31. Diabetes, Disability, and Mental Health - Allyson S. Hughes, PhD

31. Diabetes, Disability, and Mental Health - Allyson S. Hughes, PhD

Dr. Allyson Hughes shares her expertise and personal experience living with Type 1 diabetes to explore diabetes distress, mental health complications, and the critical need for accessible diabetes care for individuals with visual impairments. Discover practical strategies for supporting patients navigating the complex intersection of diabetes and disability. Course Materials and CE certificate referenced in this video are available at: https://learn.findempathy.com/products/courses/diabetes-disability-mentalhealth [https://learn.findempathy.com/products/courses/diabetes-disability-mentalhealth]  https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/PSYPACT_top_questions_answered More CE Courses: https://learn.findempathy.com/ [https://learn.findempathy.com/]  About Us: Find Empathy creates educational content for mental health professionals, with a focus on technology-enabled practice, PSYPACT-related issues, rehabilitation psychology, and chronic illness. All course content is available to watch or listen for free via YouTube and the Find Empathy Podcast. CE credit is optional for those who need it.  Helpful Links: DIABETES TECHNOLOGY • Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitor: Continuous glucose monitoring system that displays real-time blood sugar readings every 5 minutes on smartphone or receiver https://www.dexcom.com [https://www.dexcom.com]  PATIENT RESOURCES • Juicebox Podcast: Top diabetes podcast featuring expert clinicians and practical diabetes management advice, hosted by parent of child with Type 1 https://www.juiceboxpodcast.com/ [https://www.juiceboxpodcast.com/]  • Accessible Pharmacy: Pharmacy service offering Braille labels, accessible packaging, and app-based prescription reading for blind customers https://accessiblepharmacy.com/ [https://accessiblepharmacy.com/]  APPS/TECHNOLOGY • Be My Eyes App: Free mobile app connecting blind and low vision users with sighted volunteers for visual assistance tasks https://www.bemyeyes.com/ [https://www.bemyeyes.com/]  • Aira Visual Assistance Service: Paid professional visual assistance service for blind and low vision individuals (subscription-based) https://aira.io/ [https://aira.io/]  • VoiceOver (Apple): Built-in screen reader for Apple devices, essential accessibility tool for blind diabetes patients https://www.apple.com/accessibility/voiceover/ [https://www.apple.com/accessibility/voiceover/]  ORGANIZATIONS • National Federation of the Blind - Diabetes Action Network: Support network within NFB specifically for blind individuals with diabetes, offering education and peer support https://nfb.org/about-us/divisions-committees-and-groups/divisions/diabetes-action-network [https://nfb.org/about-us/divisions-committees-and-groups/divisions/diabetes-action-network]  • American Council of the Blind - Diabetes Resources: ACB resources and listservs for blind individuals managing diabetes, including device accessibility reviews https://www.acb.org/acb-diabetics-action [https://www.acb.org/acb-diabetics-action]  • Ohio University Diabetes Institute: Research institute focused on diabetes care in underserved rural Appalachian communities https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/di [https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/di]  • Prevent Blindness: National advocacy organization for vision health and blindness prevention, including diabetes-related eye disease https://preventblindness.org/ [https://preventblindness.org/]  PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES • American Diabetes Association - Mental Health Provider Directory: Directory of diabetes-specialized therapists and mental health professionals https://diabetes.org/tools-resources/mental-health-directory [https://diabetes.org/tools-resources/mental-health-directory]  • Disability Visibility by Alice Wong: Book featuring essays on disability advocacy and lived experience, recommended for provider education https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/617802/disability-visibility-by-alice-wong/ [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/617802/disability-visibility-by-alice-wong/]  • Demystifying Disability by Emily Ladau: Accessible guide on disability etiquette, communication, and understanding disability experience https://emilyladau.com/book/ [https://emilyladau.com/book/]  • Being Heumann by Judith Heumann: Memoir by disability rights advocate instrumental in ADA and 504 plan protections https://www.beacon.org/Being-Heumann-P1553.aspx [https://www.beacon.org/Being-Heumann-P1553.aspx]  ASSESSMENT TOOLS • Diabetes Distress Scale: Validated clinical measure for assessing diabetes-specific emotional distress (Fisher et al.) https://diabetesdistress.org/dd-assess-score-3/ [https://diabetesdistress.org/dd-assess-score-3/]  VIDEOS/MEDIA • Molly Burke YouTube Channel: Blindness advocate's channel discussing lived experience, accessibility, and daily life https://www.youtube.com/@MollyBurkeOfficial [https://www.youtube.com/@MollyBurkeOfficial]

