Nevada Psychological
Association

Advocating for psychologists and evidenced-based psychological science in the Silver State since 1988.

2026 Candidate Endorsements

NPA Endorses 19 Champions for Mental Health in 2026 Nevada Election

October 9, 2026

The Nevada Psychological Association (NPA) is proud to announce its official endorsements for 19 candidates running for the Nevada State Senate and Assembly in the 2026 General Election.

These endorsements are informed by our comprehensive 2026 Candidate Scorecard, which surveyed candidates on critical mental health care issues affecting psychologists and constituents across Nevada.

Key Evaluation Priorities

Enforcement and expansion of mental health parity laws.
Expanding care access for underserved and rural communities.
Promoting early intervention and youth mental health infrastructure.
Strengthening crisis systems (988, mobile teams, and crisis beds).
Addressing social determinants of health in policy making.

State Senate Endorsements

Lynne Ballatore - Senate District 17
Julie Pazina - Senate District 12
Melanie Scheible - Senate District 9
Chrystal L. Roll - Senate District 16

State Assembly Endorsements

Kamilah Bywaters - Assembly District 2
Lisa Cole - Assembly District 4
Brittney M. Miller - Assembly District 5
Joseph D. Charafi - Assembly District 8
Duy Nguyen - Assembly District 8
Ryan Hampton - Assembly District 9
Venise L. Karris - Assembly District 10
Erica Victoria Mosca - Assembly District 14
Cecelia Gonzalez - Assembly District 16
David Orentlicher - Assembly District 20
Alex Pereszlenyi - Assembly District 29
Neal Schwartz - Assembly District 31
Jon Penn Junejo - Assembly District 36
Erich A. Obermayr - Assembly District 39
Vinny Spotleson - Assembly District 41

About the Nevada Psychological Association (NPA)

The Nevada Psychological Association (NPA) is a nonpartisan organization representing psychological professionals across the state. The NPA's mission is to advance the profession of psychology and advocate for strong, evidence-based mental health policies in Nevada. For more information, visit www.nvpsychology.org.