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#KEYNOTE ADDRESS: The Fight for Psychology’s Priorities on Capitol Hill
Presenter: Jeff Cook, Director of Field and State Operations, APA Practice Organization
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: All
APA staff is constantly at the Capitol, representing psychologists in important legislation. Jeff Cook, director of field and state operations for the APA Practice Organization, will highlight how healthcare reform, Medicare reimbursement, mental health parity and health information technology will affect psychologists, clients and the profession. Learn about the latest developments on these important issues.
Participants will learn about:1) the legislative and regulatory processes affecting the development of public policy regarding psychology’s priorities and the role of the psychologist in federal advocacy; and, 2) public policy issues affecting practicing psychologists, including health care reform, Medicare reimbursement, mental health parity and health information technology.
Jeff Cook has served as director of field and state operations for the APA Practice Organization (APAPO) in Washington, D.C. since 2006. Mr. Cook directs APAPO’s grassroots lobbying program, coordinating the Federal Advocacy Network and training and mobilizing practicing psychologists across the country. Prior to joining APAPO, Mr. Cook developed extensive experience as a public affairs consultant on civil rights and education issues. His work has received significant media attention, including CNN, CNBC, C-SPAN, New York Times, New York Daily News, Roll Call and The Hill. In 2005, Mr. Cook explored a race for Congress from New York's Hudson Valley. He earned his law degree from NYU School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Washington and Lee University. With family in University Heights, Mr. Cook is a frequent visitor to Ohio.
WORKSHOP #1: An Introduction to Modern Gestalt Therapy
Presenter: Norman F Shub, BCD, LISW-S, LPCC, IMFT
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
Many graduate students are introduced to the Gestalt approach through the Gloria movies, and they develop an idea of the Gestalt approach based upon the harsh, abrasive 60s style of Fritz Perls found in that movie. Gestalt has long transcended this 50-year-old stereotype, and is now one of the fastest growing therapeutic approaches in the world.
Modern Gestalt work is based upon the development of a highly safe, boundary sensitive, respectful, here-and-now relationship where the therapist works with the individual, couple, family or organization to support foundational, permanent change. Modern Gestalt is a high impact, powerful, life changing way of working with clients. Its methodology embraces the totality of the diagnostic spectrum, and has proven successful in dealing with the spectrum of diagnosis.
Participants will be able to:1) describe how modern Gestalt therapy differs from the historic; 2) begin integrating this process into their ongoing work; and, 3) describe theme development, resistance, boundaries, and other core concepts of modern therapists.
Norman Shub has presented on Gestalt therapy around the world. He presented at many Gestalt Institutes and has been clinical director of the post-graduate training program of the Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio. Known as a clear and articulate “master” teacher, Norman’s pioneering work in the application of Gestalt therapy is taught at the Institute and in many countries. Norman has authored numerous publications including the Working Paper Series, a series devoted to developing the effectiveness of psychotherapists.
WORKSHOP #2: Expanding Your Psychology Practice through Business Consulting
Presenters: Dennis Doverspike, PhD, ABPP, David Hayes, PhD, David Hellkamp, PhD
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: All
Companies of all types and sizes are increasingly developing policies and implementing programs that promote a psychologically healthy workplace and enhance organizational performance. The demand for related services continues to grow, with psychologists well positioned to partner with businesses in the creation, provision and evaluation of tools and programs for the workplace.
This panel discussion will explore how psychologists from varied backgrounds have established successful consulting programs within organizations, providing some of the “nuts and bolts” information needed to succeed in this arena. Attendees will learn both the advantages to building a business-related practice and the obstacles to consider before venturing into the world of work.
Psychologists attending this workshop will be able to: 1) identify at least 10 assessment and consulting services that counseling/clinical psychologists could offer to business professionals; 2) describe at least five sales and marketing strategies psychologists can use to promote their products and services; 3) list the top five psychological/consulting services that companies are requesting in 2010 and at least five ways to stay abreast of changes in demand; 4) list at least three ways to demonstrate value and conduct a cost-benefit analysis to provide evidence of return-on-investment; 5) identify ethical issues that a counseling/clinical psychologist should consider before marketing or providing consulting services to the business community; and, 6) identify the characteristics of a psychologically healthy workplace.
Dennis Doverspike, PhD, ABPP, is a full professor of psychology at the University of Akron, senior fellow of the Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology and director of the Center for Organizational Research. He holds a Diplomate in industrial-organizational psychology and in organizational and business consulting from the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Dr. Doverspike has over 30 years of experience working with consulting firms and with public and private sector organizations, including 15 years as executive vice president of Barrett and Associates. Services provided include individual assessments, statistical analysis, development of large-scale assessment systems, job evaluation and job analysis and expert witness services. He is the author of two books and over 100 refereed journal publications. His current major additional positions include president of the ABPP specialty board in organizational and business consulting. Dr. Doverspike received his PhD from the University of Akron. He has taught courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and directed dissertations, theses and practica. Dr. David Hayes is a clinical psychologist and a consultant at JPMorgan Chase. Dr. Hayes earned his PhD in clinical psychology from Michigan State University, and then did a two-year specialty fellowship at the Menninger Foundation. His work in central Ohio over 20 plus years has included a number of public and private sector roles, including two terms as president of OPA. He is board certified in clinical psychology, and a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. At JPMorgan Chase, Dr. Hayes leads an award winning collaborative effort to reduce domestic violence in the workplace. David Hellkamp, PhD, is a professor of psychology at Xavier University. He is a former president of the OPA and of APA Division 13, Society of Consulting Psychology. Dr. Hallkamp developed and now teaches a course titled, “Interventions: Consulting Psychology for Clinical Psychology” at Xavier’s PsyD program. Dr. Hellkamp has consulted with educational institutions, mental health organizations and non-profit agencies.
WORKSHOP #3: The Epidemic of Obesity: Updates, Psychosocial Sequelae and Behavioral Intervention
Presenters: Julie Merrell, PhD, Kathleen Ashton, PhD, Yelena Chernyak, PhD
CE Credits: 2.0
Learning Level: Basic
Obesity is an epidemic, requiring attention and intervention from a multimodal perspective, including psychology. This presentation will focus on defining obesity and related medical and psychosocial comorbidities, as well as prevalence and subsequent changes over time. There will be a discussion of the psychological aspects of obesity, including various theories regarding obesity. There will be specific focus on intervention and treatment, the role of psychology in medical weight management and a review of the most recent literature and outcomes regarding weight management programs. Workshop participants will have an opportunity to respond to case studies and practice developing behavioral treatment plans.
Participants will: 1) identify criteria for obesity and prevalence of obesity in the population at large; 2) recognize psychological consequences and maintaining factors of obesity; and, 3) recognize the most beneficial behavioral treatment options for obesity.
Julie Merrell PhD, is a clinical psychologist and postdoctoral fellow at the Cleveland Clinic. She completed her training at Loma Linda University and Henry Ford Health Sciences Center.
Presently, she is working in pre-surgical evaluation,
pre- and post-surgical treatment and clinical research in bariatric surgery. Her research interests include treatment outcomes, health behavior change and psychosocial predictors of female sexual functioning. Currently, she is conducting collaborative research on pelvic floor dysfunction, binge eating intervention outcomes, the impact of past suicide attempts on bariatric outcome and treatment outcomes in a bariatric population. Kathleen Ashton, PhD, is the chair of the Ohio Psychological Association’s Committee on Social Responsibility and an active member of the American Psychological Association Public Education Campaign. She is a health psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic Bariatric and Metabolic Institute and Sleep Disorders Center. Dr. Ashton received her PhD from The Ohio State University, and completed her internship in health psychology at the Cleveland VA Medical Center and fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Ashton’s clinical and research interests include binge eating disorder, bariatric surgery evaluation and perioperative treatment, insomnia, weight management, the relationship of stress to physical illness and women's health. She has presented extensively to the public about the effects of stress on health, and to psychologists on the importance of public outreach. Yelena Chernyak PhD, is a clinical psychologist completing her doctoral training at Drexel University and is currently finishing her pre-doctoral internship at the May Institute. She is involved in collaborative research, which focuses on the motivations for dieting among women with eating disorders and obesity, treatment outcomes in resistant populations and treatment development and dissemination for empirical interventions for eating, and weight disorders. Her clinical work involves behavioral weight loss interventions for individuals with binge eating, feeding disorders treatment in pediatric populations and cognitive behavioral psychotherapy for severe mental illness. Dr. Chernyak will be completing her post-doctoral fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
WORKSHOP #4: The State’s Role in Overseeing and Regulating Mental Health Insurance Benefits for Patients
Presenters: Howard Bonem, PhD, Tate Chaney, Ohio Department of Insurance
CE Credits: 2.0
Learning Level: Basic
This interactive workshop will address patient and provider rights and obligations under Ohio commercial insurance law, including psychologists who are not on insurance panels. Our guest speaker will be Mr. Tate Chaney, whose expertise is in the areas of provider complaints, the prompt payment law, and the credentialing and contract law. State parity law will also be discussed.
