Epilepsy Alliance Ohio Seminar Series - "Adapting to Change: Developing Resilience”
Speaker: Sandy Morgenthal, M.Ed., PsyD, PCC-S, CCFC, RN
About the Seminar: We all like consistency and want good things to stay the same. Even some not so good things are held onto because they seem better than the unknown. And yet, change is a certainty, like death and taxes. We cannot avoid it; it must be part of our lives; an unwanted piece that requires adaptation and resilience.
This course will provide attendees with some helpful ways to be more flexible with change. Since it a natural part of life, change can show us the reasons and benefits of it, or it can make us miserable. There may be downsides to be dealt with, but they need not be a deterrent to our health and happiness.
Counselors are often the person people come to for their needs in adapting to change. Good habits in addressing change for individuals, couples, families, work environments, and social groups will be taught. Since we can't escape change, we might as well manage it better.
About the Seminar: We all like consistency and want good things to stay the same. Even some not so good things are held onto because they seem better than the unknown. And yet, change is a certainty, like death and taxes. We cannot avoid it; it must be part of our lives; an unwanted piece that requires adaptation and resilience.
This course will provide attendees with some helpful ways to be more flexible with change. Since it a natural part of life, change can show us the reasons and benefits of it, or it can make us miserable. There may be downsides to be dealt with, but they need not be a deterrent to our health and happiness.
Counselors are often the person people come to for their needs in adapting to change. Good habits in addressing change for individuals, couples, families, work environments, and social groups will be taught. Since we can't escape change, we might as well manage it better.
- Topic Date:
- Thursday July 31, 2025
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 12:15pm EDT
- Price:
- $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends July 30, 2025 at 11:59am EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025, 10:19am EDT | July 30, 2025, 11:59am EDT | $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee |
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio Professional Seminar Series - “Integrative Mental Health"
Speaker: Amanda Porter, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC
About the Seminar: The most widely accepted etiology of mental ill-ness is the neurotransmitter theory. However, with only about 50% of patients responding to traditional psychiatric medications, an integrative approach to mental health treatment is increasingly becoming more desirable and effective. Learn about other etiologies of mental health illnesses, as well as complementary and alternative treatment options.
About the Seminar: The most widely accepted etiology of mental ill-ness is the neurotransmitter theory. However, with only about 50% of patients responding to traditional psychiatric medications, an integrative approach to mental health treatment is increasingly becoming more desirable and effective. Learn about other etiologies of mental health illnesses, as well as complementary and alternative treatment options.
- Topic Date:
- Thursday August 28, 2025
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 12:15pm EDT
- Price:
- $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends August 27, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025, 2:26am EDT | August 27, 2025, 12:00pm EDT | $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee |
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio Seminar Series - “Side Effects of Psychotropic Medications"
Speaker: Mary Jo Pollock, MSN, CNS
NOTE TIME: 8:30AM TO 11:45 AM
About the Seminar: Psychotropic medications are used to treat the symptoms of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety dis-orders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. With the help of these medications, many people lead more fulfilling lives. As with any medication, side effects can occur. This seminar will discuss most common side effects of specific medications and factors influencing person’s response to the medication
NOTE TIME: 8:30AM TO 11:45 AM
About the Seminar: Psychotropic medications are used to treat the symptoms of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety dis-orders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. With the help of these medications, many people lead more fulfilling lives. As with any medication, side effects can occur. This seminar will discuss most common side effects of specific medications and factors influencing person’s response to the medication
- Topic Date:
- Thursday September 25, 2025
- Start Time:
- 8:30am EDT
- End Time:
- 11:45am EDT
- Price:
- $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends September 23, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025, 2:16am EDT | September 23, 2025, 12:00pm EDT | $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee |
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio Seminar Series - "Chronic Medical Illness and Mental Health"
Speaker: Nelson F. Rodriguez, M.D, DABPN, FAPA
About the Seminar: Chronic medical illnesses have been linked to mental health and psychiatric disorder, and vice versa. There have been proposed mechanisms about their associations and linkage. And addressing one may also benefit the other.
This lecture is an attempt to understand these issues. And most importantly explore what kind of lifestyle changes and lifestyle psychiatry principles may help achieve better outcomes in treatment and prevention.
About the Seminar: Chronic medical illnesses have been linked to mental health and psychiatric disorder, and vice versa. There have been proposed mechanisms about their associations and linkage. And addressing one may also benefit the other.
This lecture is an attempt to understand these issues. And most importantly explore what kind of lifestyle changes and lifestyle psychiatry principles may help achieve better outcomes in treatment and prevention.
- Topic Date:
- Thursday October 30, 2025
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 12:15pm EDT
- Price:
- $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends October 29, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025, 1:00am EDT | October 29, 2025, 12:00pm EDT | $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee |
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio Seminar Series - “Supporting Our Loved Ones with Behavioral Health Concerns”
Speaker: Peter White, M.A., LPCC, LICDC
About the Seminar: Understanding the impact of behavioral health conditions on individuals, families and communities and the best ways to develop treatment interventions and supports to respond to crisis, ease distress, and grow in recovery will be discussed. Focus will include managing common personal and family barriers in seeking and benefiting from available help, coping with the often acute and enduring levels of suffering experienced, and considering how best to communicate effectively to help people heal and grow
About the Seminar: Understanding the impact of behavioral health conditions on individuals, families and communities and the best ways to develop treatment interventions and supports to respond to crisis, ease distress, and grow in recovery will be discussed. Focus will include managing common personal and family barriers in seeking and benefiting from available help, coping with the often acute and enduring levels of suffering experienced, and considering how best to communicate effectively to help people heal and grow
- Topic Date:
- Thursday November 20, 2025
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EST
- End Time:
- 12:15pm EST
- Price:
- $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends November 19, 2025 at 12:00pm EST
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025, 1:21am EDT | November 19, 2025, 12:00pm EST | $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee |
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio Seminar Series - "The Impact of Addiction on Children and Families"
Speaker: Dr. Megan Schrantz, Ed.D., LPCC
About the Seminar: Addiction is not just an individual struggle; it impacts all members of the family. Nearly 1 in 8 children in the U.S. live with a parent struggling with addiction. These children often face neglect, anxiety, and are at higher risk of developing behavioral health issues themselves. Addiction can lead to role confusion, emotional instability, and strained relationships within families. Addressing addiction requires compassion, collaboration, and therapeutic
About the Seminar: Addiction is not just an individual struggle; it impacts all members of the family. Nearly 1 in 8 children in the U.S. live with a parent struggling with addiction. These children often face neglect, anxiety, and are at higher risk of developing behavioral health issues themselves. Addiction can lead to role confusion, emotional instability, and strained relationships within families. Addressing addiction requires compassion, collaboration, and therapeutic
- Topic Date:
- Thursday December 11, 2025
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EST
- End Time:
- 12:15pm EST
- Price:
- $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends December 10, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025, 2:09am EDT | December 10, 2025, 11:59pm EST | $60.00 Seminar Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee |
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