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2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & MEETING

APRIL 20-21, 2018 • ATLANTA, GA

Educate, Empower, Engage

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TABLE OF CONTENTSConference Sponsors ........................................................................................ 4NAMIWalks ......................................................................................................... 5Friday Schedule .................................................................................................. 7Saturday Schedule ............................................................................................. 8Speakers & Presenters .................................................................................... 10Campus Map ...................................................................................................... 13Directions/Off-Site Dining ..............................................................................14

National Partners ..............................................................................................16Board of Directors ............................................................................................ 16Awards Dinner ................................................................................................... 17NAMI Photo Collage ........................................................................................18

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2018 Atlanta, GeorgiaTo register as walker, please visit www.namiwalks.org/georgia.

QUESTIONS? Email Rachel Barber at [email protected].

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2018 Moultrie, Georgia

To register as walker, please visit www.namiwalks.org/southwestgeorgia

QUESTIONS? Email Shannon Bell at [email protected].

NAMIWalks Southwest Georgia

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Gainesville, GeorgiaTo register as walker,

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FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2018TIME SPEAKER TITLE TRACK ROOM

8:30AM–10:00AM Kim Jones & Jack Enter Welcome & Keynote: The Role of Public Safety in

Responding to Mental Health Issues in Georgia Public Safety/ Keynote 243

10:00AM–11:30AM Various Recovery Council Symposium Part I Recovery Day Hall

10:00AM–10:45AM Kelly Morrow-Baez, PhD, LPC HALT in Action: Supporting Clients in Making Lifestyle

Changes for Relapse Prevention (CEU) Professional 245

10:00AM–10:45AM Pat Strode CIT Program Update Public Safety 181

10:00AM–10:45AM

Reinette Arnold, MSW, LCSW & Megan Gleason, LCSW

Comparing Apples to Oranges: Implementing Mobile Crisis Response Programs in Rural and Urban Communities

Public Safety / Advocacy 243

10:45AM–11:00AM BREAK

11:00AM–11:45AM Kayl May Bringing Awareness to a Mental Illness: SchizoAffective

Month and Advocacy Advocacy 245

11:00AM–11:45AM Robert Brown Adapting Styles: Managing Volunteers with Situational

Leadership Theory Affiliate Development 181

11:00AM–11:45AM

Reinette Arnold, MSW, LCSW Stephanie Dixson, LPC & Megan Gleason, LCSW

How Do You Speak During a Crisis? Our Language Can Make All of the Difference

Public Safety / Advocacy 243

11:30AM–12:30PM LUNCH INCLUDED – 2ND FLOOR LOBBY • RECOVERY SYMPOSIUM LUNCH – DAY HALL BREEZEWAY

12:20PM–2:00PM Various Recovery Council Symposium Part II Recovery Day Hall

12:30PM–1:30PM

Dr. Ajani Harmon & Lt. E. Duron Thompson Youth in Crisis Overview Public Safety 243

12:30PM–1:30PM Nathalie Ellis, LPC The Impact of Traumatic Events on Mind & Body (CEU) Professional 245

1:30PM–1:45PM BREAK

1:45PM–2:45PM Mark Dannenfelser, LPC Using Mindfulness to Reduce Anxiety (CEU) Recovery/ Emerging

Trends 181

1:45PM–2:45PM

Pat King, RN & Heather Strickland

At-Risk Adult Exploitation and Trafficking: Hiding in Plain Sight Public Safety 245

1:45PM–2:45PM Donna Parrish, MSW A Child’s Diagnosis: Is It Poverty or Mental Health? Professional 243

2:00PM–2:30PM Various CPS, CARES CPRP – Living the Dream Panel Recovery/Day Hall Day Hall

2:30PM– 3:00PM Various Creating Recovery Communities Recovery/Day Hall Day Hall

2:45PM–3:00PM BREAK

3:00PM–4:00PM Recovery Council Double Trouble Meeting – 12 Steps Recovery/Day Hall Day Hall

3:00PM–4:00PM Samantha Edu, LPC Leverage and Partnerships with Law Enforcement

Improve Outcomes in Vulnerable Populations (CEU) Public Safety 245

3:00PM–4:00PM Pamela Worrell-Carlisle, RN On a Mission: Taking on Stigma and Mental Illness Professional 243

3:00PM–4:00PM Michael Thompson Leadership for the Next Stage Affiliate Development 181

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SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2018 SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2018TIME SPEAKER TITLE TRACK ROOM

9:00AM–9:15AM Kim Jones Welcome Education 280 -

Auditorium

9:00AM–9:30AM Daniel Epstein, LPC, LMHC Welcome and Introductions Children’s Day 181

9:00AM–10:00AM

Teresa Wright-Johnson, & Monique Jackson

Early Support Beyond Educational Walls: Professionals & Parents Collaborating for Youth

Advocacy / Professional 245

9:15AM–11:00AM Various Gubernatorial Forum Education 280 -

Auditorium

9:15AM–9:30AM BREAK

9:30AM–10:00AM Shanta Hayes, MSW Building Your Coping Skills Toolbox,

Recognizing the Supports Around You Children’s Day 181

10:00AM–10:15AM BREAK

10:15AM–10:45AM

Carol Coussons de-Reyes, CPS Be a Survivor! Children’s Day 181

10:15AM–11:15AM Shannon Gordon, LCSW

Understanding the Risk Map and Georgia Public Fee-for-Service and Cost-Based Financing of Behavioral Health

