APA Conference day one highlights included our speed mentoring event, Dr. Ann Steffen’s presentation, Age-Affirming Psychotherapy with Older Adults: Doing What Works, and Dr. Linda McGhee and Dr. A. Jordan Wright’s session, AI and Assessment Instruction: Competency, Contradiction, and Bias. #APA2026

Congrats to Dr. Rita M. Rivera, recieving the Samuel M. Turner Early Career Award for Distinguished Contributions to Diversity in Clinical Psychology! She advances culturally responsive mental health care for multilingual, immigrant, and underserved communities at Yale Health. ritamrivera.com

What a great way to kick off the APA Confernce! SCP Leadership enjoyed dinner after presentations from our section of the Clinical Psychology of Women. These included Dr. Rita Mercer, Dr. Mary Himmelstein, and Dr. Gwyne White. We can’t wait for the rest of the week! #APA2026 #Psychology

Congrats to Lisa Nakamura receiving the Distinguished Student Leadership Award in Clinical Psychology! Lisa studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston. She’s a leader in student advocacy, diversity initiatives, mentorship, and an inclusive training environment. Website: roemerlab-umb.com

Congrats to Dr. Anthony C. Ruocco, receiving the American Psychological Foundation Theodore Millon Grant! Dr. Ruocco is Director of Clinical Training at the University of Toronto Scarborough researching the neurobiology of personality disorders. Website: clinicalneurosciences.ca

Congrats to Dr. Cassandra Boness reviving the David Shakow Early Career Award for Contributions to Clinical Psychology! Dr. Boness is an Assistant Professor at the University of New Mexico where she is working to expand access to evidence-based substance use treatment.
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Congrats to Morgan Robison receiving the Distinguished Student Research in Clinical Psychology Award! She attends Florida State University with an internship at Brown University. Her research examines self-perception and -dehumanization contributing to suicide risk. morganrobison.wixsite.com/artist

Congrats to Dr. Shirley Wang, recipient of the David Shakow Early Career Award for Contributions to Clinical Psychology! As Assistant Professor at Yale University, she researches computational and longitudinal methods to understand complex psychopathology. ccslab.yale.edu
@shirleybwang.bsky.social

Congratulations to Dr. Thomas Joiner recognized for the Florence Halpern Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions to Clinical Psychology. His groundbreaking research on suicide prevention has shaped the understanding, treatment, and prevention of suicidal behavior worldwide.

Our next recipient is Dr. Cornelius (Niel) Victor winner of the Theodore Blau Early Career Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions to Clinical Psychology! He helped develop Africa’s first practice guidelines for psychologists and evidence-based training programs for diverse communities.

We are excited to congratulate Dr. Alfonso Mercado, recipient of the Stanley Sue Award for Distinguished Contributions to Diversity in Clinical Psychology! His work as a Professor and Associate Director of Clinical Training at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley advances Latino mental health.

We are looking forward to the APA Convention, August 6-8, in Washington, D.C., and virtually. The Society of Clinical Psychology's Presidential Address will be delivered on August 7 by Dr. Lynn Collins, PhD, on "Transnationalizing Clinical Psychology."

Check out this short video from one of our Advocacy Committee Chairs, Dr. Jenna Strawhun, discussing the importance of everyday advocacy and sharing resources for psychologists, trainees, and students looking to get involved. Here’s the link: urldefense.com/v3/__https:/...

Happy Member Monday! Introducing our SCP 2026 Program Co-Chair Dr. Lauren Ehrlich! You can read about her interview in the most recent edition of our newsletter –The Clinical Psychologist. Here’s the link to her interview: societyofclinicalpsychology.org/blog/member-...

Join ABCT with Dr. Farooq Naeem for a live webinar exploring how CBT can be culturally adapted to better support clients from diverse backgrounds.
Register here: elearning.abct.org/products/liv...

Join the Society for Health Psychology, the Early Career Professionals Council and Women’s Health Interest Group, for a live continuing education webinar exploring infertility, trauma, and perinatal mental health.
Register here: societyofclinicalpsychology.org/register/liv...

Join Dr. Jessica Peters on Thursday, May 28th for a live webinar discussing how menstrual cycle-related hormonal changes can impact mood, behavior, and existing mental health conditions, including PMDD and PME. Register here: elearning.abct.org/products/liv...

Digital tools are reshaping psychotherapy. What competencies do psychotherapists need to deliver it? Our systematic review identifies these to help clinicians integrate digital tools with face-to-face therapy. urldefense.com/v3/__https:/... #blendedcare #psychotherapisttraining #digitalmentalhealth

Join the SCP Diversity Committee on May 14th from 12:00–1:00 PM ET via Zoom for a training with Monnica T. Williams on addressing racial trauma through CBT. We hope to see you there! Register at: societyofclinicalpsychology.org/resources/up...

Join one of our sections, the Society for a Science of Clinical Psychology (SSCP), for an upcoming Zoom event on Wednesday, April 15th at 12 PM EST. Dr. Richard M. McFall will present followed by a live Q&A with SSCP President Dr. Rosanna Breaux. We hope to see you there!

Join us Thursday, April 2nd, 12–1 PM ET for a live webinar on Integrated Primary Care with Dr. Barbara Cubic and Dr. Ruben Tinajero. Learn about implementing IPC and discover resources to enhance patient care. Reserve your spot and learn more here: societyofclinicalpsychology.org/resources/we...

Hard to believe we’re approaching APA 2026! Join psychologists as we connect, share, and shape the future of the field. The convention is August 6-8th in Washington, DC (with a virtual attendance option). Don’t miss registration, which opens April 22! Find more details here: convention.apa.org

Turning research into real therapy tools! The Advances in Psychotherapy: Evidence-Based Practice series by the Society of Clinical Psychology (with APA Division 12) breaks down treatments into guides. SCP Members can get the series discounted! societyofclinicalpsychology.org/resources/bo...

The Society of Clinical Psychology Mentorship Program connects students and psychologists at every career stage to support growth, guidance, and professional connection in clinical psychology. Learn more: societyofclinicalpsychology.org/get-involved...

Tomorrow’s the day! The SCP Conference kicks off in Atlanta with workshops, keynotes, panels, and plenty of ways to connect. Between learning, social events, networking, and a volunteer opportunity supporting the local community, it’s going to be an amazing few days for clinical psychology!

We are excited to help sponsor the 2026 National Mulricultural Conference & Summit in Seattle! Dr. Joaquín Borrego, SCP Diversity Officer, is in attendance. Take a look at a highlight of this morning’s keynote panel with the NMCS founders.

Calling all Early Career Psychologists! Heading to SCP 2026? Make the most of your experience by arriving a day early for “Insight-Oriented Leadership” with Drs. Donna LaPaglia and Damion Grasso💡FREE workshop 🤝 Learn from amazing mentors 📈 Grow your leadership skills! Register today buff.ly/IO8hHiY

SCP 2026! Hotel Room Block Closing Soon!! Make sure you book your Room at Emory and get your Registration Booked! See you in Atlanta 😍

SCP 2026 Registration Open! Check out the Full Schedule Online now... Socials, CE, Food and More! We hope to see you there.

😀 Registration is open for the 2026 Society of Clinical Psychology Conference, “Emerging Trends in Clinical Psychology: Practice, Science, & Education” 😀 More info here: societyofclinicalpsychology.org/scp-events/scp-conference/