Training Opportunities
Get directions to the ADAMH Board.
**The trainings listed below are not funded or evaluated by the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County.
NAMI Franklin County - Educational Monthly Meeting- "Ask the Doc"- SR Thorward, MD and Alan Levy, MD
Two Outstanding Psychiatrists Will Answer Questions About Mental Illness, Medications, Side-effects, Latest Research, etc.
This is always a popular event – plan to arrive early!
This event occurs the second Monday of each month.
6:30 p.m. - Social Time
7 - 8:30 p.m. - Program
Maple Grove Methodist Church
7 West Henderson Road
Corner of Henderson and North High Street
Parking access from West Aldrich
1 block south on High Street from the Henderson/High intersection
All discussion forums are FREE and open to the public.
Dublin Counseling Center
The EMDR Network
The EMDR Network is a free group open to any clinician who has completed
Weekend One of EMDR training via the EMDR Institute.
The fourth Thursday of the month
12 pm to 1:30 pm
Dublin Counseling Center
299 Cramer Creek Court
Dublin, OH 43017
614-889-5722
www.dublincounselingcenter.org
Feel free to bring your lunch.
The purpose of the network meeting is to provide a forum in which both newly
trained and experienced
WEDNESDAYS AT BEXLEY
MENTAL HEALTH: NAVIGATING THE MAZE OF DIAGNOSIS AND HELP
Bexley United Methodist Church
2657 E. Broad St., Bexley, OH 43209
5:30-6:30 Meal
6:30-7:30 Classes for everyone
"Family Perspectives on Mental Health: Interaction with Mental Illness and Caregiver"
Feb. 1, 2012
Mary Acierno, NAMI teacher and family member
"Experiencing and Living with Mental Illness: A Client's Perspective"
Feb. 8, 2012
Gabe Howard, NAMI FC
"Resources for Sufferers, Families and Friends: Help and Practical Answers to Questions"
Feb. 15, 2012
Rachelle Martin, NAMI FC
Netcare Live
Netcare Live is a quarterly 1-hour opportunity for interested groups or professionals to learn
more about what Netcare offers to the community and what we do at Netcare.
The next meetings are:
February 22, 2012 at 10:30A.M.
May 23, 2012 at 2:30P.M.
Contact Kimberly Reynolds to attend.
199 South Central Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43223
614-278-0109
kreynolds@netcareaccess.org
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY
Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute, Room 170 Auditorium
473 W. 12th Avenue
“Culture and Psychotherapy”
February 1, 2012, 1-2 p.m.
Anne McVey, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor , Department of Psychiatry
Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology & OncologyThe Ohio State University
“Complementary and Alternative Treatments for ADHD”
February 8, 2012, 1-2 p.m.
Nicholas Lofthouse, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry
L. Eugene Arnold, M.D., M.Ed.
Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry
Principal Investigator, Nisonger
Elizabeth Hurt, Ph.D.
Clinical Site Coordinator, Nisonger Research Unit
“Presentation and Assessment of Psychiatric Symptoms in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders”
February 15, 2012, 1-2 p.m.
Andrea Witwer, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor , Department of Psychiatry
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology NisongerCenter
Dublin Counseling Center
“Trauma and Dissociation: Fundamentals of Assessment and Treatment”
Presented by: Helen Hill, LISW-S & Cheri Kerr, PCC-S
Participants will learn
• historical and cultural aspects related to treatment of trauma related disorders
• how to utilize specific screening tools for trauma-related disorders
• awareness of special considerations in therapy with trauma survivors
• beginning strategies for treatment of complex dissociative disorders
Friday Jan 13, 2012 9AM-12:15PM
Friday Feb 17, 2012 9AM-12:15PM
Friday Mar 9, 2012 9AM-12:15PM
Friday Apr 20, 2012 9AM-12:15PM
Registration begins at 8:30 for each session
Total Cost $180
SPACE IS LIMITED to 30 PARTICIPANTS
Training will occur at Dublin Methodist Hospital’s main conference room.
Dublin Counseling Center is approved as a Continuing Professional Education provider of programs and adheres to the requirements of the State of Ohio Counselor,
Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board. A total of 12 clock hours CEUs for Counselor/Social Workers will be provided. Attendees will come to all four sessions.
For questions regarding the content of the program, please contact Helen Hill 614.565.6048 or Cheri Kerr 614.563.8572.
Questions regarding registration or logistics, contact Kathy Ritchey, Ph.D. kritchey@dublincounselingcenter.org
Live a healthier, more fulfilling life this year!
Learn to take care of the ones you love- your children, your parents, and especially yourself!
Location: All classes will be held at Concord Counseling Services 700 Brooksedge Blvd. Westerville, OH
Time: Thursday evening 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm. (note- series length varies; dates subject to change)
Cost: First session of each class- no charge
Following Sessions $10 each
Discount for purchase of classes by series
Contact: To confirm details and/or register for the first class in each series, call (614) 882-9338 ext 0
2012 Series
1. Reduce Your Personal Stress
January 19-February 23
6 weeks facilitated by Eric Reinhart, PCDo you find yourself trying to do too many things at once? The ancient
practice of MINDFULNESS can be effective in helping reduce anxiety,
decreasing recurrences of depression, or managing chronic pain.
You will develop skills to cope more effectively with your hectic life by:
• Changing how you relate to the world
• Enhancing your peace of mind
• Developing insight2. Believe in Yourself
March 8-April 12
6 weeks facilitated by Deborah Kadlec, LISW, LCDCIIIAs a woman, do you sometimes find yourself taking care of others so
much that you forget to take care of yourself?
You will learn about:
• Self esteem
• Personal empowerment and assertiveness
• How to set healthy boundaries
• Improve our communication with others
• How to say “no” without feeling guilty
3. Improve Your Relationships with Your Child- Become a Better
Parent
April 19- May 10
4 weeks facilitated by Theresa Black, LISWDo you have moments when your child's behavior drives you absolutely
crazy? Do find yourself responding to your kids in ways you don’t feel
good about?
You will learn:
• Easy-to-use strategies for changing your child's behavior while also
deepening your emotional connection with them
• How to build on your child’s confidence and improve cooperation
• More positive models of discipline and communication with your
children4. Get organized and save time to do the things you want to do
May 17- June 7
4 weeks facilitated by Karen Kruzan, LISWDoes it seem like you do not enough time to do the things you love?
Are you stressed out by all the paper coming into your house and
confused about what you should keep?
You will learn:
• A variety of filing options so you can find the one that works
best for you
• What documents you need to keep and for how long
• How to keep the most important papers in front of you
• Techniques to be more productive
• A variety of calendar options to find one that works for you
• How to manage family schedules
• How to accomplish more in less time5. You Are Not Alone- Take better care of your elderly parents
and yourself
June 21- July 22
4 weeks facilitated by Beverly Phipps, RNIs caring for a loved one becoming an overwhelming responsibility? Do
you feel all alone?
You will learn about:
• Myths and Realities of Aging- What it is and what it is not
• How to care for yourself while you tend to your loved one
• Making the best decisions about living arrangements-Nursing
Home/Assisted Living/Living Alone
• Resources for you in Franklin and Delaware Counties
6. Gain Peace of Mind- Develop a Supportive Living Plan for your
Adult Child after you are gone
Date to be determined
1 free class facilitated by Marilyn Messina, LISWIf you are caring for an adult child with mental illness or a
developmental disability do you ever worry about what life will be like
for them when you are no longer around to do the job? You will learn
how to create your family’s personalized plan to support your loved
one into the future by using and discussing a draft of a plan.