Advocacy 245

11:00AM–11:45AM Jeff Fink The Role Animals Play in Mental Health Treatment and

Recovery: A Family Systems Perspective Children’s Day 181

11:15AM–11:30AM BREAK

11:15AM–12:45PM

Jack Yatsko and representatives from three successful Clubhouses

Clubhouse Forum Recovery 280 - Auditorium

11:30AM–12:30PM Eric Strunz Advocating for a Hopeful & Helpful Mental

Healthcare Policy in Georgia Advocacy 175

11:30AM–12:30PM Dr. Joseph McEvoy New Treatments for Tardive Dyskinesia Professional /

Emerging Trends 243

11:30AM–12:30PM Dick Dressler Surviving Family Crisis Recovery / Advocacy 245

12:00PM–12:30PM Marnie Grodzin The Brain is Attached to the Body:

Use of Yoga Movement with Youth Children’s Day 181

12:30PM–2:00PM

BOXED LUNCH - 2ND FLOOR LOBBYMay be purchased at registration for $5. Limited supply for onsite purchase.

TIME SPEAKER TITLE TRACK ROOM

1:30PM–2:15PM Quyionah Wingfield Family Dance Fitness and Expression Children’s Day 181

2:00PM–3:00PM Tommie Thompson In Jail: What Next? Advocacy 243

2:00PM–3:00PM

Erin Harlow-Parker, APRN, PMHCNS-BC & Ashley Izydore, CMP

CHOA: Behavioral Health Initiative Advocacy / Professional 175

2:30PM–3:00PM Mental Health America Kids on the Block Puppetry Troupe Children’s Day 181

3:00PM–3:15PM BREAK

3:15PM–3:45PM Stephanie Wanza Don’t Be Afraid to Reach for the Stars Children’s Day 181

3:15PM–4:15PM

Nakita Robinson, LMFT & Reinette Arnold, MSW, LCSW

Affiliate Development: Integrating Cultural Competency Practices & Ethical Implications Affiliate Development 243

3:15PM–4:15PM Jaketra Bryant, LPC Tough It Out, Not Talk It Out:

Cultural Issues with Men Seeking Mental Health Advocacy 245

3:15PM–4:15PM Marquita Johnson, LPC Millennial Mindset: Engaging Millennials in Therapy

with TechnologyProfessional/ Emerging Trends 175

3:30PM–4:30PM All Board + Members NAMI Georgia Annual Meeting N/A 280 -

Auditorium

4:15PM–4:30PM BREAK

4:30PM–5:30PM Reinette Arnold, MSW, LCSW Aftercare Matters: The Family’s Role in Suicide Preven-

tion After Hospitalization Advocacy 175

4:30PM–5:30PM Taylor Wesley The Power of WE Advocacy/ Recovery 243

4:30PM–5:30PM Sam Rapier Art, Self-Esteem, and Recovery Recovery Outdoors

4:30PM–5:00PM All Board NAMI Georgia Board Meeting N/A 280 -

Auditorium

5:30PM–7:30PM All Invited

Awards DinnerTickets may be purchased at registration for $7. Limited supply for onsite purchase.

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SPEAKERS & PRESENTERSANJANI HARMON, Ed. D. is a Georgia POST Certified CIT and CIT-Youth instructor with a strong academic and teaching background. Dr. Harmon has been with Atlanta Public Schools Police Department since 2016 as a Training Specialist, POST Senior Instructor, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator and was awarded the Grow, Lead, Transform Award for Excellence. Prior to Atlanta Public Schools Police Department, he was on

staff at the Atlanta Police Academy – Atlanta Police Department for 12 years as a Policy Analyst, Field Training Officer, POST Training Liaison and Senior Instructor. Dr. Harmon is a proven leader who enjoys teaching, volunteering, and embraces innovative challenges. Dr. Harmon received his Doctoral degree in Pastoral and Community Counseling, Doctor of Education in 2015.

SHANTA L. HAYES, graduated from Simmons College with her Master of Social Work degree. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor in Afro-American and African Studies. Her work has been with adolescents and young adults with mental health issues. She is an advocate of self-care, children’s mental health and parenting issues. Shanta has served her community by way of the PTA’s of

several schools, a Girl Scout troop leader and volunteer with her local Youth M.O.V.E. chapter. For self-care she enjoys museums, picnics with her kids and food; eating and preparing it.

ASHLEY IZYDORE, CMP completed her undergraduate program with a Bachelors of Business Administration, Marketing at the University of Georgia in 2012. As a Senior Physician Learning Coordinator at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Ashley plans and executes live educational conferences and activities for employed and community providers for continuing medical education, creates online content for educational

webinar series and is the educational liaison for the Children’s Behavioral Health Provider Education Initiative. Ashley earned her Certified Meeting Professional designation in 2017. She is currently the Vice President of Communications with Meeting Professionals International, Georgia Chapter, after previously serving on the Board of Directors as the Director of Communications.