Participants will: 1) know how to apply Ohio insurance law with respect to mental health services; 2) be able to file a provider complaint with the Dept. of Insurance in an ethical manner; and, 3)
describe out-of-network providers’ responsibilities and obligations.
Dr. Howard Bonem is a clinical psychologist who has trained to work with both children and adults. He earned his master’s and doctoral degrees from Michigan State University and has completed internships in family therapy, child psychotherapy and pediatric psychology. Dr. Bonem is a member of the American Psychological Association and Ohio Psychological Association, and is a past-president of the Cleveland Psychological Association. He has a special interest in child behavior disorders, with expertise in attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a subject on which he has presented extensively. In addition, he serves as clinical director of Psychological and Behavioral Consultants (Beachwood, North Olmsted). Tate Chaney joined the Ohio Department of Insurance (the Department) in April 2002 as the administrator of provider complaints and an analyst in the market regulation division. In 2009, the Department restructured its internal staff and realigned provider complaints to the Office of Consumer Affairs. His responsibilities include assisting medical providers with problems they encounter when dealing with third-party payers. He is also instrumental in the educational efforts involving the prompt payment law and other areas of law closely related to the medical community. In addition, he provides guidance on filing formal provider complaints through the Department and investigates patterns and practices detected. Prior to joining the Department, Mr. Chaney worked in the insurance field for five years as a broker and account manager, marketing and selling insurance products for various companies.
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#WORKSHOP #5: The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC): Current Issues and Future Directions
Presenter: David P. Schwartz, PhD
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
While most injured workers quickly recover and return to work, a significant percentage do not. Psychosocial factors are the best predictors of prolonged disability. The current Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) system deals with them poorly. This workshop will provide an overview of the BWC system, with a special focus on the issues and obstacles in dealing with injured workers who have developed psychological disorders due to injuries. Also to be covered include OPA’s recent efforts to address some of these obstacles, emerging themes in the evolution of the system and new professional opportunities which are emerging for psychologists caring for Ohio’s injured workers.
Participants will be able to describe: 1) the structure and processes of the BWC; 2) psychological issues faced by injured workers; 3) professional and ethical issues in working within the BWC system; and, 4) the proposed OPA-BWC early intervention initiative.
Dr. David Schwartz earned his PhD from Vanderbilt University in 1982, specializing in behavioral medicine, and was an intern and post-doctoral fellow at the University of Virginia Medical Center. He has had medical school appointments at the University of Virginia, Vanderbilt University and the University of Cincinnati. He has published and presented extensively in pain management and behavioral medicine. He has been in private practice since 1995 and is currently with Hamilton Health Associates, a multi-specialty practice focused on industrial injury. Dr. Schwartz is also a consultant to the Freiberg Spine Institute and is an evaluator for the Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation. He chairs the OPA Task Force on Workers Compensation Reform.
Workshop #6: The Business of Practice: Billing and Reimbursement Issues
Presenters: Randy Georgemiller, PhD, Nico Gozal, BA
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Basic
In this workshop, the presenters will review strategies for practicing psychologists to maximize reimbursement while maintaining an optimal patient-provider relationship. In particular, topics include setting practice financial and professional goals; decision making regarding in-network versus out of network provider status; evaluating and choosing billing software; the patient intake process; insurance verification and authorization; Red Flag Rules; Medicare billing and parity issues; reducing claim rejections; responding to and resolving claim denials; patient invoicing; managing delinquent patient accounts; online practice resources; and, in-sourcing versus out-sourcing billing.
Participants will be able to: 1) articulate the various features of billing and reimbursement that parallel the clinical process of service delivery to patients; 2) specify the billing services required for the individual needs of their clinical practice; and, 3) integrate new patient intake procedures that will maximize reimbursement.
Dr. Randy Georgemiller is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been practicing since 1982. In his capacity as president of the Illinois Psychological Association, he collaborated with Medicare B to establish reimbursement standards for psychological and neuropsychological diagnostic services. Subsequently, he has served as a consultant to Medicare B and the insurance industry as a case reviewer. He has consulted to health care organizations and practices regarding billing procedures, has presented before professional groups, and has served in various capacities within the American Psychological Association. He is the co-owner of AccuPsych Billing Services, a mental health billing company that serves clients in 15 states.
Mr. Nico Gozal is the customer service manager for AccuPsych Billings Services and practice manager for Georgemiller, Whyte and Associates, a psychology group practice. He is responsible for the day-to-day operations of both companies and has extensive knowledge in establishing and maintaining systems for private mental health services.
Workshop #7: Integrating Psychologists and the Medical Team: The Mind/Body Connection
Presenters: Laura Nabors, PhD, Sharla Wells-DiGregorio, PhD, Priscilla Kingston, PhD, Julie Merrell, PhD, Craig Travis, PhD
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Basic
The theme of this workshop will be the role of the psychologist on the medical team. Panelists will present on various areas of expertise, including palliative care and end-of life issues, pre-surgical evaluations for bariatric surgery, educating family physicians in understanding behavioral and psychological issues in medicine and health and working with children with chronic medical conditions and supporting the medical team in providing their treatment. There will also be a discussion of barriers to medical treatment and how to overcome them, including helping patients who are not literate follow treatment recommendations, patients whose culture prohibits certain treatments, etc.
Participants will be able to describe: 1) strategies for managing confidentiality in a medical setting; 2) how depression manifests differently for patients with advanced disease; 3) the limits of autonomous advance care planning versus family-based advance care planning; 4) the “band of support” for psychologists working with children with medical problems and their families; and 5) care plans for children with medical problems who want to be involved in sports or other extracurricular activities.
Laura Nabors, PhD, is an associate professor at the University of Cincinnati in the department of psychology. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology with a specialty in child clinical psychology. Her clinical private practice focus is child therapy. Dr. Nabors has a PhD from University of Memphis in clinical child psychology. She completed an internship at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill in community pediatrics, and a postdoc at University of North Carolina in the child development center. She is a Fellow of the APA Division of Child, Youth and Family Services. Sharla Wells-Di Gregorio, PhD, is an assistant professor of psychiatry and psychology at The Ohio State University. She serves full-time as a clinical health psychologist for the Center for Pain and Palliative Medicine. In addition, Dr. Wells-Di Gregorio is director of the health psychology division in the department of psychiatry and is currently director of the psycho-oncology and palliative medicine fellowship. Dr. Nabors and Dr. Wells-DiGregorio have presented extensively on end-of life issues and treatment of children with chronic illness. Priscilla Kingston, PhD, is a clinical psychologist in independent private practice in Parma, specializing in individual and couples treatment. She also consults at the Veterans Affairs, doing compensation and pension reports for returning combat veterans. Dr. Kingston is the chair of the Ohio Psychological Association Professional Practice Committee.
Julie Merrell PhD, is
a clinical psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic. She completed her
training at Loma Linda University and Henry Ford Health Sciences Center.
Presently, she is working in pre-surgical evaluation, pre- and post-surgical
treatment and clinical research in bariatric surgery. Craig Travis, PhD, is the director of behavioral sciences for the Mt. Carmel Family Medical Residency in Columbus. He trains family physicians in understanding behavioral and psychological issues in medicine and health. Dr. Travis is past president of the OPA.
WORKSHOP #8: 10 Major Legal/Ethical Problem Areas Psychologists Face in their Practices
Presenter: Glennon J. Karr, Esq.
CE Credits: 3.0 in Ethics
Learning Level: All
This workshop will provide an overview of potential problem areas involving supervision, high conflict divorce/custody situations, records issues, including releasing records and responding to subpoenas, identifying who is the client and protecting confidentiality, borderline and other high risk clients, release of test data, child abuse and other abuse reporting statutes, duty to protect situations and obligations, HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule compliance and obtaining peer review and/or legal consultation when faced with problems.
