usp=sharing

NPI is developing resources for our members in response to the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe V Wade.  Both clients and practitioners are dealing with strong emotional reactions (on both sides of the issue) and confusion over the state of the law in Tennessee.  As psychotherapists, our intention is to hold space for people in a way that is trauma-informed, reduces stigma, supports non-judgmental decision-making, and provides accurate information.  We also need to be aware of any potential impact on our practice.

Here are a few websites that can help you with accurate information.

• Current information about the state of the law in TN:  https://wpln.org/post/explainer-how-the-dobbs-decision-affects-tennesseans-reproductive-options/?mc_cid=77404968f5&mc_eid=fe4e970693
• The facts about abortion and mental health:  https://www.apa.org/monitor/2022/09/news-facts-abortion-mental-health
• Facts about abortion safety and the spread of misinformation:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25091391/

• New billing disclosure requirements take effect in 2022 – Link to timelines and templates:
  https://www.apaservices.org/practice/legal/managed/billing-disclosure-requirements?_ga=2.59623083.72268334.1639244942-2123816710.1622929053
• The No Surprises Act : What MFTs Need to Know: 
  https://www.camft.org/Resources/Legal-Articles/Chronological-Article-List/the-no-surprises-act-what-mfts-need-to-know
  

• Generic Consent Generic Telehealth Form
• Tele-Psychology Tele-Psychology Informed Consent
• Payment Template  Automatic Payment Form
• Professional Will/Contingency Professional Will

Wellness Webinars hosted by APA (no APA membership required) beginning April 6th
APA will begin hosting a series of Wellness Webinars. As we all know, these are challenging times and self-care is more important than ever. Please sign-up for the virtual wellness classes starting on April 6 and stay tuned for additional classes in the future (Yoga, Pilates, Metabolic Endurance, etc.).

APA Wellness Webinars: http://pages.apa.org/wellness-webinars/

• Meditation Part 1 – Listening from the Heart & Finding Your Way Home
• Being the Creative in Professional Practice, Part 1
• Meditation Part 2 – A Self-Care Affirmation to Live By: “I am Mind & Soul Medicine”
• Being the Creative in Professional Practice, Part 2
• Meditation Part 3 – Relational Mindfulness

The videos will be recorded and saved on the wellness APA page, if you are unable to attend at the scheduled time.