MONIQUE JACKSON is the Executive Director and CEO of M.O.L.E.I.A. Enterprises LLC, (ME) is a multifaceted, business committed to providing quality, professional and comprehensive services.in the community. She holds a Masters of Art in Philanthropy and Development and a Masters of Science in Educational Studies. She has taught special education in the public schools for 8 years. Her background is extensive in early intervention,

advocacy, nonprofit, public speaking and facilitations.

MARQUITA JOHNSON is a graduate of Mercer University with a Master of Science in Community Counseling and Master of Divinity. Marquita received her undergraduate degree from Georgia State University in Psychology & Sociology. She is a licensed professional counselor, pastoral counselor, distance credentialed counselor, and a nationally certified counselor. Her specialties include millennials, women issues, dating, divorce, and step-

families. While working as a college counselor at Georgia State, Perimeter she found that students were struggling with intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. Currently, Marquita has a private practice, HOPE Counseling LLC and works at SCAD as a counseling and disability specialist.

PAT KING, RN is a post-certified forensic nurse with extensive experience in the investigation and prosecution of abuse, neglect and exploitation of older adults and adults with disabilities (at-risk adults). She is the Manager of the Forensic Special Investigations Unit (FSIU) in the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services (DAS). Her specific areas of interest are suspicious deaths of at-risk adults and human trafficking of at-risk

adults for monthly benefits. Pat is a frequent presenter at state and national conferences on the topic of suspicious deaths of older adults and also on human trafficking of at-risk adults. Pat has co-authored several articles on various aspects of at-risk adult abuse including suspicious deaths. Additionally, Pat co-facilitates a multi-departmental team of non-law enforcement state agencies addressing issues related to trafficking of at-risk adults. Pat, along with members of the GA Bureau of Investigation, co-facilitates the state-wide At-Risk Adult Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE) Work Group.

KAYL MAY is The Customer Service and Leadership Coach “Rise Up and Reach Higher”. She grows and place leaders in businesses by training employees, teens, and young adults on customer service techniques that enhances the customer’s experience which Kayl says is the best way for the business to increase the company’s bottom line. Kayl does this through virtual and classroom trainings, site visits, and secret shoppers. Kayl’s

passion is to work with those coming out of prison to help them gain leadership and customer service skills that will help them be more productive in their personal and business lives.

JOSEPH MCEVOY, MD graduated from Vanderbilt University Medical School. He completed his Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at University of Utah Hospitals and Residency in Psychiatry at Vanderbilt. He has been on the Faculty at Vanderbilt, the University of Pittsburgh, Duke University (retired as Professor Emeritus after 25 years), and now Augusta University. His focus of clinical work and research has been the biology and

treatment of severe mental illness

KELLY MORROW-BAEZ is a PhD in psychology, LPC, author, and wellness trainer. Her first book, PCOS: Lifestyle Strategies to successfully manage polycystic ovary syndrome, will be released February 8. She has been a LPC for over 10 years, 2 of which was spent as an addiction counselor. As a wellness trainer and coach, she is committed to helping clients achieve lifestyle changes that lead to better mental and physical health. She has been quoted in Reader’s

Digest, Teen Vogue, Forbes, Parent’sMagazine, Oxygen, and was featured in Dr. Oz Good Life Magazine. She has also been on numerous podcasts including the EFX Sports Show on ESPN 910. Current audio and video samples can be found at www.fitshrink.com/media

DONNA D. PARRISH is a Program Specialist for HHS/ACF. She is responsible for initiatives across eight states in the Southeast. Donna was a Presidential Management Fellow (PMF) in the 2013 class. Prior to her federal experience, she provided direct therapeutic clinical practice. She was also employed at DHS in Georgia as a: Social Service Program Consultant/Special Investigator, Social Service Subject Matter Expert and a Social Service Case Manager.

During this time she provided Social Service Training. She graduated from Georgia Southern University. Also, she holds a MSW and a Doctor of Philosophy SW degree, both from Clark Atlanta University.

SAM RAPIER is the CPS Training Coordinator for the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network(GMHCN) where he organizes and leads Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) trainings throughout Georgia. Samuel received his formal education at East Tennessee State University and Quillen College of Medicine where he completed his M.S. in Developmental Neurophysiology in 1996 and M.Ed. in Counseling in 1998. The onset of schizophrenia in 2000 was a life changing event and an eye opening 6 year continuation of his education in recovery. The final message of this time spent in learning to understand and navigate challenges of schizophrenia was that people can and do recover. Samuel returned to work in 2006 at View Point Heath first as a clinician and later in 2009 as a CPS, a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) in 2011, and WHAM certified Wellness Coach in 2012. Samuel’s work at View Point Health focused on establishing strengths-based and wellness-oriented groups, activities, and programs, including an ongoing Art and Recovery program.

RANDY REDLINGER, Executive Director, Gateway Randy has been involved with Gateway since 1996 when he began as a Rehabilitation Specialist. Over the years, Randy had served as a Housing Coordinator, Employment Coordinator, Billing Unit Leader, Program Supervisor and was appointed Executive Director mid-2017. He graduated from Bob Jones University with a Bachelor of Arts in Bible Studies and been involved in non-profits serving

people and families with disabilities and special needs his entire professional career. Randy currently serves as a faculty member of Clubhouse International and is responsible for onsite visits to evaluate Clubhouse programs against the thirty-six International Clubhouse Standards. He represents Clubhouse International and Gateway in numerous state, regional and international Clubhouse conferences.