Various laws and rules, which impact these areas, will be identified and discussed. These will be included or summarized in a multipage handout. It is anticipated that there will be new rules on some of the issues to be discussed, and those new rules will be part of the presentation and handout.
Ways to handle various issues will be provided, based on the presenter’s experience working with therapists who have faced them.
There will be an opportunity for questions and answers.
Participants will: 1) identify 10 major practice areas presenting a high legal/licensing board risk to therapists; 2) recognize areas of the law which impact those high risk practice areas; and, 3) learn ways to avoid problems in those high risk practice areas.
Glenn Karr, JD, is an attorney in private practice that handles insurance, general business and employment matters for clients, including psychologists in solo practice and groups. He frequently deals with questions involving psychology board licensing issues. Glenn has been a lawyer since 1974. During Glenn’s years of practice, he has served as the top legal officer of the fifth largest Blue Shield plan in the country, was on the Board of Trustees of one of the first HMO’s formed in Central Ohio and has taught a law school course titled “The Regulation of Insurance.” He is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.
WEDNESDAY DINNER PROGRAM: Everybody’s Doing It: How to be Safe about Technology in Practice
Presenters: Audrey E. Ellenwood, PhD, Marc Dielman, PhD, Kenneth Drude, PhD, Mary Mills, MA, Paule Steichen Asch, PhD, OPA Communications and Technology Committee
CE Credits: 1.0 in Ethics
Learning Level: Basic
Technology is making an impact across many practices in Ohio. Some practitioners are using technology and may be unaware of the risk they could be putting their clients or themselves in. This presentation will review the following aspects related to use of telespsychology; safety precautions; confidentiality requirements; security guidelines; use of social networking programs; developing a website; and, advertising and promotion through websites. The most recently adopted OPA Telepsychology Guidelines will serve as the backdrop for this presentation. Opportunities for discussion will be provided.
Participants will be able to: 1) describe how to protect clients’ privacy when employing telepsychology media in practice; 2) describe how to ensure confidentiality for client information when using telepsychology in practice; 3) list recommendations related to security concerns and guidelines when using telepsychology in practice; 4) describe the issues surrounding use of social networks when proving services to clients on the Internet; and, 5) apply the considerations for developing ethically sound websites for their practice of psychology.
Marc B. Dielman, PhD, has been a licensed psychologist since 1988 and has a clinical private practice in Sylvania. His specialties include assessment for ADHD, learning disabilities, memory loss and providing psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationship and spiritual issues. He has served as president for the Toledo Area Academy Association of Professional Psychologists. Dr. Dielman teaches at Bowling Green State University and Spring Arbor University. He has presented locally and nationally on a wide variety of topics including brief therapy, ADHD, perfectionistic tendencies in children and integrating spirituality into therapy. Kenneth Drude, PhD, is chair of the Communications and Technology Committee and has served on the OPA Board as chair of various OPA committees and elected board offices for 30 years. He has worked in management and clinical positions in a variety of work settings including small and large mental health centers, hospitals, social service agencies and a university. He currently provides outpatient psychological services to children, adolescents and adults in Dayton and Springfield. Audrey E. Ellenwood, PhD, is the past chair of the Communications and Technology Committee and the coordinator of the school psychology program at Youngstown State University. Dr. Ellenwood has been a licensed psychologist since 1988 and has a clinical private practice in Sylvania, Her specialties include family, couple and individual therapy, psychological/neuropsychological assessment, traumatic brain injury, Tourettes, neonatal/preschool assessment, attention deficit evaluations, college evaluations, Autism, bariatric pre-surgical assessment for laparoscopic banding and gastric bypass, women’s support groups, and dealing with children’s behavioral or emotional issues. She has served as president for various local, state, national and international psychological associations. Mary Mills stepped out on a wing and a prayer, moving from Kansas to Columbus, to co-found Single Mothers Independently Living Everyday, Inc (SMILE) and bring it to life. A graduate of Harvard University, Ms. Mills also holds an MBA and master's degree in organizational administration, specializing in non-profit administration. She is currently a doctoral candidate in counseling psychology through Walden University, which made her a perfect recruit for the OPA Communication and Technology Committee. She completed her field training within the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections and is completing her dissertation on the effectiveness of film on group process. Paule Steichen Asch, PhD, was very involved in the development of the OPA Telepsychology Guidelines. Her specialties are small research projects, private practice assessment and academic tutoring.
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WORKSHOP #9: A Home Within: Building Resilience in Foster Children
Presenter: Suzanne LeSure, PhD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
On April 1, 2010, the New York Times reported on outcomes of the foster care system. Only six percent go on to post secondary education. Only 48 percent find employment. An earlier study found that 54 percent of foster care alumni had at least one current mental health problem. Overall, children do well when they experience a stable foster family placement, good educational services, good mental health treatments and opportunities to have supports while they transition to adulthood after foster care. This presentation will focus on meeting the needs of foster children through relationship-based therapy, using the "A Home Within" model. A Home Within seeks to heal the chronic loss experienced by foster children by providing lasting and caring relationships to current and former foster youth. The organization connects foster youth with volunteer therapists in communities across the country.
Participants will be able to: 1) describe the barriers to treatment of foster children; and, 2) list opportunities to practice within this model of care.
Dr. Suzanne LeSure is a psychologist with over 25 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults and families. Her professional career has included experience in community mental health, hospital-based practice, private practice and teaching other professionals. She is the CEO of Cornerstone Psychological Services and founder of Cornerstone Wellness Center. Cornerstone Psychological Services provides behavioral health evaluation and treatment in two counties in Northeast Ohio. The Wellness Center is a non-profit corporation developed to translate the knowledge provided by psychology into community based prevention, consultation and educational programs. In addition, Dr. LeSure is on medical staff at Medina Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic Hospital.
Plenary Session: Healthcare Reform-What Does It Mean for You?
Presenters: Peter Ambrose, Jr., PhD, Regional Vice President, Anthem, Mary Jo Hudson, Director, Ohio Department of Insurance, Cathy Levine, JD, executive director, Universal Health Care Action Network of Ohio,
CE Credits: 2.0
Learning Level: All
What key things should you understand about healthcare reform?
What does healthcare reform mean for behavioral healthcare?
Rumors abound about how healthcare reform will impact mental health services and psychology in particular. This plenary session will cover these concerns from three critical perspectives: regulatory, insurer and consumer.
Mary Jo Hudson, director, Ohio Department of Insurance, Dr. Peter Ambrose, Jr., regional vice president, Anthem, and Cathy Levine, executive director, Universal Health Care Action Network of Ohio (UHCAN), will tackle these questions and more for you in relation to healthcare reform during Thursday morning’s plenary session.
All three presenters will talk about how the reform will affect behavioral health. Specifically, Director Hudson will talk from the perspective of the Department of Insurance, and speak about the Department’s role, what issues they are seeing that need to be addressed and more.
Dr. Ambrose will inform attendees about how Anthem plans to implement key aspects of the reform bill, the key things you should understand about healthcare reform and how it will impact small business owners.
Ms. Levine will cover topics such as where gaps remain and where behavioral health needs to focus future advocacy efforts.
Participants will be able to describe: 1) how healthcare reform impacts the practice and science of psychology, relative to delivery models, evidence based practice, reimbursement rules and the opportunity to join panels or provide services outside of panels; 2) regulatory supports that exist for patients and providers who feel that the laws are not being followed; and, 3) where the gaps in the reform legislation are and which practice areas and types of consumers are affected and what efforts are underway to fill these gaps.
Cathy J. Levine, JD is the executive director of the Universal Health Care Action Network of Ohio (UHCAN Ohio), a consumer advocacy organization promoting quality, affordable health care for all. Cathy convened Ohio Consumers for Health Coverage (OCHC), a coalition of diverse consumer interests building the consumer voice in health care reform. She is an appointee of Governor Strickland to the Ohio Health Coverage and Quality Council. Her policy and advocacy work has included Medicaid and Medicare, hospital billing practices, immigrant health care, local access efforts and delivery system reform. Cathy received her BA from New York University and her JD from New England School of Law, in Boston.
