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Batson, Julie, LCSW

Ms. Batson has been a trauma focused therapist at the Veteran’s Health Care System of the Ozarks and Springfield Vet Center, also part of the VA, for over nine years. Ms. Batson earned her MSW in 2001 from Missouri State University and has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 15 years. She has worked in the private sector as well as in medical settings prior to coming to the VA. Ms. Batson is certified in several evidence-based therapies: Prolonged Exposure, PAIRS and Moral Reconation Therapy. Ms. Batson’s interests are of evolving and developing a new vision of PTS, of Post Traumatic Injury and Post Traumatic Growth, in context of effective, compassionate, and long-lasting treatment of trauma in Veterans and civilians. Other interests are effective use of self in the therapeutic process and how outcomes of therapy are reflective of the therapist-client relationship. Ms. Batson has two grown children and lives in Springfield, MO with her three dogs and three cats. An avid reader and amateur of Yoga, she works to better herself, her practice, and her community.

Presentation(s): 

PTSD: Transforming into Post Traumatic Growth: A New Vision for Treatment in Our Veterans

 

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Adams, Scott, CFP, CTFA, ChFC, ChSNC

As a financial planner and a dedicated parent of six children, three of whom have special needs, Scott brings a personal and relatable perspective to families with children with special needs. Speaking to different groups and organizations, Scott shares his personal experience as well as his practical advice on a wide variety of topics. Scott’s personal experience of planning for his own children led him to acquire the specialized knowledge required to plan for their unique legal and financial future. This discovery inspired him to co-found The Special Needs Planning Center and it is what drives him to share the information and knowledge he’s learned with the special needs community. His career was built on a strong financial foundation starting in the financial services industry in 1991. He’s also earned the designation of Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®), Certified Trust Financial Advisor (CTFA), Chartered Special Needs Planner (ChSNP) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®). His financial background paired with his personal experience gives Scott a solid foundation in which to educate families and professionals on their options so they can ensure the continuity of quality care for their loved ones.

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Transitional Planning

 

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Transitional Planning

Speaker(s):

Scott Adams, CFP, CTFA, ChFC, ChSNC

Presentation: This workshop will address key issues with young persons aged 16-25 years as they transition from school to adulthood, including the move from at-home to independent or residential living. Specific topics include Social Security, its importance and retaining it; Medicaid; and the advantages and disadvantages of graduating at eighteen. Guardianship will be defined, as well as alternatives to guardianship. Lastly, we will illustrate how Special Needs Trusts help to ensure quality of life for the child when the parent(s) are no longer able and the importance of a Continuity of Care Plan. Overall, participants will come away with a better understanding of the resources available for individuals aged 16-25 years old.

Objectives:

  1. Explain the long-term planning needs of Individuals with Exceptionalities
  2. Describe how to set a plan for planning financial stability for Individuals with Exceptionalities
  3. Discuss available resources for individuals with Exceptionalities aged 16-25 years
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Zellin, Stacie, MPH

Allison Rayburn, Ph.D., LMFT, MT-BC, earned her doctoral degree in Marriage and family therapy from the Florida State University. She accepted an assistant professor position in the Child and Family Development Program at the University of Central Missouri in 2018 teaching students in marriage and family therapy, human development and family science and child and family development. Her current research interests are trauma, addiction, and recovery support systems. Dr. Rayburn is a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in the state of Missouri.

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Ethics: A Matter of Perspective

 

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Ethics: A Matter of Perspective

Speaker(s):

Stacie Zellin, MPH

Presentation: In an ethical dilemma, professionals may understand what needs to be done, but be unsure about the right approach. How can you determine what is best? This presentation will give you strategies, confidence and expertise when making decisions regarding ethical dilemmas.

Objectives:

  1. Identify strategies to address ethical dilemmas
  2. Develop confidence & expertise in ethical decision making
  3. Increase commitment to ethical decision making

 

 

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Rayburn, Allison, PhD

Allison Rayburn, Ph.D., LMFT, MT-BC, earned her doctoral degree in Marriage and family therapy from the Florida State University. She accepted an assistant professor position in the Child and Family Development Program at the University of Central Missouri in 2018 teaching students in marriage and family therapy, human development and family science and child and family development. Her current research interests are trauma, addiction, and recovery support systems. Dr. Rayburn is a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in the state of Missouri.