NAKITA ROBINSON has been practicing therapy for 6 years. She has experience in working with both children and adults, specifically with individuals who have experience trauma. Nakita has a focus on not only helping individuals with their own independent problems but also advocacy work within the field of mental health. Nakita continues to grow in her own self-awareness. With yoga, meditation, and practice in healthy eating habits she continues to share

her experiences with bettering her own whole health one day at a time.

WARREN SPARROW has a BS in Rehabilitation Science; is a Master of Social Work, and a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner. Warren is the only person in the world to have worked in five Clubhouse Model programs, having started four from scratch, three of which were the first in their respective states. He has been driven by the needs of people with severe mental illness. Helping people realize their own strengths, find purpose, and to lead productive

and fulfilling lives is what gets him out of bed each day and keeps him going.

HEATHER STRICKLAND is a graduate from Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. She has been in law enforcement for 19 years. Agent Strickland began her career in State Law Enforcement investigating insurance fraud with the Insurance Commissioner’s Office. Agent Strickland joined the GBI in 2002, where she worked in Medicaid Fraud Control Unit for 3 years, then the Atlanta Field

Office for 7 years investigating police officer involved shootings, homicides, child molestations, theft of state funds, and political corruption cases. Agent Strickland was promoted in 2015 to the Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) of the At-Risk Adult investigations for the GBI. In this position, Agent Strickland is focusing on investigations and trainings dealing with the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of at-risk adults.

PAT STRODE worked for the Georgia chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness from 1997 to 2017. During her employment with NAMI Georgia, she served as Program Director, Interim Executive Director, and Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program Administrator. In the latter position, she was responsible for collaborating with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and

Developmental Disabilities, local law enforcement, local Community Service Boards, advocates and other community partners to conduct CIT classes in communities across the state of Georgia. She has assisted in CIT curriculum revisions, and with the development of in-service curriculum for first responders.

SPEAKERS & PRESENTERSREINETTE ARNOLD, MSW, LCSW is owner and Principal Consultant at The Empowerment Agency LLC, a behavioral health consulting firm. Ms. Arnold has over 12 years of experience in behavioral health, suicide prevention, domestic violence, public health and cross-system collaborations. Ms. Arnold completed her Masters of Social Work degree at the University of Georgia in 2009. She completed her Bachelor of Arts

degree in psychology from Georgia State University, with a minor in sociology in 2005. Ms. Arnold is currently a licensed clinical social worker with the state of Georgia (Florida pending) and a nationally certified Master of Addiction Counselor (MAC).

ROBERT BROWN has been training with nonprofits for 25 years. He specializes in Leadership Development and Strategic Planning. He develops his own programs and delivers a range of workshops for the Ken Blanchard Organization, including Situational Leadership, Building Trust, Team Building and Legendary Service. His workshops are interactive and practical. Mr. Brown has an MA from the Ohio State University in Adult Education. He has

clients all over the United States and Europe. He works with groups as large as 5000 people and as small as one. He is based in Decatur, Georgia.

JAKETRA BRYANT is a licensed professional counselor and relationship expert in Georgia and surrounding areas. She graduated with her MA from Argosy University and completed her clinical internship at the Willow Brooke at Tanner Behavioral Health partial hospitalization. Jaketra later continued her clinical practice in state prisons and local jails providing mental health services to maximal security men and women and community

work within the justice system looking at the breakage of family due to mental health. Her work continued in local communities serving those families and individuals with little to no income and individuals who plead not guilty until opening her own business.

CAROL COUSSONS DE REYES is a mother, artist, peer, and Georgia Certified Peer Specialist that has worked in Georgia and Nebraska growing peer support, conferences, and more. She works in crisis response, is the author of Falling Into Peaces, and founder of Survivor Camp for kids.

MARK DANNENFELSER, MA, LPC, founding Director of the Mindfulness Center of Atlanta. Mark is an Atlanta-based LPC, qualified MBSR teacher, EMDR II, certified yoga teacher and adjunct lecturer in the graduate division of philosophy and theology at Spring Hill College. His MBSR, “Unwinding Anxiety,” and Mindful smoking cessation training is with Jon Kabat-Zinn, Saki Santorelli, Judson Brewer, and senior staff from the Center for

Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts. Mark completed clinical training in Integral Yoga Therapy in Cancer & Chronic Illness. He completed Clinical Training in Mind-Body Medicine, by Herbert Benson, MD, Mind/Body Medical Institute.

STEPHANIE DIXON is LPC with a B.S. in Psychology from Georgia State University with a M.Ed. in Guidance & Counseling from the UGA. Prior to joining BHL, she worked for over 8 years in an integrated heath care environment. Since 2013, she has been the regional manager for MCRS in DBHDD region 5. Stephanie has worked with NAMI teaching CIT, the Out of the Darkness Community Walk for Suicide Prevention and the March of

Dimes’ March for Babies. Prior to beginning her counseling career, Stephanie served in the U.S. Army for 6 years active duty as Arab Linguist.

