Panhandle Behavioral Health Alliance (PBHA) aims to address the shortage of licensed mental and behavioral health professionals by providing financial support during the licensure process, particularly in underserved areas and underrepresented communities. This stipend is not intended to reimburse the full costs but to supplement the costs associated with the attainment of licensure for those intending to practice in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Stipends and stipend amounts will be awarded based on fund availability and PBHA priorities.

Please note that this policy is subject to periodic review or change and stipends will be awarded based on fund availability.
  • 2025 Calendar Year: Cost reimbursement stipend requests application deadline is July 10, 2025.
  • Eligibility: Recent graduates in mental health and behavioral health fields with a current active license and pursuing full clinical licensure in Texas.
  • Stipend amount: amount may vary subject to PBHA priorities and funding availability.
  • Covered expenses:
    • Supervision costs that occurred after the date of PBHA application submission.
    • Scheduled Licensing exam fees
  • Priority given to providers that represent a minority or other underserved community.
Reimbursement process: If your cost reimbursement stipend request is approved, disbursements will be made on a quarterly basis upon submission of receipts and documentation of expenses. A w-9 and supervisor’s approval (an email from Supervisor noting the completion of supervision hours). Upon submission of receipts, the disbursement will be processed within 30 days of approval.

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