"The AMHCA Membership Committee is actively recruiting student members to join our committee. We are seeking student members to assist in our goal of increasing AMHCA membership and promoting AMHCA goals with students. Please complete Membership Committee Application if you are interested:
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Best,
Heather Crowell
AMHCA Membership Chair
Committee Description:
The American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA) membership committee will work collaboratively with AMHCA's Board of Directors, Staff, Committees, and Stakeholders to actively promote AMHCA membership among Clinical Mental health Counselors, Mental Health Counselors, Retired Clinical Mental Health Counselors, Mental Health Counselor Interns, graduate students in the area of human development, counselor educators, Clinical Mental health Counselors in a country outside of the United States, and others whose primary work-related responsibilities are in the area of human development."
Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Time: 5:30 p.m., ET Call-In Number: 888-585-9008 Conference Room ID: 208-305-233 Submit Questions in Advance: Provider.COVID19@flhealth.gov
Helpful Resources
Those who qualify can review the Medicaid Transportation for COVID-19 Vaccinations flyer to schedule an appointment and a ride to a COVID-19 vaccination site.
Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Time: 5:30 p.m., ET
Call-In Number: 888-585-9008
Conference Room ID: 208-305-233
Submit Questions in Advance: Provider.COVID19@flhealth.gov
New sites seeking access to COVID-19 therapeutic products can currently access registration through the link below.
Important Updates Regarding COVID-19 Vaccines, Launch of Newly Licensed Health Care Providers and Facilities Lookup, and Reactivation of Inactive Licenses January 11, 2021
Click HERE (highlight "HERE", then right click on "open link in new window")
Informal election results report from our Lobbyist, Corinne Mixon
Good Morning, FMHCA Members
Please see message below from the FMHCA Lobbyist, Corinne Mixon
Tuesday's general election produced record turnout and record early and vote by mail voting by the people of Florida. An excess of 11 million votes were cast in the state. Republicans are celebrating Florida victories where the party performed very well on Tuesday. Please see the below and attached reports.
As you likely know, the Presidential race remains too close to call. The balance of power in the US Senate is still undecided. Seven seats are still not called as of this report. The US House of Representatives will, at a minimum, remain in Democratic control, with final numbers still in process.
At the State level, the House and Senate both remain in Republican control with majorities of 76 Republicans to 44 Democrats and 23 Republicans to 17 Democrats, respectively. Notably, Senate District 37 which is currently held by Democrat José Javier Rodríguez is headed for a recount with the incumbent democrat down by a slim 28 votes as of Wednesday morning. There were no Florida statewide offices up for reelection this cycle such as the Governor, Cabinet or either US Senators.
There were only a few incumbent members of the Florida’s Congressional Delegation and State Legislature who lost their reelection bids:
The state legislature results are attached. Thank you for allowing us to be your voice in Tallahassee.
Please click on the link below for the State Legislature Results
2020 House and Senate Election Results_.pdf
You are invited to "Drinks With Shrinks," Thursday, October 22, from 4 - 8 p.m. Appetizers and alcoholic (and non-alcoholic) drinks Included.
Dr. Walt Griffith and his TMS Therapy staff welcome SMHCA members, those who've attended SMHCA events, and all other Mental Health Professionals in the greater Tampa Bay Community.
**Please RSVP (so they have enough food and drinks for all of us!!) to: (727) 577-1203**
Event will be held at Dr. Griffith's TMS Therapy Center at 5565 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33703
https://drtmstherapy.com/tms-glp/
Bring a friend and/or spouse.
Thank you, Dr Griffith, for all you do to help with mental wellness and professional development.
AMHCA's 2020 Fall Virtual Summit
The AMHCA Summit on “integrating Cultural Competency Skills into Your Practice” will provide several presentations on better understanding the origins and dynamics of cultural diversity, and how to address several problems through cultural humility, cultural opportunities, and cultural comfort into your daily practice. You will learn hands-on strategies for increasing multi-cultural competencies in your work with clients and improving your overall counseling effectiveness.
