Greetings, 

My name is Heather Smith. I am in strong support of adding the QABA to Virginia's approved providers. In doing so would allow individuals the option to pursue licensure with the state of Virginia who are certified with the QABA and increase access to care for those in need of our behavioral services.  We know the access to care is facing limitation challenges, and opening up the opportunity for additional Board Certified providers to license would greatly benefit those in need of essential medical services in behavioral health.