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3 CE Credits

• Members - $90
• Non-members - $140
• Students - $40

Workshop Description:

The workshop will begin with an overview of telepsychology, including its historical development, empirical support, and the ethical and legal issues that have emerged as telehealth services have expanded. Participants will explore the theoretical and research-based foundations of telepsychology, including studies on the efficacy of telehealth interventions, patient outcomes, and ethical considerations related to virtual service delivery.

A core focus of the workshop will be the APA’s Guidelines for the Practice of Telepsychology, with a detailed comparison of the 2013 and 2024 versions. The session will highlight key revisions in the updated guidelines and discuss their implications for clinical practice, professional ethics, and risk management.

Workshop Objectives:

1. List three key differences between the 2013 and 2024 APA Guidelines for the Practice of Telepsychology and explain their significance.
2. Describe three major ethical, legal, and risk management considerations in telepsychology and how the revised guidelines address these issues.
3. Design strategies for integrating the revised guidelines into telepsychology practice, with a focus on mitigating risks related to licensure, confidentiality, informed consent, and technology use.

About the Presenters:

Dr. Sara Smucker Barnwell is a licensed clinical psychologist, providing consultation and clinical care in telepsychology. She is a nationally recognized expert, speaker, and author in behavioral telehealth. She was the Chair of the 2024 APA Telepsychology Guidelines revision and contributes to various policy organizations dedicated to ethical telehealth. As a consultant, Dr. Smucker Barnwell works with organizations and individuals to address intersectional themes of behavioral health, regulation, and well-being. As an independent practitioner, she provides evidence-based telepsychological care. Sara received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Southern California, and holds degrees from Harvard University and Wellesley College. She is a Trustee and Executive Committee Member on the Trust Board of Trustees. She is the current President and Chair of TrustPARMA.