Mary Jo Hudson is the 46th Director of the Ohio Department of Insurance and started on Jan. 8, 2007 after being appointed to the position by Governor Ted Strickland. Under Director Hudson's leadership, the Department has made great strides to protect insurance consumers and promote a healthy insurance market. The Department has increased its efforts to empower Ohio's seniors to protect themselves and has fostered collaboration among its internal divisions and with other state agencies to combat predatory insurance sales practices that are directed toward Ohio senior citizens.
Director Hudson has helped lead Governor Strickland’s efforts to reduce the number of uninsured Ohioans and improve health care quality. Since 2007, the Department has led a comprehensive series of efforts to improve access to coverage and make coverage more sustainable by bringing together a broad-based coalition of stakeholders and interested parties to develop proposed changes for coverage and health care quality. These efforts have resulted in reforms to the individual market, increased access to coverage for dependants and affordability measures that will now enable approximately more than 109,000 Ohioans with access to health insurance. These efforts also resulted in formation of the Ohio Health Care Coverage and Quality Council, which Director Hudson chairs, to develop and encourage improvements in the quality and cost effectiveness of Ohio’s healthcare system.
Prior to her appointment as Director of the Department of Insurance, Director Hudson served on Columbus City Council from 2004 to 2006. Director Hudson also practiced law for 18 years, most recently with the Columbus offices of Bailey Cavalieri, LLC, focusing on insurance regulation and liquidation law, consumer finance and retail law compliance, unclaimed property planning and reporting, commercial lending, state and federal advertising law and general corporate matters. From 1989 to 1995, Director Hudson worked as an attorney with the Ohio Department of Insurance and as General Counsel for the Office of the Ohio Insurance Liquidator.
Director Hudson received her BA in public administration from Miami University in 1985. She received her JD from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1988, graduating with honors.
Peter A. Ambrose, Jr., PhD, MBA, currently acts as head of behavioral health operations for The Anthem Health Plans, which is the largest health insurer in the country. Trained as a pediatric psychologist, with an emphasis on pediatric neuropsychology, he received his MA in psychology from Boston College and his PhD from The University of Missouri-Columbia. Dr Ambrose also completed an MBA from The Olin School of Business at Washington University in Saint Louis. He worked as a school psychologist in Boston and held academic appointments at The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and The Washington University School of Medicine, where he worked within the department of pediatrics, neurology and psychiatry. Before joining Anthem, he was vice president of behavioral health for the Barnes Jewish Christian Health System in Saint Louis. He currently is also as a consultant for The Olin School of Business.
Workshop #10: When Will I Get Better? Prognostic Factors Related to Mood Disorders
Presenter: Todd Finnerty, PsyD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Advanced
No one claims a scientific ability to always predict the future of one person’s depression, bipolar or other mood disorder. However, certain factors may increase the risk of onset and impact the course, severity of symptoms and the likely success of treatment. This presentation will present an overview of evidence related to potential vulnerabilities to emotional concerns, as well as estimating prognosis and treatment outcome in clinical settings.
Participants will be able to: 1) list factors related to vulnerability, prognosis and treatment outcome in mood disorders; and, 2) describe practical approaches to assessing and using an awareness of these factors in a clinical setting and identify resources for use in practice.
Todd Finnerty, PsyD, is a psychologist in Columbus who reviews social security disability claims as a consultant to the Bureau of Disability Determination. Dr. Finnerty performs mental health record reviews and develops opinions related to the impact of psychological impairments on an individual and any remaining work related abilities. At times, Dr. Finnerty is also called upon to project the probable duration of a psychological impairment. In addition to his consulting work, Dr. Finnerty is the founder of PsychContinuingEd.com, an online resource related to continuing education for psychologists.
WORKSHOP #11: PsycLINK: The Practice Wiki
Presenter: Mary M. Lewis, PhD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Basic
The practicing clinician often has difficulty getting timely information relevant to all aspects of practice. Internet searches often provide references that are not pertinent to the question at hand. American Psychological Association (APA) and APA Practice Organization (APAPO) should be the premier resources of choice for the practicing psychologist. This segment will introduce a major step toward building a contemporary virtual library of information, resources and discussion PsycLINK: The Practice Wiki. During this segment, the PsycLINK product will be introduced and demonstrated to attendees. The process of developing the product will be outlined and the need to begin active piloting of this service will be discussed.
Participants will be able to: 1) use more appropriate web resources to quickly gather information for clients and themselves; 2) conduct searches on pertinent information during the presentation for “hand’s on” learning about the Wiki tool; and, 3) effectively use APA and APAPO resources to enhance practice.
Mary M. Lewis, PhD, is a counseling psychologist with Senior Life Consultants, Inc., and specializes in assessments and psychotherapy with older adults in long-term care and retirement communities. She is also adjunct faculty at Columbus State Community College. She serves on the APA Presidential Task Force on Advancing Practice, and is interested in the use of social media and internet in assisting clinicians in practical ways. Dr. Lewis is also the prior chair of the OPA Committee on Social Responsibility. Her research interests also include end-of-life issues, mental health in long-term care and spirituality in late life.
WORKSHOP #12: Children of a Lesser God: The Psychologist in the Academic Hospital Setting
Presenters: Chris Bedosky, PhD, Felipe Amunategui, PhD, Maryellen Davis, MD, Molly McVoy, MD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Basic
With the changes in health care over the past 20 years, the romantic goal of private practice has become more difficult to obtain. For those who are now entering the profession—as well as those who have met Anna Freud—self-pay has become a smaller percentage of profession income and third party payment is the norm. Working in an academic hospital setting is an option that has both rewards and obstacles for the clinician. This workshop is an introduction in how to thrive in this setting as a child of a lesser god.
After attending this workshop, the participant will be able to: 1) define the clinical psychologist’s role in the academic hospital setting; 2) list benefits of working in the academic hospital setting including the difference between full-time vs. part-time; and, 3) describe the drawbacks to working in the academic hospital setting and how to turn them to your advantage.
Dr. Chris Bedosky completed both his pre-doc and post-doc internships at a large academic hospital and is now an assistant professor of psychiatry at University Hospitals (UH) in Cleveland. Dr. Felipe Amunategui is the director of psychology education and training and associate director of residency education and training in child and adolescent psychiatry at UH. Dr. Maryellen Davis is the director of the residency education and training in child and adolescent psychiatry at UH. Dr. Molly McVoy is a former chief resident and is now a senior instructor in the department of child and adolescent psychiatry.
WORKSHOP #13: Multicultural Competence in Working with International Students
Presenter: Bong Joo Hwang, PhD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Basic
American psychologists continue to face challenges in serving the ever-changing client population. International students can be one of the most challenging client populations due to their great within-group diversity and complex and severe presenting issues. Because of their growing presence, it is common for psychologists to work with international students at various settings. This program aims to help the participants improve their capacity in working with international students. The three main components of this workshop include 1) characteristics of international students; 2) critical elements for improving international/multicultural competence; and, 3) ideas for collaborations with different campus and community organizations.
Participants will be able to: 1) discuss the challenging aspects of working with international students; 2) discuss multicultural competence in working with international students; and, 3) improve their overall service capacity in working with international clients.
Bong Joo Hwang holds a PhD in counseling psychology from Indiana University. He currently works for The Ohio State University Counseling and Consultation Service as a psychologist. He provides individual, couples and group counseling to students, and has been active in providing outreach programs to various campus groups. His professional interests reside in promoting multiculturalism and working with international students. He is a co-author of a chapter of a resource book for the international students, and has presented multiple times at various professional conferences.
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WORKSHOP #14: Bringing Organizational Culture and Leadership to the Bottom Line -- Wherever You Might Be!
Presenter: Norman R. Jentner, PhD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Basic
How do you succinctly conceptualize critical advances in the psychological understanding of human enterprises broadly and specifically (such as “How might this apply to where I [you] work”)? What empirical evidence backs up ideas pertaining to individual and organizational effectiveness -- not only enhanced human performance, but also the bottom-line? Learn how a cutting edge model of organizational culture and leadership development, based on more than two decades of research, can provide understanding to improve quality of services, consumer satisfaction, employee involvement and satisfaction, company profitability and company stability.
Participants will be able to: 1) identify four empirically-validated dimensions of organizational culture; 2) describes three innovative, web-based tools to better understand a particular organization’s culture, associated leadership behavior and to monitor desired change; 3) describe how this model and associated tools have been used constructively to address five major challenges of significance faced by organizations and leadership during the lifespan of both; and, 4) identify at least two advantages of using this model for effecting organizational culture and leadership development in comparison to other approaches.