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Family Recovery: Partnering with Families to Combat Opioid Use Disorders

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Family Recovery: Partnering with Families to Combat Opioid Use Disorders

Speaker(s):

Adriatik Likcani, PhD

Ryan Peterson, PhD

Allison Rayburn, PhD

Presentation: The presentation will focus on specific interventions on how to engage families and how to partner with them when they have a loved one struggling with Opioid Use Disorder and other substances. Presenters with talk about findings of the pilot program funded through SOR grant to develop and test family systems-based interventions and introduce participants to specific interventions for support groups and psychoeducational groups for families and caring others, and family therapy intervention specific to OUD treatment. The program goals were to: a) educate families on resources for them and their loved one struggling with opioid use disorder to enable engagement in treatment and recovery support services; b) educate families on family dynamics during addiction and the recovery process; c) provide open forums / workshops for families in the most non-stigmatizing and sensitive manner possible in the community to increase participation; d) offer family sessions to families with or without their loved one present to assist them in getting their loved one into treatment; e) enable engagement in treatment for the individual family member/s struggling with opioid and other substance use disorder; f) link the family and the individual members with substance use disorder with resources in their community to assist them in five major domain: basic needs, health and sobriety, secure safe and stable housing; develop a purpose; and to establish safe and supportive networks in their community.

Objectives:

  1. Identify strategies how to engage and partner with families
  2. Introduce concrete ideas and modules for support groups and psychoeducational groups with families
  3. Discuss how to integrate family systems-based interventions into programming

 

 

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Moore, Christi, PhD

Dr. Christi Moore received her Bachelor of Psychology Pre-Medicine at Xavier University of Louisiana. She received her Master’s and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Howard University in Washington, DC, with a primary focus of Child, Adolescent and Family Psychology. Dr. Moore has gained experiences in school, juvenile detention/court mental health clinic, outpatient, inpatient, social service, and community-based settings. Prior to Dr. Moore’s current role as a licensed psychologist with Our Little Haven – Keystone Mental Health Services, she was the developer and Director of Wellness and Clinical Services for a St. Louis-based social service organization with an integrated orientation to service delivery. Dr. Moore is also an adjunct professor at Maryville University and other local universities. Dr. Moore continues to dedicate herself to advances in the field of Psychology through her membership in the American Psychological Association, Missouri Psychological Association (currently serving as MOPA Board Recording Secretary and Diversity Committee Chairperson), and as the past treasurer of the St. Louis Chapter of the Association of Black Psychologists.

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Reducing Cultural Trauma in MH Work: Exploring Cultural Aspects of Child-Centered Assessment & Treatment

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Reducing Cultural Trauma in MH Work: Exploring Cultural Aspects of Child-Centered Assessment & Treatment

Speaker(s):

Christi Moore, PhD

Presentation: When assessing, preparing to treat, and making referrals for youth in mental health services, cultural aspects of their basic functioning can sometimes be overlooked. Key opportunities in building rapport, identifying and reinforcing strengths, aiding in the development of healthy long-term practices, and seeking useful resources can potentially be missed by limited acknowledgement of the impact of a youth’s cultural identity and practices. This presentation seeks to explore the importance of examining cultural aspects for clients, discuss possible pitfalls for mental health/social service professionals with regard to acknowledging aspects of young clients’ cultural experiences, discuss examples of how to address cultural issues comfortably, and discuss strategies for examining cultural aspects in mental health assessment and/or treatment.

Objectives:

  1. Discuss the importance of cultural competence in child-centered mental health assessment and treatment.
  2. Describe some of the cultural factors that may be explored in child-centered assessment and treatment.
  3. Discuss the impact of acknowledging cultural factors for special child populations, such as children in foster and adoptive care