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Psychological Network, Inc. offers Mental Health Seminars to school based personnel, mental health professionals, case managers, attorneys and parents.

I) The Impact of child maltreatment and evidence based treatment strategies

A sad realization in our community is that within the United States approximately 90,000 children are maltreated each year. The effects of child maltreatment can follow and impact development late into adulthood. Effective treatments for trauma related to maltreatment are developing. Brokers (Judges, Attorneys, Case Mangers, etc.) of services to this population of care recipients need to understand the impact of maltreatment on development, as well as recognize effective treatments. This seminar will provide background information regarding the impact of childhood trauma on child and later adult functioning. In addition, a lay persons' overview of treatment options will be presented. Participants will better understand the general components of trauma therapy and how to support individuals who require treatment. Those responsible for case management of children will find this seminar invaluable. Participants will develop and broaden their understanding of the impact of child maltreatment on development and adult functioning.

Facilitator: Linda Sharpe-Taylor, Ph.D.
Fees: $350.00 (includes materials)
Date: April 14 & 15, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

II) Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents

Although children show their anxiety differently than adults might, they suffer from the same types of anxiety disorders. Left untreated, anxiety disorders disturb healthy development of self-image, social skills, and academic achievement. That child or adolescent may then be vulnerable to maladaptive behavior in interpersonal relationships and work settings or to co-morbid mental health problems such as other anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, drug use, etc. Therefore, accurately diagnosing and treating anxiety disorders is essential not only to improve the child's acute Axis I anxiety symptomatology, but also to prevent further psychological problems.

In this seminar you will learn to recognize anxiety in children and adolescents, and you will be able to identify the ways in which anxiety interferes with their social and academic functioning. You will learn what methods can be easily applied in a classroom or home setting, and be able to create treatment plans that work for developing in-school plans for children. Some attention will be given to medications and the benefits and risks of using medication with children; however, the focus will be on what teachers, parents and therapists can do to help children with anxiety function more effectively in school, home, and social settings.

Facilitator: Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D
Fees: $350.00 (includes materials)
Dates: Feb. 15 & 16, 2008 Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

III) The Anxious Brain

Diminishing anxiety requires persistent effort. In clients who are discouraged or fatigued from their anxious symptoms, developing that therapy response is a major challenge. Clients expend more effort and are more compliant in following your instructions for symptom management when you are able to explain why they have their symptoms and why your methods will be effective. When you know the underlying neurobiological causes of anxiety disorders you can more effectively select the treatment methods that will get your clients the fastest symptoms relief of panic, generalized anxiety or social anxiety disorders. This course will present the neurobiological basis of those anxiety disorders and will discuss how psychotherapy effectively relieves the anxious brain.

Facilitator: Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D
Fees: $350.00 (includes materials)
Dates: Feb. 21 & 22, 2008 Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

IV) Advances in Anxiety Treatment

In recent years, there have been so many advances in understanding and treating anxiety disorders that it's hard to keep up. This session will bring you up to date with the latest innovations and help you integrate into your practice the new research findings and therapy models for working with anxiety clients. We'll examine the full range of recent developments, including the current understanding of the brain and how it affects anxiety treatment; new findings about how and when to use different medications, including SSRIs, anti-convulsives, and stimulants; uses of adjunctive therapies, such as massage, yoga, and music; and the impact of lifestyle, including diet, caffeine intake, and sleep habits, on anxiety. You'll take away new approaches and interventions that you can put to use immediately with clients suffering from anxiety.

Facilitator: Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D
Fees: $350.00 (includes materials)
Dates: Feb. 28 & 29, 2008 Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

V) Eating Disorders Assessment and Treatment

This seminar will explore the history, nature, causes, and manifestations, behaviors, health and psychological consequences of eating disorders. Taking this seminar will provide you with statistics, current articles, case studies, and information needed to understand what has become an epidemic in our time. Particular emphasis will be placed on assessment and treatment. Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, and Eating Disorder NOS will specifically be focused on.

Facilitators

Lori Tagger, Ph.D

Melissa Kinser, Psy.D

Fees: $350.00 (includes materials)
Dates: March 21, 22 Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.

VI) Building Assets in Youth: Enhancing Positive Youth Development

This seminar is designed for educators, mental health professionals, faith and community based programs that are interested in helping young people build assets. A foundation will be presented concerning the concept of building assets developed by the SEARCH Institute. Risk and Protective factors developed by Hawkins and Cantaloni will also frame the theoretical basis for the seminar. Time will be spent with participants to learn about the asset and risk and protective model; learn how to assess youth, schools and communities; strategies for individuals, mental health professionals, families, schools and communities to implement to enhance positive youth development; resources; and a plan of action.