Dr. Norman Jentner, owner of Satisfying Solutions™, is attentive to business leaders who recognize that their own behavior is a major determinant of workplace culture, and therefore want to be a part of positive change efforts within their organization. He received his PhD in psychology from Kent State University. His empirical master’s thesis focused on the assessment of psychological health, and his empirical doctoral dissertation, completed with adjunct assistance from University of Michigan, focused on assessment of organizational control structure. Educated and experienced in clinical, community, and organizational psychology continuously since 1976, Dr. Jentner brings a wealth of experience and practical tools to his focus on key “systems psychological” variables of practical import.
Workshop #15: Behavioral Implications of Unusual Medical Lab Values in Geriatric Patients
Presenter: John A. Gabis, MD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
Geriatric patients often have multiple co-morbidities and many data points to evaluate. This session will review common diagnostic testing, frequent abnormalities and common co-morbid conditions and provide an understanding of the impact on psychological care of this population.
Participants will be able to: 1) list common diagnostic tests used in the healthcare of a geriatric population; 2) describe common abnormalities of diagnostic testing in a geriatric population; and, 3) assess many of the common abnormalities of diagnostic testing and their impact on the psychological care of the geriatric population.
Dr. John Gabis, executive director of the PACCAR Medical Education Center at Adena Health System, received his doctor of medicine degree from Wright State University School of Medicine in 1987, and continued postgraduate training at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. Dr. Gabis has been a practicing family physician for 20 years. In 2007, he was chosen as the first executive director of the PACCAR Medical Education Center.
WORKSHOP #16: Understanding Cultural Differences, Psychological Problems and Adjustment Difficulties of Asian Americans
Presenter: Young R. Shim, PhD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
This workshop will focus on communication and value system differences between mainstream Western culture and Asian culture. Research findings on the Asian American acculturation process, identity development and psychological problems of adjusting to a new culture will be addressed. Also to be discussed include how to help and understand Asian clients who struggle with psychological problems and value conflicts in the cultural adjustment process. The workshop Presentation will promote understanding and awareness of Asian American issues and cultural differences.
Participants will be able to: 1) describe the acculturation process and identity development of Asian Americans; 2) explain the differences between the two mainstream cultures; 3) discuss challenges and
difficulties of cross-cultural communication with their clients; and, 4) explore ways to help clients who struggle with cultural adjustment.
Dr. Young Shim is an assistant professor in the counseling department at the Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland. She received her PhD in counseling psychology from the department of counseling at the University of Akron in August 2004. Over the years, she has taught various psychology disciplines including multicultural counseling, presented workshops related to diversity, provided individual counseling services and published articles.
WORKSHOP #17: Mindfulness Therapy: Fad or Scientific Breakthrough?
Presenters: Jonathan Appel, PhD, Dohee Kim-Appel, PhD
CE Credits: 2.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
Mindfulness Therapy brings together the ancient practices of mindfulness meditation and modern cognitive therapy. Proponents of mindfulness state that it is an ideal practice for cultivating greater awareness of the unity of mind and body, as well as unconscious thoughts, feelings and behaviors which can undermine emotional and physical health. This presentation will objectively and critically survey the rise in the blending of these two approaches, while examining the science around it. It will also discuss the presenters’ current research on mindfulness as related to Bowenian theory. There will also be a brief introduction in some of the techniques involved in "mindfulness.”
Participants will be able to describe: 1) the concept of mindfulness and examine its historical and cultural roots; 2) about some of the empirical research on the use of mindfulness in the field of behavioral health and addictions; and, 3) some of the techniques involved in mindfulness.
Dr. Jonathan Appel has worked in the field of behavioral health for over two decades. He has worked with individuals, groups, families and organizations as a counselor, psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, program director, consultant and educator. Dr. Appel is currently an associate professor of psychology and criminal justice at Tiffin University. His research areas include substance abuse, family violence and international issues in behavioral health. Dr. Kim-Appel currently is a child and family therapist at Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services in Tiffin, and she has taught at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. She is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and an AAMFT-approved supervisor. In addition, she is a certified mediator (general/divorce) and an independently licensed marriage and family therapist. Dr. Kim-Appel has worked with a diverse population of clients including the substance abusing as well as court-ordered youth, individuals, couples and families. Her research interests are in family therapy and international issues in behavioral health.
Workshop #18: Pain Assessment, Treatment and Addiction
Presenter: Edward N. Carrol, PhD
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Advanced
This workshop will first describe a format for pain assessment that incorporates physiologic and radiographic findings with a structured behavioral interview and indicators from objective psychological testing, e.g., MMPI-II and CPI, to discern the relative contribution of somatic versus psychosocial elements in an individual's presenting complaint. Major pain syndromes will be described briefly, as well as the possible role of opioid analgesics in the treatment of these conditions. The latter part of the program will emphasize potential risks of using controlled, mood-altering agents, especially in those with a history of substance abuse or poorly controlled mood and/or impulse disorders. Behavioral indicators of potential or actual problems with an individual's use of controlled substances will be presented to help the psychologist know when to refer his/her client for detoxification and drug treatment.
Participants will be able to describe: 1) the physiologic, behavioral and psychometric components of a pain assessment that are necessary to discern the relative somato-genic versus psychosocial contributions to a client’s presenting complaint; 2) the possible indicators for inclusion of opioid analgesics into a treatment plan, as well as the limitations and dangers of these agents, especially in psychologically high- risk populations; and 3) the behavioral indicators that controlled, mood-altering agents are inappropriate for their clients.
Edward N. Carrol received his PhD in clinical psychology at the University of Delaware under Marvin Zuckerman. He initiated and directed the Pain Clinic at the Cleveland VAMC from September 1979 until November 2003, at which time the program was subsumed under the anesthesia service. From that point until his retirement from the VAMC in October 2009, Dr. Carrol was director of the pain psychology section of the new PMC. His clinical and research focus has involved behavioral assessment of appropriateness for controlled analgesics and implant- able spinal cord technology; noninvasive neuromodulation techniques, e.g., TENS and Neuroprobe; and, developing an analgesic regimen for end-stage head and neck cancer.
Workshop #19: Providing Child Psychotherapy in Litigious Times
Presenter: Michael B. Leach, PhD, Sandra McPherson, PhD
CE Credits: 3.0 in Ethics
Learning Level: Basic
• When is it proper for a child therapist to write a letter to the court?
• How should a child therapist deal with the non-residential parent’s demands for treatment records?
• What is the appropriate therapeutic approach when a parent brings a child to therapy, alleging abuse (including sexual abuse) by the other parent?
• When and how should a therapist involve a non-residential parent in treatment when the other parent and/or child forbids it?
• What is the proper role of the therapist during child custody litigation? How do we deal with lawyers and the court?
If you are a psychologist who treats children, you will not be able to avoid becoming involved in the court system. Some day, a lawyer will request information, requiring you to submit to a deposition or subpoena you to testify in court about your client and the therapy you provided. This workshop will teach you all you need to know about how to respond ethically and with clinical acumen, and how to deal fearlessly with the court system. The presenters draw upon their clinical wisdom and longstanding forensic experience in providing methods for dealing with estranged parents, lawyers and judges.
Participants will be able to: 1) respond ethically and professionally to requests for information, depositions and court appearances; 2) give in-court proceedings on behalf of their clients; and, 3) deal with non-residential and non-custodial parents who request to be involved in their child’s therapy.
Dr. Michael Leach is co-director and founder of the Center for Effective Living, Inc. He is a graduate of Brown University and received advanced degrees at Case Western Reserve University. He was a National Institutes of Mental Health Fellow at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. As a clinical psychologist, he provides psychological assessment as well as psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples and families. As a forensic psychologist, he provides domestic relations court evaluations, has served as a parenting coordinator and has provided testimony in malpractice cases as well as assessment in complex injury litigation.
Sandra McPherson, PhD, is currently in practice as a clinical and forensic psychologist. She holds an ABPP diploma in both clinical and forensic psychology and teaches for the Fielding Graduate University of Santa Barbara, California. She has served on the APA ad hoc Committee on Legal Issues (COLI). For over 20 years she has been a member of the advisory committee to the Cuyahoga County Guardian ad litem program. Currently, she is writing a chapter for a handbook on forensic psychology and psychiatry regarding legal and ethical issues in work with adolescents. With Farshid Afsarifard, PhD, she is writing a book on how the legal system copes with equivocal abuse allegations. Major areas of forensic practice, as well as research, have focused on the domestic relations arena, as well as on death penalty mitigation.