RICHARD (DICK) M. DRESSLER is an author, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather has a passion for life and family that has enabled him to survive 30 years family crisis with addiction and mental illness and the loss of 2 sons. His surviving son, Kevin, has turned his life around due to the program offered by NAMI, and it is a true blessing for Dick and his wife to have a son home again.

DANIEL EPSTEIN is a licensed psychotherapist specializing in young adult issues and has over a decade of experience working in substance abuse treatment. Renowned for his unique therapeutic style and clinical acumen, Daniel relocated to Atlanta from sunny South Florida for the opportunity to contribute his energy and ideas to The Berman Center. He is committed to individualized treatment and using evidence-based best practices to help his

clients and group participants achieve powerful outcomes. Daniel has had extensive training and experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Daniel’s favorite compliment is when clients say, “It doesn’t feel like therapy!”

SAMANTHA EDU is a Liscensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia since 2014. She is currently a Program Manager for Viewpoint Heath Community Service Board. In this position, she has been able to serve the community through individual counseling, facilitating group therapy, and collaborating with community partners to assure that the community becomes Recovery Focused thus creating a healthy community. In clinical

treatment, Samantha focuses on clinical approaches that enable the use of evidenced based treatment such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy fr PTSD in veterans, and oftentimes a Solution Focused approach to meet the clients’ needs.

NATHALIE D. ELLIS, a Licensed Professional Counselor ,a National Certified Counselor, and Certified Professional Clinical Supervisor. I acquired my Master’s in Arts in Professional Counseling from Argosy University in Atlanta in 2000. I have intensive training to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with intense trauma, emotional disturbance, behavioral issues, and relationship conflicts. I have intensive training in Eye Movement

Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Gottman Method Level 1 Couple Therapy. I am a certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and as a Juvenile Sex Offender Counselor. My therapy approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Couples and Relationship, and Art and Play Therapy. I currently have a private practice called ESTEEM Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC where I have been servicing clients since 2012. In my practice, I not only provide therapy services but training, clinical supervision, consultation, and I am a speaker, as well. My mission is to ensure individual have access to mental health services and training.

JACK ENTER has been associated with the field of criminal justice since 1972 when he began his career as a law enforcement officer. Since that time, he has worked as a street police officer, detective, vice/narcotics investigator, and as the administrator of a law enforcement agency in the suburbs of Atlanta. Jack obtained his Ph.D. in 1984 and has served as a professor and administrator in the university setting and served as Director

of Information and Education for the Governor’s Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. He was also one of the research associates assigned to the planning of the security component of the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta. He has lectured throughout the United States and abroad. He recently published his first book: Challenging the Law Enforcement Organization: Proactive Leadership Strategies. Jack lives in Auburn, Georgia, with his wife Barbara. They have three adult children and five grandchildren.

JEFF FINK has dedicated his life to combating stigma surrounding mental health as well as highlighting the opportunity for hope that emerges through the human-animal bond. When traditional treatments alone weren’t providing relief for Jeff’s severe and persistent anxiety and depression, he began training a golden retriever named Earl to be his mental health service dog. Over the course of his journey with Earl by his side, Jeff has remained

unwavering in his determination to provide insights into mental health by speaking and educating about the healing opportunity that exists when integrating animals into a whole-person approach to wellness. In order to make this message more accessible, Jeff founded his company, Go Fetch Wellness, which remains dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals who have mental health and addiction struggles. Jeff holds a B.B.A in Marketing from The University of Georgia and has completed advanced training in Animal Assisted Therapy through the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social Work.

MEGAN GLEASON is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who began her career in rural North Florida after receiving her MSW from University of Central Florida. She has extensive experience working in direct service with individuals, children and families who are in crisis. Upon her move to the Metro Atlanta area, Megan began working as a mobile crisis clinician with Behavioral Health Link. She quickly was promoted to supervisor and is

currently in the role of Regional Manager. The Region 3 Mobile crisis team services six counties in and around the Atlanta (Region 3) area and operates 24/7/365. She is currently licensed in both Florida and Georgia. Megan helped to develop and pilot the innovative Paramedic/Behavioral Health project, which responds to mental health 911 calls, this program remains running 3 years after the initial pilot. She has additionally been an integral part of developing, implementing and maintaining a highly successful Mobile Crisis team.

SHANNON TERRELL GORDON, LCSW is the first female Chief Executive Officer in the history of River Edge, a comprehensive, regional provider of services and supports for children, adolescents, adults and families who experience mental illness, addiction, developmental disability/autism, or co-occurring disorders and reside in, predominantly, ten central Georgia counties until River Edge began core adult outpatient services in Fulton

county Georgia in January 2018.

MARNIE GRODZIN is a trained social worker previously holding a LCSW in Illinois and Texas. After moving to Atlanta four years ago, Marnie made a career shift or addition by incorporating yoga, meditation and breath work when working with others. This April Marnie opened Gathered and Grounded, located in Decatur, Georgia, with the mission of: Holistic positive and supportive mental and physical health services for youth and those who

care for them. One of Marnie’s life missions is to shatter the stigma attached to mental illness. Her professional motto: Connecting People and Building Bridges.

