Mental Health Conference: Exploring Dimensions of Wellness

July 16 & 17 at the Prescott Resort

Keynote Speakers

Population Mental Health: Trends, Assets, and Policies for Prevention

Dr. Catherine K. Ettman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the John Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. She received her PhD in Health Services Research at Brown University and studied Public Policy at Princeton University. Her work explores population mental health, assets that shape mental health, and policies across sectors that can reduce health disparities.

This Work Ain't Always Easy: An Overview of the Six Mental Health Conditions that Increase Problematic Behavior

Ryan Dowd spent most of his career as Executive Director of the second largest unhoused shelter in Illnois and teaching graduate level social work classes. Now he trains organizations around the world, including McDonald’s, NYPD, American Banker’s Association and others, on unhoused, mental illness, substance use and trauma.

Showing Up As You: Authenticity as a Tool for Health And Wellness

Dr. Dwinita Mosby-Tyler is the Chief Catalyst and Founder of The Equity Project, LLC — a consulting firm supporting organizations and communities in building diversity, equity and inclusion strategies. She holds a doctorate in the field of Organizational Leadership from the University of Colorado, a Master of Arts degree in Management from Webster University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Alabama.

Crisis Care

Dr. Margie Balfour is a psychiatrist and leader in crisis care, quality improvement and law enforcement responses to behavioral health emergencies. She is the Chief of Quality & Clinical Innovation, at Connections Health Solutions, and is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona.

Grief

Dr. Joanne Cacciatore is a Professor at ASU and directs the graduate certificate in trauma and bereavement there. She is in the top 2% of scholars of her field in the world, and is an AASWSW Fellow, also winning numerous other volunteer, research, and practice awards. Her best-selling book, Bearing the Unbearable, has been translated into 7 languages.

More information on Keynote Speakers, breakout sessions, and agenda to come.

Keynote Speakers

Dr. Susan Biali Haas is an award-winning medical doctor, internationally recognized for her expertise in mental health, stress management, burnout prevention, and resilience.

She has provided education on these topics to a wide range of organizations including the United States Navy, Google, McKinsey & Company, Deloitte, AT&T, and MIT.

In addition to her twenty years of clinical experience in general practice, she also coaches a broad range of clients — from senior executives to physicians and other health professionals — to take control of their mental and physical well-being. Dr. Susan’s popular Psychology Today blog has over 11 million views, and she has been featured in media such as The Today Show, Forbes, BBC World Service, Fast Company, Oprah.com, and others. Her latest book is The Resilient Life: Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout, and Strengthen Your Mental and Physical Health.

Amanda E. Sokan holds a PhD in Gerontology, and Masters in Healthcare Administration from the University of Kentucky, as well as a law degree (LL.B) from the University of Buckingham, England.  Her professional experience includes faculty positions in Gerontology and Health Administration, consultancy work on aging issues, and program evaluation.  Her interests straddle the nexus of gerontology and healthcare, and include: elder rights and justice, elder abuse/mistreatment, cultural competence, LGBT aging, long-term care, aging and healthcare navigation, health promotion and well-being, provider relationships, and workforce planning and development.

Dr. Sokan has a broad range of experience in conducting/facilitating workshops for professionals and laypeople on aging related issues. She has multi-year experience in quality assurance/evaluation – working on a HUD Multi-Family Service Grant, which provides on-site Social Service Coordinator services for residents of a Senior Housing Development.

Dr. Sokan provides consultancy, advocacy and counseling services to individuals (family members and caregivers of persons with dementia) on supportive caregiving, and is a trained facilitator in dementia caregiving.  She is currently a member of the Arizona team participating in the CDC/ASTHO Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) lab, tasked with developing a state-wide Lab strategy-and-action plan with a focus on dementia, and dementia caregiving in Arizona. Overall, her focus is on the translation of knowledge and research to improve the aging experience.

State of Mental Health Panel

Leaders from various Arizona’s Organizations will discuss strategies, barriers, and resources in addressing mental health concerns.

Moderator:

Carol Lewis, Assistant Director, Yavapai County Community Health Services

Panelists:

Dr. Erin Smith, Executive Director, Sedona Sky Academy

Esther Cynthia – Lead Therapist – Children’s Services, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services

Kathy Bashor – Chair, Arizona Peer & Family Coalition

Virginia Cons – Director of Behavioral Health, Arizona Complete Health

Agenda and Breakout Session Topics

A film about why you should join a club – and why the fate of America depends on it.

There will be a special showing of the Film, Join or Die, at the Conference. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.

Join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?

Following the film, a local panel of community leaders will share and explore ways to engage community members through volunteering, participating in clubs, classes, and more!

FAQ

What does registration include?

Registration includes attendance for the two-day Conference with lunch provided on both days. There will be networking opportunities built into the program.  

Will there be special dietary accommodations?

When purchasing a ticket, attendees can select a main dish for lunch, with vegetarian main dish options for both days. It’s up to the attendee’s discretion to select the main dish that fits their dietary needs.

Is there a special event hotel room rate available?

There are a limited number of hotel rooms at the Prescott Resort for Conference Attendees. Please call 800-967-4637 directly and let them know you are making a reservation for the Mental Health Conference by Community Health Services.

Are CEUs provided?

Session information can be provided upon request for attendees who want to apply to their accrediting organization for CEUs.

Can tickets be refunded?

Tickets can be refunded until July 2nd (two weeks prior to the Conference). Please be aware there is an Eventbrite processing fee.

Sponsored by Arizona Complete Health, Foundation for Community Health Advancement

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