WORKSHOP #20: Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Pediatric ADHD
Presenters: Nicholas Lofthouse, PhD, Elizabeth Hurt, PhD
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
Parents are more frequently inquiring about and/or using complementary and alternative medicine (CAM, non-medical treatments included) for pediatric ADHD. Although some CAMs have limited scientific evidence of efficacy, key safety and efficacy questions remain for the majority and use of unproven treatments risks diversion of time, money and other family resources from proven treatments. However, use of CAMs may be justifiable when patients have not responded to or find conventional treatments unacceptable. Drs. Hurt and Lofthouse will describe the most frequently used CAMs for pediatric ADHD, discuss research evidence and limitations and present recommendations for practitioner to guide consumers.
Participants will be able to describe: 1) the definition of CAM, the considerable increase in academic and consumer interest, and key safety, efficacy and practical questions associated with CAM; 2) the SECS vs. RUDE criterion developed by Arnold (2010) to guide clinicians in the use of CAM with youth with ADHD; 3) ingestible (i.e., elimination diets, nutritional supplements, herbal, homeopathic, and naturopathic treatments) and noningestible (i.e., neurofeedback, electromyographic biofeedback, relaxation training, hypnosis, meditation, massage therapy, vestibular stimulation, working memory training, attention training and sensory interventions) forms of CAM for pediatric ADHD; associated research evidence and limitations; whether each intervention meets the SECS vs. RUDE criterion; and how to guide consumers in choosing, using and monitoring a CAM; and 4) Future directions for CAM for pediatric ADHD.
Dr. Nicholas Lofthouse is an assistant professor, researcher and supervisor in The Ohio State University Department of Psychiatry. He worked in the UCLA Center for Autism Research and Treatment before receiving his PhD (clinical psychology) from Indiana University, where he established the Center for Behavioral Health Child and Adolescent Anxiety Clinic. Dr. Lofthouse completed his postdoctoral residency in the OSU Child Mood Disorders lab. He has publications on childhood co morbidity, adolescent non-suicidal self-injury and childhood bipolar disorder and recently received a three-year NIMH R34 to explore the neurofeedback treatment of ADHD. Dr. Elizabeth Hurt is a postdoctoral researcher at the Nisonger Center at the OSU Medical Center. She received her PhD in child clinical psychology from Purdue University and completed her clinical internship at the University of Alabama, Birmingham. Dr. Hurt currently serves as a blinded clinician on research studies investigating medication, psychosocial, and alternative treatments for children with ADHD and ASD. Along with other researchers at OSU, she recently received an internal grant to investigate biomarkers for ADHD symptoms in children with ASD. Her research interests also include parent-child relationships in families of children with disruptive behavior disorders.
WORKSHOP #21: The Ethical and Legal Practice of Psychology: Ethics Roundtable 2010
Presenters: OPA Ethics Committee, Richard Ashbrook, PhD, Marianne Bowden, PhD, Terry Imar, MA, Kay Levine, PhD, Kathleen Mack, PsyD, Bob Stinson, PsyD, ABPP, Elizabeth Swenson, PhD, JD
CE Credits: 3.0 in Ethics
Learning Level: Intermediate
Participants identify and apply pertinent sections of governing documents (e.g., the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, Ohio Psychology Laws and Rules Governing Psychologists, related Ohio statutes, Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychologists, etc.) to a series of vignettes designed to elucidate the ethical and legal practice of psychology. Particular attention is devoted to areas of practice that pose additional liability or yield frequent conduct complaints to the Board of Psychology: duty to protect, involuntary hospitalization, child custody evaluations in divorce proceedings, forensic practice, treatment of minors, requests for release of information, duty to report child abuse and neglect, multiple relationships, supervision, and colleague assistance.
Participants will: 1) identify and apply pertinent sections of the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and code of Conduct to vignettes related to the practice of psychology;
2) identify and apply pertinent sections of Ohio Psychology Laws and Rules Governing Psychologists to vignettes related to the practice of psychology; 3) identify and apply pertinent sections of Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychologists to vignettes related to the practice of psychology; 4) understand ethical and legal implications related to duty to protect, involuntary hospitalization, child custody evaluations in divorce proceedings, forensic practice, treatment of minors, request for release of information, duty to report child abuse and neglect, multiple relationships, supervision, and colleague assistance; and, 5) identify and apply strategies for early identification and referral of colleagues for assistance.
Dr. Richard M. Ashbrook earned his MA and PhD in clinical psychology and MFA. (English/Creative Writing) from The Ohio State University. He completed his internship at the University of Rochester's School of Medicine and Dentistry, Strong Memorial Hospital, and did additional post-doctoral training in pediatric and health psychology. Since 1986, Dr. Ashbrook has been on the faculty of Capital University (Columbus) where he is a professor of psychology and currently serves as the acting provost and vice president of academic affairs. Dr. Ashbrook is affiliated with Behavioral Science Specialists, LLC, a behavioral health and medical consulting firm that specializes in forensic assessment services and disability determination through contract services and collaborative partnerships with governmental and non-profit entities. Marianne Bowden, PhD, received her doctorate in counseling psychology from Kent State University. She completed her APA approved doctoral psychology internship at Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, and her psychology residency at The Counseling Center of Wayne and Holmes Counties. She has been the owner of Bowden and Associates Psychological and Counseling Services since 2000. Throughout her career, Dr. Bowden has served in positions as therapist, administrator, supervisor and consultant. She has experience evaluating and treating children, adolescents and adults. She specializes in treating victims of sexual abuse, mood and anxiety disorders, developmental disorders, and conducting forensic and treatment evaluations. She has completed over 1,900 evaluations in her career. She is on staff at Wooster Community Hospital and Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital. Terry Imar, MA, received his graduate degree from Kent State University in 1971 and has been in practice in Ohio since 1975. Prior to entering full-time private practice in 1981, he was clinical director of North Central Mental Health Center in Columbus. Mr. Imar is in general practice in Delaware, working with adults, adolescents and children. He has special interests in ADHD and substance abuse disorders. Mr. Imar is a member of the medical staff of Grady Memorial Hospital, where he is chief of the psychology service. Mr. Imar is a Charter Patron of the Academy for Education and Research in Professional Psychology, the organization that created the school of professional psychology at Wright State University. Dr. Kay Levine earned her PhD in special education/educational psychology from The University of Southern California. While getting her doctorate, Dr. Levine also trained as a child psychoanalyst at Reiss-Davis Child Study Center in Los Angeles. Her clinical experience is exceptionally varied. Dr. Levine is an assistant professor in the Case School of Medicine, where she teaches and supervises both child and adult psychiatry residents and fellows at University Hospitals Case Medical Center. Kathleen A. Mack, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she has a private practice established in 1987. She earned her PsyD in clinical psychology at the Wright State University School of Professional Psychology. She completed her internship at the University of Cincinnati Psychological Services Center. Her post-doctoral training was in the traumatic brain injury unit at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Since licensure as a psychologist in 1987, she has continued to work in the area of clinical psychology, providing psychotherapy services to older adolescents through seniors and providing neuropsychological assessments to clients who present with a wide range of medical problems. Bob Stinson, PsyD, ABPP, obtained his undergraduate degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University and his doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Wright State University’s School of Professional Psychology. He is currently pursuing a law degree from Capital University Law School. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP) and a Diplomate in forensic psychology with the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). He has full clinical and special forensic hospital privileges at Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare in Columbus, where he also serves on the hospital’s Ethics Committee. Dr. Stinson provides training and supervision to students, interns and post-doctoral residents. He is an adjunct professor of clinical psychology at The Ohio State University, and a regular guest lecturer at Wright State University’s School of Professional Psychology. In addition to working at Twin Valley, Dr. Stinson maintains a private practice, providing consultations and evaluations, specializing in clinical and forensic psychology.
Elizabeth V. Swenson, PhD, JD, is professor of psychology at John Carroll University. She earned her PhD from Case Western Reserve University in educational psychology, and JD from Cleveland State University. Her primary occupation is teaching professional ethics, the effects of hospitalization on children’s development, planning for careers and graduate school, and legal issues in psychology to undergraduate students. Dr. Swenson is a fellow of the American Psychological Association and of the Phi Beta Kappa Society. She has also been a member of the APA Continuing Professional Education Committee, the Ethics Code Revision Task Force and the Council of Representatives from Division 2.