More Information & Registration Go To:
https://www.amhca.org/fallsummit (highlight and right click)
PROGRAM
Thursday, November 19, 2020
Update on Mandatory Reporting of COVID-19 Results to Florida Department of Health September 26, 2020
This effort is in support of the Public Health Emergency Declaration for COVID-19.
For additional information, please visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
Additional Resources:
CMS COVID-19 Testing and Reporting Requirements HHS Laboratory Data Reporting for COVID-19 FAQ
House Committee Passes Mental Health Counselor Medicare Legislation September 9, 2020 Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee approved HR 945 in an historic vote supporting Medicare coverage for the counseling profession. While this legislation has passed both the House and Senate twice over the years, never before has the bill been voted on as a standalone measure rather than part of a broader package. AMHCA Legislative Affairs consultant, David Bergman, posted an advocacy update in the AMHCA community today. Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr’s (D-NJ) opening remarks described HR 945 as “bipartisan legislation that would improve access to mental health providers in the Medicare program by covering mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist services.” The sponsors of HR 945, Congressmen Mike Thompson (D-CA) and John Katko (R-NY), fought hard for inclusion of the legislation in the markup. They worked closely with committee staff and Members to build support for passage. Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairwoman Anna Eshoo (D-CA) also pushed for the bill, speaking on its behalf at the markup calling it a “blessing” and stating that “passage is a priority to me.” The Committee reported the bill to the full House by voice vote. The future of HR 945 in this Congress is difficult to forecast. There are limited legislative workdays before Members leave for campaigning in October, although there is expected to be a post-election lame duck session that may provide additional opportunity. Further, a Senate calendar packed with COVID relief legislation and annual appropriations is offering little room for movement of our Senate companion bill, S. 286. While the President’s signature cannot be guaranteed in the 116th Congress, this historic vote shouldn’t be underestimated. There remain paths for passage this year, and even if success is elusive, the Committee approval strengthens the chance for approval in the next Congress when mental health legislation is anticipated. AMHCA thanks all members and leaders who contacted your Representatives in support of HR 945. We wouldn’t have been successful without your efforts and urge you to keep up the good work when we make our next push. We also encourage you to contact your Representatives, particularly our champions, to thank them for their support. You can use the following link to find your Representative with email and phone numbers: Find my Representative
House Committee Passes Mental Health Counselor Medicare Legislation
September 9, 2020
Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee approved HR 945 in an historic vote supporting Medicare coverage for the counseling profession. While this legislation has passed both the House and Senate twice over the years, never before has the bill been voted on as a standalone measure rather than part of a broader package.
AMHCA Legislative Affairs consultant, David Bergman, posted an advocacy update in the AMHCA community today.
Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr’s (D-NJ) opening remarks described HR 945 as “bipartisan legislation that would improve access to mental health providers in the Medicare program by covering mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist services.”
The sponsors of HR 945, Congressmen Mike Thompson (D-CA) and John Katko (R-NY), fought hard for inclusion of the legislation in the markup. They worked closely with committee staff and Members to build support for passage. Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairwoman Anna Eshoo (D-CA) also pushed for the bill, speaking on its behalf at the markup calling it a “blessing” and stating that “passage is a priority to me.” The Committee reported the bill to the full House by voice vote.
The future of HR 945 in this Congress is difficult to forecast. There are limited legislative workdays before Members leave for campaigning in October, although there is expected to be a post-election lame duck session that may provide additional opportunity. Further, a Senate calendar packed with COVID relief legislation and annual appropriations is offering little room for movement of our Senate companion bill, S. 286.
While the President’s signature cannot be guaranteed in the 116th Congress, this historic vote shouldn’t be underestimated. There remain paths for passage this year, and even if success is elusive, the Committee approval strengthens the chance for approval in the next Congress when mental health legislation is anticipated.
AMHCA thanks all members and leaders who contacted your Representatives in support of HR 945. We wouldn’t have been successful without your efforts and urge you to keep up the good work when we make our next push. We also encourage you to contact your Representatives, particularly our champions, to thank them for their support.
You can use the following link to find your Representative with email and phone numbers:
Find my Representative
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