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IARP Texas serves rehabilitation professionals throughout the state of Texas through education, professional development and networking opportunities.

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  • Fall Webinar Nov 7, 2025

    Please register for our Fall Webinar. We have some great guests! Schedule is below.

    9:00 AM to 10:00 AM                    Beyond Compliance: Strategic ADA Accommodation Solutions                                                       Beth De Lima, MBA, SPHR-CA, SHRM-SCP, iMBA                                                           President and Principal of HRM Consulting Inc., and Leave Management Solutions

     10:15 AM to 11:15 AM                 Protecting Your Practice: Embracing Legal Guidance    M. Todd Allen, J.D.                                  Attorney-Mediator, Todd Allen Law PLLC and Allen Mediations Of Counsel, Kershaw Anderson King PLLC

     11:30 AM to 12:30 PM  Ethics in the Real World for Rehabilitation Counselor                 Wendy Killiam, Ph.D., NCC, CRC, LPC-S                                                              Professor, Stephen F. Austin State University

     

    Join us on Friday, November 7th for a half-day virtual webinar series. We are excited to bring you 3 engaging webinars, all designed to provide you with practical insight into your daily professional practice. We have expert presenters who will highlight the importance of ADA accommodation, professional liability protection, and real-world ethics.

     

    Cost:    $30 IARP members

                 $45 non-members

                 Free for all students

     

    3 CEUs pending approval - CRC, ABVE, CCM, CDMS

  • Call for Nominations – IARP Texas Chapter Board Elections 2025–2026

    Dear IARP Texas Members,

    We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for several key leadership positions on our Board of Directors for the 2025–2026 term.

    The following positions are up for election due to the expiration of terms or vacancies:

    1. First Vice President (President-Elect) – 3-year commitment
    2. Secretary – 2-year term
    3. Board Member, Dallas/Fort Worth & North Central Texas – 2-year term
    4. Board Member, Houston/Galveston & Southeast Texas – 2-year term
    5. Board Member, Austin/Central Texas – 2-year term
    6. Board Member, At Large – 2-year term

    We encourage all Professional Members in good standing with current dues to consider nominating themselves or a qualified peer. 

    Serving on the board is a rewarding way to contribute to the growth and strength of our professional community.

    How to Submit a Nomination:
    Complete the official Nomination Form (attached here or available upon request).
    Email the completed form to Carolina Salazar, Past President, at: cvsalazar@modernassessment.com

    Deadline for submission is Friday, June 20th, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.

    Nomination Guidelines:
    Only Professional Members may be nominated for Officer or Board positions.
    Those nominated must confirm their willingness to serve if elected.
    A brief paragraph is required for each nomination explaining your reasons and relevant qualifications.
    Most nominations in the past have been self-nominations, so please don’t hesitate if you are interested!

    For questions or additional information, contact Carolina Salazar at cvsalazar@modernassessment.com or call 713-536-9690.

    Let’s continue to build a vibrant and engaged chapter—your participation matters!

    Warm regards,
    Joanna Vasquez
    President, IARP Texas Chapter

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Chapter Leadership

President: Joanna Vasquez (Houston)

President-Elect: Payam Paul Bahador (Fort Worth)

Past-President: Carolina V. Salazar (Houston)

Treasurer: Jennifer Pavlik (Houston)

Secretary: John Camacho (Dallas)

Board Member - Central Texas/Austin: Andrea Bradford (Austin)

Board Member - East Texas: Anna Katie Heater

Board Member - North Texas: Robert Cogburn (Plano)

Board Member - Gulf Coast/Houston: Wallace Stanfill

Board Member - South Texas/San Antonio: Jacqueline Mendez

Member at Large: Calvin Turner (Austin)

Student Representative: Lindsey Pope​​

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