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WORKSHOP #22: Connecting with the Community: Using the APA Public Education Campaign to Grow Your Practice
Presenters: Kathleen Ashton, PhD, Craig Travis, PhD, Suzanne Ritter, PhD
CE Credits: 1.0
Learning Level: Basic
Do you sometimes feel disconnected from the real world, cocooned in your office with patients? Do you want to reach out to your community and develop your practice? Interested in networking and creating opportunities for psychological work? Then the APA Public Education Campaign (PEC) may be a means to your end. This program will discuss how to use free, professionally developed materials to conduct public outreach. Research on the efficacy of public outreach will be briefly discussed, but the focus will be on learning hands-on ways to conduct outreach and develop your own public outreach project and network in your community.
Participants will be able to: 1) list the principles of the mind-body connection and the APA Mind-Body Education Campaign; 2) use effective public outreach methods including health fairs, presentations, media and social media; and, 3) develop a public outreach project using APA PEC, using models discussed in the workshop.
Kathleen Ashton, PhD, is the chair of the Ohio Psychological Association’s Committee on Social Responsibility and an active member of the APA Public Education Campaign. She is a health psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic Bariatric and Metabolic Institute and Sleep Disorders Center. Dr. Ashton received her PhD from The Ohio State University, and completed her internship in health psychology at the Cleveland VA Medical Center and fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Ashton’s clinical and research interests include binge eating disorder, bariatric surgery evaluation and perioperative treatment, insomnia, weight management, the relationship of stress to physical illness, and women's health. She has presented extensively to the public about the effects of stress on health, and to psychologists on the importance of public outreach.
Craig S. Travis, PhD, is director of behavioral sciences for the Mount Carmel Family Medicine Residency in Columbus. He trains family physicians in understanding behavioral and psychological issues in medicine and health. He is also a clinical faculty in the family medicine department in the College of Medicine at The Ohio State University and serves as clinical field supervisor for graduate students at the University of Dayton and The Ohio State University. He is a member of the American Psychological Association, American Counseling Association and the Society for Teachers of Family Medicine. Dr. Travis has led numerous corporate and public presentations in health psychology. He has over 20 years of experience in private practice, psychiatric inpatient, community agency and medical environments. He has served on the Ohio Psychological Association Board of Directors since 2003 and is past president of the OPA (2009-10). Suzanne Ritter, PhD, has over 25 years of experience providing group and individual counseling and assessment with adults, college and school-age children. She has also provided training and consultation for businesses and hospitals. For the past 11 years, she has been employed as a psychologist for the middle and upper school at The Columbus Academy, a private, college preparatory school. Recently, she also has provided services through a limited private practice. Dr. Ritter’s specialties include the assessment, diagnosis and counseling for difficulties due to learning disabilities, attention, behavioral, and emotional issues for children, adolescents and young adults. She has also provided counseling for children and their families on the full range of issues confronting this age group today such as divorce, anxiety, depression, stress management, grief, bullying, anger management and social skills.
WORKSHOP #23: Health and Behavior Codes: Clinical and Practical Utility
Presenters: Gary J. Sipps, PhD, Leon C. Howard, PhD, PCC-S
CE Credits: 2.0 (workshop meets from 9-11 a.m., looks at OPA Poster Session for 1 CE Credit from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
Learning Level: Intermediate
The Health and Behavior Codes (HBC) have been in existence for a number of years; yet, most psychologists have not made efforts to learn what they involve, let alone pursue opportunities to provide these services. However, ongoing changes in the health care field strongly signal the importance of integrating psychological services and medical treatment. The HBCs are an excellent means by which psychologists can provide evidence-based services with a variety of populations. This workshop will explore in detail the nature of the Codes. Specific areas of application will be addressed with particular emphasis on chronic pain treatment.
Participants will be able to: 1) use detailed information about the Health and Behavior Codes (HBC); 2) describe areas where and how these services can be integrated with medical treatment; and, 3) list practical aspects of engaging in HBC, including insurance reimbursement and changes in the delivery of health care.
Gary J. Sipps earned his PhD in counseling psychology at The University of Maryland in 1981, and completed a pre-doctoral internship with Student Counseling Services at Iowa State University. He held a tenured faculty position in the psychology department at The University of Akron from 1981 until 1994, when he left the University for full-time private practice. In November 2006, he joined the staff of The Pain Center at Summa Western Reserve Hospital, where he provides psychological consultation, evaluation and treatment for those with chronic pain.
Leon C. Howard, PhD, is a licensed professional clinical counselor-supervisor who has worked in the counseling field for the past 12 years. Currently, he splits his time between working as a consultant, teaching at the University of Akron and working at The Pain Center of Summa Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls.
WORKSHOP #24: "Legislative Day" at Convention
Presenters: Bobbie L. Celeste, PhD
CE Credits: 2.0 (workshop meets from 9-11 a.m., looks at OPA Poster Session for 1 CE Credit from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
Learning Level: Basic
OPA’s Legislative Day at the Statehouse happens every spring, but many psychologists want training during other times of the year as well. This workshop brings together legislative aides, legislators, and experienced advocates to discuss how psychologists can share their knowledge to inform public policy.
Participants will be able to: 1) describe how the science of psychology can inform public policy; and, 2) present their expertise to aides and legislators.
As the Director of Professional Affairs for the Ohio Psychological Association, Dr. Bobbie Celeste advocates for psychologists at the state and national level. She also trains psychologists and students to promote public policies that create psychologically healthy communities. Her private practice draws on her training as a Ph.D. from Ohio State and she is a leader in APA’s Division 17, Society of Counseling Psychology. Dr. Celeste believes that the future of psychology is bright, especially if we support one another and expand psychology’s reach to all who need our services.
WORKSHOP #25: Body Awareness and Empowerment for Trauma Survivors: An Adjunct to Psychotherapy
Presenter: Paul Linden, PhD
CE Credits: 2.0 (workshop meets from 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., look at OPA Poster Session from 9-10 a.m. for 1 CE Credit)
Learning Level: Basic to advanced
When people are traumatized, they typically contract or collapse their breathing, posture, movement and attention. This distress response is a natural result of shock and often becomes a coping strategy to reduce awareness of physical and emotional pain. The contraction/collapse keeps people bound to their trauma and usually stays stuck in the body until it is deliberately unlearned. Through opening and stabilizing the body, clients can develop a state of calm alertness and compassionate power as a foundation for managing stress and pain and improving assertiveness and self-protection.
Participants will be able to: 1) list how thoughts, feelings and beliefs shape and are shaped by breathing, muscle tone, posture and movement flow; 2) use body-based language for working with thoughts, movement, feelings and actions; 3) use body/movement processes for developing self-awareness, self-control, compassion and effective power; and, 4) describe body-based methods for reducing
dissociation and instead developing presence, assertiveness and clear boundaries.
Paul Linden, PhD, is a somatic educator, developer of Being In Movement® mindbody education (www.being-in-movement.com) and author of a number of e-books, among them Winning is Healing: Body Awareness and Empowerment for Abuse Survivors and Embodied Peacemaking: Body Awareness, Self-Regulation and Conflict Resolution. He holds a PhD in physical education, a sixth degree black belt in Aikido and a first-degree black belt in karate, and he is an instructor of the Feldenkrais Method® of somatic education. He has extensive experience teaching people such as musicians, athletes, computer users, pregnant women, adult survivors of child abuse, and children with attention disorders.
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Workshop #26: How Sexual Identity Changes Across the Lifespan: Clinical Practice Implications
Presenter: Frederick Peterson, PsyD
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Intermediate/Advanced
This workshop focuses upon application of the latest science on sexual identity for today’s psychologist, who is expected to have competency addressing sexual health issues of clients seen in general practice. The first half of the workshop reviews “new theory” concerning changing concepts of sexual identity, especially relating to women’s sexual expression. A new conceptual tool, “The Sexual Identity Cube,” is featured with focus on LGBT identities. The second half will focus on practical application for clinical practice: how psychologists can be more comfortable and competent responding to clients’ concerns about how their partners “have changed” and clients’ questions related to sexual identity. A new assessment tool will be introduced (and demonstrated) called the "Sexual Health and Wellness Satisfaction Scale."