ERIN HARLOW-PARKER, APRN, PMHCNS-BC has worked in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry for 30 years. She received her BSN from Rhode Island College and her MSN from Northeastern University. She has been a member of the psychiatry consult team at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for 11 years. In addition to her direct patient care responsibilities, she is actively involved in many state behavioral health initiatives to improve the

behavioral health needs of youth in Georgia. She lectures frequently on suicide awareness and prevention, the multidisciplinary team approach to the medical treatment of patients with eating disorders and basic mental health topics to non-behavioral healthcare providers.

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NAMI GEORGIA CONFERENCE11—Atlanta Administration & Conference Center (AACC)2930 Flowers Road South

NAMI GEORGIA RECOVERY COUNCIL SYMPOSIUM2—Cecil B. Day Hall

WALKING TRAIL short cut to Recovery Council SymposiumPlease use caution and WATCH YOUR STEP

SPEAKERS & PRESENTERSERIC STRUNZ is Outreach Manager at the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute where he educates and empowers community stakeholders around shared policy interests to help build a more prosperous Georgia. Eric previously worked as a data analyst for Children Without Worms, a global health nonprofit that helps children in more than 100 countries lead healthier lives. Global or local, Eric believes that good information, compelling

communication and authentic engagement can yield significant progress for communities everywhere. Eric graduated from the University of Florida and holds a master’s in public health from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University.

ERNEST THOMPSON was born and raised in Albany, Ga and a graduate of Dougherty Comprehensive High School. The youngest of four, Lt. Thompson joined the United States Army immediately upon graduating high school where he served as an Airborne Infantrymen. During his military career, he participated in three campaigns, Operation Desert Storm, Stabilization Force 9 (Bosnia) and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is currently retired from the

Army and a recipient of the Purple Heart. Lt. Thompson worked as a Correctional Officer for over five years at Jimmy Autry State Prison. There he worked on the Correctional Emergency Team (C.E.R.T) and as a Drill Instructor in the Intensive Therapeutic Program (ITP) Lt. Thompson has been a police officer with the Albany Police Department for 15 years. He has worked in patrol and after being promoted to the rank of Sergeant, he supervised the agency’s Gang Task Force. After three years, the police department’s Training Coordinator retired and the agency was in search of a new one. After a through vetting process, Lt. Thompson was chosen and for the position. Along with Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice degree from Albany State University, he also holds the following law enforcement Instructor Certifications: General, Firearms, Speed Detection, CPR, CIT. In addition to teaching at different agencies, Lt. Thompson also is an adjunct Instructor with Georgia Public Safety Center (GPSTC).

MICHAEL THOMPSON is a family support group leader for Rockdale and Newton Counties. He has 30 years of leadership experience with over a dozen community organizations and trade associations. Before coming to Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA, he was the Director for National Associations and Strategic Planning at the Association Development Group in Albany, NY. From youth and college students to consultants and

government officials, Michael has trained hundreds of leaders to grow their strategic capacity. He also serves as an elder for the First Presbyterian Church of Covington, GA.

TOMMIE THOMPSON is a member of NAMI Northside Atlanta where she serves on the Board of Directors. She is a Family Support Group Facilitator and a NAMI Smarts advocacy trainer. Tommie has a 25 year old son living with schizophrenia at Augusta State Medical Prison (ASMP). She visits him most every Saturday. He was arrested six years ago and has been incarcerated in Dekalb County Jail, Georgia Regional Hospital, Georgia

Diagnostics and Classification Prison, Valdosta State Prison and ASMP. She has spent much of the past six years navigating the court, jail and prison systems. She feels that networking in the administrations and with other prison moms has been a benefit to her son’s recovery. She also has experience with the juvenile court and detention centers in Dekalb County. Tommie is looking forward to meeting others who have questions about these systems and sharing her experience.

STEPHANIE WANZA is a consultant and counselor at Family Uplift in Jonesboro, GA, where she provides counseling, supervision and assessment services for youth place in foster homes. She is also the pastor and founderat Fountain of Life Ministries International in Norcross, GA.

TAYLOR WESLEY is a professional Keynote Speaker and Mental Health Advocate through sharing her experience with Addiction and Recovery. After seeking treatment, Taylor returned to her University where her goal was to use her story to change the way people saw mental health. She soon became the Health and Wellness Director for the Student Government Association and was then crowned Auburn University’s Miss Homecoming.

She used her platform, “Spread Wellness with Wesley” to encourage transparency by revealing her story of recovery and life as a sober college student. She was awarded with the JC Runyon Foundation Person of the Year where proceeds went to scholarships for students returning to school after seeking treatment for mental health. Now sober for almost 4 years, she serves as a recruiter, a Board member for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, member of the National Speakers Association, Wellness Universe advocate, a fitspot wellness instructor, and works every day to change the conversation about mental health. Previously a board member of NAMI Alabama where she spoke at their yearly conference, Taylor is transferring to NAMI Georgia and is excited to dive into the community.

QUYIONAH WINGFIELD CEO Cool Moms Dance Too Turning Lemon Into Lemonade Quyionah lost her significant other to mental illness by suicide. Her in depth personal experience with mental illness, suicide, the possibility of heredity, trauma and positive coping mechanism pushed her to create Cool Moms Dance Too. CMDToo is a mommy and me fitness and dance as therapy company.