30. PSYPACT Your Top Questions Answered

This video provides a detailed walkthrough of the most common questions psychologists have about PSYPACT. The content comes from real provider questions I’ve gathered over the past year and is designed to help you understand how PSYPACT functions in day-to-day clinical practice.  This video covers: * Clear definitions of E.Passport, APIT, and TAP * How PSYPACT jurisdiction works (home state, receiving state, distant state) * What laws apply when you and your patient are in different states * How to apply for or renew your E.Passport and APIT * CE requirements related to technology and telepsychology * Documentation expectations, including location, consent, and emergency planning * Temporary in-person practice rules and TAP day limits * Considerations when you travel or when patients travel * Common logistical questions psychologists run into during application or renewal You’ll also find guidance on where to locate up-to-date PSYPACT rules, how to connect with PSYPACT staff, and how to use directories to help clients find authorized providers. You can also get CE's for watching this webinar. Course Materials, full slide deck, links, resources, and CE certificate referenced in this video are available at: https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/PSYPACT_top_questions_answered [https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/PSYPACT_top_questions_answered] More PSYPACT Courses: https://learn.findempathy.com/collections/psypact [https://learn.findempathy.com/collections/psypact]  About Find Empathy Find Empathy creates educational content for mental health professionals, with a focus on technology-enabled practice, PSYPACT-related issues, rehabilitation psychology, and chronic illness. All course content is available to watch or listen for free via YouTube and the Find Empathy Podcast. CE credit is optional for those who need it.  Helpful Links: * PSYPACT official website: https://psypact.org [https://psypact.org] * ASPPB PSYPRO applications: https://psypro.org [https://psypro.org] * PSYPACT Spotlight Directory: https://directory.psypact.org [https://directory.psypact.org] * Verify PSYPACT authorizations: https://verifypsypact.org [https://verifypsypact.org] * EBG Telemental Health Law Tracker: https://ebglaw.com/telehealth [https://ebglaw.com/telehealth]

18. UPDATED - PSYPACT - Inpatient Telepsychology

CONTINUING EDUCATION  If you are a psychologist or social worker and want CE credits for listening this episode, click on this link. [https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/inpatient-telepsychology]  To find out more about all our CE courses click here. [https://learn.findempathy.com]   PODCAST SUMMARY This episode explores how the pandemic forced an urgent shift from in-person family involvement to telehealth in ICU and rehab settings, and how those lessons continue to shape care today. Dr. Megan Hosey and Dr. Mayra Sanchez Gonzalez reflect on the barriers, breakthroughs, and lasting innovations, and share their vision for how technology can expand equitable, family-centered care in the future.   Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Identify 2 ways telepsychology can be used on inpatient or medical ICU units. 2. Name at least 2 reasons to be cautious about relying on only telepsychology on inpatient units.  3. Describe the safety, ethical, legal, and logistical considerations that should be examined and identified and problem-solved prior to initiating telepsychology as an inpatient psychologist.   Our Experts:  * Megan Hosey Mastalerz, PhD - Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine * Mayra Lizeth Sanchez Gonzalez, PhD - Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine   COST * Listening, reading, or watching the course content is free.  * Pay only if you need the continuing education credits.  * This course costs $20 and provides 1 CE credit

17. Updated - PSYPACT - Outpatient Telepsychology

CONTINUING EDUCATION  If you are a psychologist or social worker and want CE credits for listening this episode, click on this link:  https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/outpatient [https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/outpatient]   To find out more about all our CE courses visit: https://learn.findempathy.com. [https://learn.findempathy.com]   Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Describe relevant patient privacy protections and compliance requirements when using technology to deliver telepsychology services with neurologic, medical, or disability populations. 2. Identify at least 2 ways to ensure confidentiality and privacy during outpatient individual or group telepsychology visits.  3. Describe at least 3 strengths or ways telepsychology has reduced barriers for neurologic, medical, or disability populations, AND 3 barriers that should be examined by the practicing psychologist prior to initiating use of technology. 4. Describe technical, ethical, legal, and diagnosis specific clinical considerations that should be examined and identified prior to initiating outpatient telepsychology or teleneuropsychological assessment.   PODCAST SUMMARY As of July 2022, 34 States have enacted PsyPact legislation with 31 fully effective participating states.  After COVID-19, the participation of states and professionals in PsyPact grew considerably and continues to expand across the country.     The ability to use telepsychology to practice across state lines and expand practice has brought many benefits for patients and providers. However, there are distinct and vital competencies, ethics, and standards that must be addressed, implemented, and maintained. This is particularly true for telepsychology practices (including virtual neuropsychological assessments) with neurologic, medical, and disability populations. Although this technology can break down transportation and geographic barriers, some individuals may require additional assistance to properly utilize telepsychology services. The PsyPact Bundle is a continuing education podcast course series in which we look at the various advantages and requirements of telepsychology for neurologic, medical, and disability patient groups. This course will cover: * Available research and literature on telepsychology's application for neurologic, medical, and disability patient groups * Telepsychology's use in outpatient care  * Use of technology to increase mental health access for inpatient rehabilitation units and the medical ICU.  * How family and care partner participation may be boosted with telepsychology Topics covered in this series will meet the criteria needed to satisfy PsyPact requirements, and APA/ASPPB/APAIT telepsychology guidelines. Specifically, established research, clinical cases, and lessons learned will be presented to cover the following topics: * Ensure Competence of the Psychologist to utilize and practice telepsychology and/or tele-neuropsychology * Standards of Care in the Delivery of Telepsychology Services in Rehabilitation and Neurologic Populations * Informed Consent of Patient, especially when considering patients with cognitive impairment or dysfunction * Ensuring Confidentiality of Data and Information * Security and Transmission of Data and Information * Disposal of Data and Information and Technologies especially for psychologists working in a home office setting * Testing and Assessment when Providing Teleneuropsychology Services * Interjurisdictional Practice   Our Experts:  * Nicole Schechter, PsyD - Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine * Abbey Hughes, PhD - Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine   COST * Listening, reading, or watching the course content is free.  * Pay only if you need the continuing education credits.  * This course costs $20 and provides 1 CE credit   CE APPROVALS PSYCHOLOGISTS Empathie, LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Empathie, LLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.   SOCIAL WORKERS Find Empathy, #1817, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers.  State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Find Empathy maintains responsibility for this course.  ACE provider approval period: 06/14/2022 – 06/14/2023.   Social workers completing this course receive 1 continuing education credits.     RESOURCES * Duty to Warn Based on State [https://www.ncsl.org/research/health/mental-health-professionals-duty-to-warn.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3QHVtqrhQkiTA1b3jj3CfT7A1cg933rtUVtOfqeKKXhzLHsKfLC8Kl7wA] * APA Telehealth Guidance by State [https://www.apaservices.org/practice/clinic/covid-19-telehealth-state-summary] * Dr. Thorne Chronic Pain Treatment Manual - Cognitive Therapy for Chronic Pain, Second Edition: A Step-by-Step Guide* [https://amzn.to/3uWeGFw] Affiliate links are marked with asterisk (*).