Participants will be able to: 1) state the three major dimensions of sexual identity; 2) identify three ways which sexual identity changes across the lifespan; and, 3) identify at least two new tools to use in clinical practice for addressing client concerns about sexual identity.
Frederick Peterson, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist and sex therapist living in Yellow Springs. He received his doctorate degree in psychology from the Wright State University School of Professional Psychology (SOPP) in 1984 and completed a clinical fellowship at the Masters and Johnson Institute, St. Louis (1993-94), where he was the last person trained by pioneer sex researcher William Masters. He was associate editor of Innovations in Clinical Practice: Focus on Sexual Health (2007, Professional Resource Press) and co-author of Joyful, Healthy Sex: Fundamental Education (2010, B.R. Publications). He taught sexual health courses for 20 years at Wright State University and the University of Dayton. He is currently the health behavior coordinator for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Chillicothe Medical Center Campus.
WORKSHOP #27: Forensic Shakes Hands with Clinical Psychology
Presenters: Jenny O'Donnell, PsyD, Terry Kukor, PhD, ABPP, Dan Davis, PhD, Kara Marciani PsyD, ABPP, Julia King, PsyD, MBA
CE Credits: 3.0
Learning Level: Intermediate
This panel will discuss best practices for the assessment and management of high-risk clients. Specifically, we will discuss suicide risk and violence risk, strategies for assessment of minimization/exaggeration, as well as engagement strategies for the treating practitioner to identify and manage those clients who are at risk of violence or suicide. You will also follow the path of a patient who is “pink-slipped” and hear from forensic psychologists who work inside the institutions about what services your client will receive while they are hospitalized, and the criteria considered for release.
Participants will be able to: 1) apply risk assessment techniques in all clinical encounters, identify dynamic risk factors as risk-reduction targets, incorporate protective factors in risk-reduction clinical work and discuss risk and protective factors with your clients; 2) assess their client's need for involuntary hospitalization, write a successful pink slip, understand the process for initiation of a three-day hold for acutely mentally ill individuals, and provide pertinent, fact-based information to a probate pre-screener; 3) use clinical interview techniques and psychological testing to identify response styles and adjust risk assessment in light of response style; 4) discuss and apply clinical engagement strategies with high-risk clients; and, 5) describe the various roles forensic psychologists play in jails/prisons, forensic centers, probate, forensic hospitals, research, etc.
Jennifer O'Donnell, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist who consults to Hamilton and Butler County courts. She works in two different court systems, the juvenile court and the probate court. Her work in the juvenile system is administrative seeking effective treatment models and facilities particularly for adolescents. She is also providing guardianship evaluations for probate court, using her geropsychology training from Xavier University where she completed her PsyD. She has served as one of 11 Ohio forensic directors and has 14 years experience at the court clinic in Cincinnati evaluating adult defendants. Dr. O'Donnell is also working with the Ohio Psychological Association’s LGBT subcommittee to develop teaching modules to help clinicians become better acquainted with the research, assessment and treatment implications for clients from multiple minority life experiences. She has written a home study module about ethical treatment of the LGBT population. Terry Kukor PhD, ABPP (Forensic), is the director of forensic and assessment services for Netcare Corporation in Columbus, a non-profit organization that provides crisis intervention and assessment services. He currently serves as an adjunct assistant professor in the department of psychology of Miami University, and as an adjunct associate professor in the department of psychology at Drexel University. He is an approved trainer for the Suicide Prevention Resource Center, and is board certified in forensic psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Daniel L. Davis, PhD, is the author of two books, Your Angry Child and The Aggressive and Resistant Adolescent and co-author of Case Studies for MMPI-A Interpretation. He is a forensic psychologist with Netcare Forensic Psychiatry and in private practice in Columbus with a focus upon adolescents and adults. He has held academic appointments at Otterbein College and The Ohio State University. In addition, Dr. Davis has served as the clinical director for mental health services of the Central Ohio Cluster of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. Prior to this position, he was the clinical director of the Buckeye Ranch, a comprehensive residential and community based youth treatment center in Columbus, and served as the supervising psychologist of the Timothy B. Moritz Forensic Unit, a maximum-security inpatient forensic psychiatric hospital. Dr. Julia King graduated from Widener University with a doctorate in clinical psychology and an MBA, and completed a post-doctoral forensic psychology fellowship with the University of Cincinnati, Division of Forensic Psychiatry. Dr. King is currently the director of forensic services at Forensic and Mental Health Services, Inc., in Hamilton, and is a private practitioner, providing forensic psychological evaluation and organizational consulting services. She currently serves as president and chair of the education committee for the Association of the Ohio Forensic Psychiatric Center Directors, and is an adjunct faculty member of the psychology department at the University of Cincinnati. Kara E.A. Marciani, PsyD, ABPP, is a Diplomate in Forensic Psychology of the American Board of Professional Psychology. She is a staff psychologist at the Forensic Psychiatry Center for Western Ohio and a private practitioner who serves as an expert witness for the criminal and probate courts.
WORKSHOP #28: Media Training 101
Presenter: Jessica Hamlin, BSJ
CE Credits: 0
Learning Level: Basic
Be well prepared, well presented and become a professional resource when working with the media. This workshop will give you up-to-date methods for communicating with the media, from print to television to the blogosphere…and will help you position yourself as a presiding expert in your field.
Learn how to strategize and prepare before you even meet, handle phone interviews, and dress and carry yourself for maximum impact on television. Be able to anticipate the tough questions to best align your responses with the stance of the agency or company you represent. Learn how to quickly assess and analyze the culture and climate surrounding your current topic and circumstances to better tailor your media experience.
Get tips and techniques to identify and speak directly to the news media in the voice and language they understand. Write direct and to-the-point press releases and media alerts that get attention, learn how to cater to the urgent deadlines of the media world and offer poignant sound bites that really do get used. Make what you have to say make sense and be relevant to the consumer: both the news media and their own specific audiences.
Mock interviews will strengthen your skills and help increase your comfort level whether generally informing or handling crisis communication. Sound authoritative in any situation.
Jessica received a BSJ in Television News and a
BSS in Global Cultures and Communications from Ohio University where she also
received her master's in Media Management. Since then, Jessica spent several
years working within television news stations before moving into market
research with Limited Brands. She later expanded into sports and entertainment
public relations and marketing management. Jessica currently is a PR and
Marketing Strategist at Kegler, Brown, Hill and Ritter, LPA, focusing on news
media interface, new media marketing and PR initiatives, and digital media
positioning while concurrently serving as adjunct faculty at Franklin
University teaching Public Relations within a New Media and global context. She
recently signed on as Faculty In Residence at Franklin where she is researching
a new educational track in Corporate and Business Sustainability. Jessica has
been a board member of the American Marketing Association (Columbus Chapter)
for several years and is an active member in PRSA (Public Relations Society of
America) and in the Soroptimist group which focuses on supporting non-profit
efforts to better women's lives.
WORKSHOP #29: Graduate School in Psychology: Is It for You and How Do You Apply?
Presenters: Stephanie S. Judson, MA, Amy S. Untied, MA
CE Credits: 0
Learning Level: Basic
This workshop will guide students to a more accurate understanding of graduate study in psychology. Topics of discussion will include deciding what type of graduate program will meet one’s educational needs and how to navigate the application/interview process. Presenters will also discuss ways for students to best utilize their undergraduate studies to render themselves strong candidates for graduate study in psychology.
Participants will learn: 1) how to best use their undergraduate career (i.e., training and research experiences) to prepare for graduate study in psychology; 2) about different programs and degrees available in graduate study in psychology (i.e., MA, PsyD, PhD) and which program best fits their career goals; 3) practical information regarding the application process on topics such as preparatory exams (i.e., GRE costs and locations of testing) as well as how to prepare other application requirements (i.e., curriculum vitae, personal statement, and soliciting letters of recommendation); and, 4) develop a more accurate understanding of the structure of graduate school (i.e., funding, practical and research experiences) and have the opportunity to ask questions of current graduate students.
Stephanie Judson is a third year graduate student, pursuing her doctorate, in The University of Akron's Collaborative Program in Counseling Psychology. Stephanie graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology from Ohio University. Stephanie's thesis investigated perceptions of male victims of sexual coercion. Amy Untied is a third year graduate student in Xavier University’s doctoral program in clinical psychology. Amy graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology/criminology from Ohio University. She is currently working on her dissertation examining the role of optimistic bias in reducing one’s risk for experiencing a sexual assault.
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