JUDY WISSING, MS, CRC, CBIS is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Certified Brain Injury Specialist at Side by Side Brain Injury Clubhouse in Stone Mountain, GA. She has received certification through the Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators ( ACRE) to be a service provider in Customized Employment in the state of Georgia. She has worked in the brain injury field for over 20 years and worked as an adjunct professor for Marian

College in Indianapolis, IN. Using a person-centered model she assists individuals with acquired brain injury adjust to their new normal and resume participation in their communities. She is a participant in Clubhouse International and the International Brain Injury Clubhouse Alliance. She maintains memberships with the American Counseling Association and American Rehabilitation Counseling Association. Most importantly, she believes it is important for every person to feel valued and socially connected and thus strives to help individuals and their support team develop opportunities where this can occur.

DR. PAMELA WORRELL-CARLISLE holds a double major at the Master’s degree level in Nursing and Counseling Psychology and a doctoral degree in Educational Psychology: Human Development. Clinical experience includes inpatient psychiatric, community health, developmental disability care, and hospice. As the lead faculty for the BSN Mental Health Nursing course, she is committed to reducing stigma among student nurses so they will be

motivated and prepared for caring for the mind and body as an integrated whole and to service the local community by promoting open dialogue about mental health.

TERESA WRIGHT-JOHNSON is a true Entrepreneur, Mommy, and Family Advocate who for several years has helped women, children, and families develop sound systems for educational and economic success. As a business owner, coach, mentor, and certified specialist. Teresa has helped thousands of people throughout her career.

MIKE WNUK, Member, Gateway Mike has been an active member of Gateway since November 12, 1993. Taking advantage of many opportunities at Gateway, Mike has lived in his own apartment since 1994, worked on many job within the community and has mentored many Clubhouse’s from around the world through the Colleague Training program at Gateway. Mike often shares his story of recovery and success through the United Way of

Greenville Campaign and meetings at Marshal Pickens Hospital. Mike has been an active member of the faculty for Clubhouse International since 2014 completing 11 accreditation visits. Just recently, he had the opportunity to be part of the faculty team which accredited the first Clubhouse Model in Paris, France! Mike and his family were originally from Clermont, France. Being part of the wellness initiative at Gateway, Mike is glad to announce that he has lost over 100 lbs. and feels great!

JACK YATSKO has been with Clubhouse International for 16 years, and his career in mental health spans 30 years. Jack works closely with our international certified Training Bases and Faculty for Clubhouse development; helps develop new Clubhouses; and provides technical assistance to existing Clubhouses and groups or individuals seeking to learn more about the Clubhouse Model. He began his Clubhouse career in

Hawaii in 1989 at Friendship House, the first Clubhouse program in Hawaii. Jack continues to reside in Hawaii although his travels take him across the globe. Jack has a Master’s degree in Social Work.

Your NAMI Georgia Staff

Kim H. Jones, Executive DirectorRachel Barber, Development Manager Bonnie Hannah, Affiliate Relations Manager Maria Ramos, Program ManagerKathleen Elmiger, First Responder Program Coordinator Shamika Gooding, Office Coordinator Ashley Smith, Resources Coordinator Yuniko Tonge, Data CoordinatorBecky Watson, Website Coordinator

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BHL operates the statewide crisis and access line for Georgia, where integrated technology ensures an air tra�c control level of coordination and connection. Where individuals incrisis at 2 am can get an intake scheduled near their home. Where we never let go untilthe person is safely connected with care.

To learn more, visit www.behavioralhealthlink.com or email us [email protected]. For help with problems with mental health, developmental disabilities, drugs or alcohol call the Georgia Crisis & Access Line 24/7/365 at 1-800-715-4225.

If you are impacted by mental illness and want to get back to work, let GVRA help.

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Sometimes, a helping hand is all you need.

DIRECTIONS TO MERCER UNIVERSITY (ATLANTA CAMPUS)Traveling north on I-85 From downtown Atlanta, take Exit 94 and turn RIGHT onto Chamblee-Tucker Road. At the second traffic light, turn RIGHT onto Mercer University Drive and then an immediate RIGHT on to Flowers Road.

Traveling south on I-85 From outside the perimeter, take Exit 94 and turn LEFT onto Chamblee-Tucker Road. At the third traffic light, turn RIGHT onto Mercer University Drive and then an immediate RIGHT on to Flowers Road.

Traveling on I-285 north/west Take Exit 34 and turn LEFT onto Chamblee-Tucker Road. Proceed for 1.2 miles, then turn LEFT onto Mercer University Drive and then an immediate RIGHT on to Flowers Road.

Traveling on I-285 east Take the Chamblee-Tucker Road Exit, turn RIGHT onto Chamblee-Tucker Road. Proceed for 1.2 miles, then turn LEFT onto Mercer University Drive and then an immediate RIGHT on to Flowers Road.

DIRECTIONS TO ATLANTA ADMINISTRATION CONFERENCE CENTERAfter turning onto Mercer University Drive, take an immediate RIGHT onto Flowers Road (Flowers Road completes a circle around the campus with Mercer University Drive). The Atlanta Administration Conference Center will be the first Mercer entrance you come to on your LEFT – 2930 Flowers Road South.