20. UPDATED - PSYPACT - Research, History, Interjurisdictional Practice, & Billing Considerations

CONTINUING EDUCATION  If you are a psychologist or social worker and want CE credits for listening this episode, click on this link. [https://learn.findempathy.com/courses/PSYPACT-billing]  To find out more about all our CE courses click here. [https://learn.findempathy.com]   PODCAST SUMMARY As of August 2025, 43 States have enacted PSYPACT legislation.  After COVID-19, the participation of states and professionals in PSYPACT grew considerably and continues to expand across the country.     The ability to use telepsychology to practice across state lines and expand practice has brought many benefits for patients and providers. However, there are distinct and vital competencies, ethics, and standards that must be addressed, implemented, and maintained. This is particularly true for telepsychology practices (including virtual neuropsychological assessments) with neurologic, medical, and disability populations. Although this technology can break down transportation and geographic barriers, some individuals may require additional assistance to properly utilize telepsychology services.   Is telehealth really as effective as in-person care? Dr. Meghan Beier talks with Dr. Mary Wells and Dr. Anna Agranovich about what the research shows, the challenges clinicians face, and how shifting insurance rules impact telepsychology. From practical tips to policy updates, this episode unpacks what every therapist needs to know as telehealth becomes a lasting part of mental health care.    Our Experts:  * Mary Wells, PhD - Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Virginia Commonwealth University Health System * Anna Agranovich, PhD - Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine   COST * Listening, reading, or watching the course content is free.  * Pay only if you need the continuing education credits.  * This course costs $20 and provides 1 CE credit    RESOURCES * Chen JA, Chung WJ, Young SK, Tuttle MC, Collins MB, Darghouth SL, Longley R, Levy R, Razafsha M, Kerner JC, Wozniak J, Huffman JC. COVID-19 and telepsychiatry: Early outpatient experiences and implications for the future. Gen Hosp Psychiatry. 2020 Sep-Oct;66:89-95. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32750604/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32750604/] * Pierce BS, Perrin PB, Tyler CM, McKee GB, Watson JD. The COVID-19 telepsychology revolution: A national study of pandemic-based changes in U.S. mental health care delivery. Am Psychol. 2021 Jan;76(1):14-25. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32816503/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32816503/] * American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) Ethics for Telemedicine and Distance Education. https://www.asch.net/aws/ASCH/asset_manager/get_file/614091?ver=1 [https://www.asch.net/aws/ASCH/asset_manager/get_file/614091?ver=1] Practice Guides: * APA Guidelines for the Practice of Telepsychology - https://www.apa.org/about/policy/telepsychology-revisions [https://www.apa.org/about/policy/telepsychology-revisions] * Place of Service Codes for Professional Claims  - https://www.apaservices.org/practice/medicare/medicare-payment/pos-codes [https://www.apaservices.org/practice/medicare/medicare-payment/pos-codes] * 2024 Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing   Billing and Coding Guide - https://www.apaservices.org/practice/reimbursement/health-codes/testing/billing-coding.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com [https://www.apaservices.org/practice/reimbursement/health-codes/testing/billing-coding.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com]