Facilitator: Judith Tindall, Ph.D.
Fees: $350.00 (includes materials)
Date: April 8 & 9, 2008 Time: 8:00-4:00

Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D., a licensed clinical psychologist in Illinois and Missouri, is the author of The Anxious Brain. An expert on the treatment of anxiety and depression, she also has extensive training and expertise in the neurobiology of psychological disorders. She is co-founder of the Reflex Delay Syndrome (RDS) Research and Training Institutes, a not-for profit institute founded to promote research and treatment for this disorder affecting academic, social and emotional functioning in children. She earned her M.A. specializing in psychodrama and play therapy with children, and has years of experience as a drug and alcoholism counselor, working with the U.S. Army in Germany and Lutheran Social Services in Illinois before beginning a private psychotherapy practice, specializing in treating trauma and anxiety. As a consultant, she is a sought-after speaker for continuing education seminars, consistently getting the highest ratings from participants for her dynamic style and high quality content. In addition to clinical work, she has written articles for The Psychotherapy Networker magazine, is the author of Stress Solutions: Ten Effective Strategies to Eliminate Your Stress, and has produced Relaxation for Tension and Worry, a CD for breathing, muscle relaxation and imagery to use with anxious clients. Her new book (2007) is published by W.W. Norton, The Anxious Brain: The Neurobiological Basis of Anxiety Disorders and How to Effectively Treat Them.

Judith A. Tindall, Ph.D. is President of Psychological Network, Inc. She is licensed as a psychologist, professional counselor, certified teacher, counselor, National Association of Peer Programs trainer/consultant, C.P.P.E., MBTI Certified Trainer, custody evaluator. She has been in private practice in St. Charles since the late 70's. She has been a consultant at the local, state and national level for both public and private organizations, associations, hospitals, schools, social service agencies and the faith community. She has assisted those organizations on a wide variety of topics including peer programs, positive youth development, safety, strategic planning, teambuilding, leadership development, executive coaching, communication skills, care for the care giver, T.Q.M., stress management, violence prevention, care for the care giver, sexual harassment, diversity and MBTI, community building, HIV-AIDS testing, compulsive gambling and other topics. She has conducted evaluation for individuals, organizations and grants. She spends part of her time providing direct service through counseling to individuals and families in St. Charles community. She has written books, professional journal articles, St. Louis Business Journal and St. Charles Business Magazine. She has written the following books: Peer Program: An In-Depth look at Peer Helping, Peer Helping: Peer Power, Book 1: Becoming an Effective Peer Helper and Conflict Mediator, Peer Power, Book 2, Applying Peer Helping Skills, Peers Helping.

Linda Sharpe-Taylor, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist associated with Psychological Network, Inc and president of Urban Behavioral Health which specializes in assisting youth find permanent placement through effective case management. She has received post doctoral training in family therapy and systemic approaches to community problems. She has expertise in working with families experiencing legal battles regarding custody and visitation. Dr. Sharpe-Taylor serves as a consultant to government agencies, and community-based prevention programs and services. She has developed programs and services that address a variety of issues that include adolescent wellness, school violence, gender-specific programming, community building and risk reduction. She has worked in public and private agencies in greater St. Louis Region. Courts, community-based agencies, and religious affiliated groups have sought Dr. Sharpe-Taylor's expertise and guidance.

Lori Tagger, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and is affiliated with PNI and UMSL. She has received extensive training in working with women's issues and eating disorders. Additionally, she has experience working with relationship issues, relationship violence, sexual assault/abuse, depression, anxiety, career education and academic coaching. Prior to her Ph.D., she was a Special Education teacher, specializing in teaching children with emotional and behavioral impairments. She has done extensive work in working with educators about child development and managing the behavior of children. She has had extensive teaching experience on topics such as eating disorders, sexual assault prevention, and career decisions.

Melissa Strachan Kinser, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist and is affiliated with PNI. She specializes in eating disorders and body image, which includes anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating as well as weight obsession and body dissatisfaction. Dr. Kinser has lectured nationally on the nature and treatment of body image problems. She has done body image research for the past 10 years. She has conducted psychological evaluations and individual, group and family therapy. She has also provides psychological intervention to children, adolescents, and their families and consults with the legal system on a variety of forensic topics.

15 hours of CE with attendance certificate of     Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional     Counselors,  Licensed Social Workers----Graduate     Credit through  Lindenwood University pending.

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