RECOVERY COUNCIL SYMPOSIUM - DIRECTIONS TO CECIL B. DAY HALLIf on Flowers Road South, passing the entrance to the Atlanta Administration and Conference Center (AACC) on your left, turn LEFT at the large Mercer University sign just after the Marta bus stop.

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AKA - Starting in 2015, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA) and NAMI

are working together to increase mental health awareness in the African American community. AKA Chapters

work with NAMI Georgia and Affiliates across the state to educate African

Americans about mental health, treatment and recovery. Together, we can help communities access much needed treatment services

and support.

HOSA-Future Health Professionals and NAMI announced a partnership in 2016 which focuses on engaging youth

around mental illness. Local chapters throughout the state plan activities that include fundraising, community

service projects, and volunteer hours. HOSA works directly with NAMI to

help expand mental health education, awareness, and support activities

that help improve the lives of individuals and families affected

by mental illness.

Jack and Jill of America - NAMI is proud to partner with Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Starting in 2017, our organizations are coming together to increase mental health awareness in African American communities across the country. Jack

and Jill of America, Inc., is a membership organization of mothers with children

ages 2–19, dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders by strengthening children through leadership development,

volunteer service, philanthropic giving and civic duty.

NAMI NATIONAL PARTNERS

Susie Kyle PresidentDr. Ron Koon Vice PresidentCheryl Benefield TreasurerDebra Feagins Secretary/Bylaws ChairFaye Taylor Executive Committee Bill Carruthers Monique Carter Nomination Chair Joanna JungermanBrian LeDiane Marinelli Public Policy Chair Dr. Rhonda Milner Jennifer PhilipsKurt Schulzke Finance Chair Dr. Sarah VinsonGary Yandura

NAMI GEORGIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

On behalf of NAMI Georgia, we are so thankful for your years of service and support! Your commitment and dedication to our mission and your donation of time, skills and resources is inspiring.

Joanna Jungerman Dr. Ron Koon Brian Le Jennifer Philips

Terms Ending — Up for Re-Election

NEW THIS YEAR!Children’s Day at the NAMI Georgia Annual Conference

Saturday, April 21stInteractive Workshops: Come learn alongside your children!

Coping strategies and effective exercises to help them learn about and manage mental illness

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NAMI Georgia Awards

DINNERJoin us for the 2018

5:30PM Dinner

5:30PM–5:50PMWelcome

5:50PM CIT Awards

CIT Officer of the Year “Joey Award”CIT Gold Partnership Award

6:00PM NAMI Georgia Recovery Council Award

Outstanding Community Partner

6:10PMYoung Leader Award

Provider AwardCommunity Partner Award

Friend of NAMI Award Program Leader Recognition

Affiliates of the Year RecognitionPresident’s Award

Hall of FameMental Health Champion

7:15pm Adjourned

Tickets may be purchased onsite at registration for $7. Limited availability.

2017 AWARDS 2017 AWARDS

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for the candidates seeking to become Georgia’s next Governor. Please join us to hear what they have to say!

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(This event is not a program of Mercer University)

This NAMI Georgia educational forum follows a nonpartisan, unbiased and impartial format. All candidates for Governor have been invited to participate at this event. Campaign literature, buttons, signs, clothing or any other campaign-related items

must NOT be brought into the room. No questions from the audience will be allowed. Hecklers will NOT be tolerated and will be asked to leave the room immediately.

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Español (Spanish): Si usted, o alguien a quien está ayudando, tiene preguntas acerca de Peach State Health Plan, tiene derecho a obtener ayuda e información en su idioma sin costo alguno. Para hablar con un intérprete, llame al 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): Nếu quý vị, hay người mà quý vị đang giúp đỡ, có câu hỏi về Peach State Health Plan, quý vị sẽ có quyền được giúp và có thêm thông tin bằng ngôn ngữ của mình miễn phí. Để nói chuyện với một thông dịch viên, xin gọi 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Peach State Health Plan Member Rewards!As a Peach State Health Plan member, you can take advantage of our rewards and benefi ts! We off er these benefi ts to eligible members. For more information, please call Member Services 1-800-704-1484.

GYM MEMBERSHIPS• Eligibility: 16 years of age or

older at participating locations only

• Call Member Services to enroll in aparticipating gym

• Parent must accompany childbetween the age of 16 and 17.

GIRL SCOUTS• Eligibility: K-8th grade students

and parents

• Call Member Services to requestGirl Scout Certifi cate

• Annual Renewals begin in April

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS• Eligibility: 3-14 years of age at

participating organizations only

• Call Member Services to requesta Sports Scholarship Certifi cate

• Certifi cates are good for August-April, only

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB• Eligibility: 6-18 years of age at

participating clubs only

• Call Member Services to requesta Boys & Girls Club Certifi cate

• Certifi cates are good for August-April, only

pshp.com© 2018 Peach State Health Plan. All rights reserved.

Peach State Health Plan complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Interpreter services are provided free of charge to you. Peach State Health Plan has a telephone language line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Are you hearing impaired? If so, we can help you. Call: TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056.

Español (Spanish): Si usted, o alguien a quien está ayudando, tiene preguntas acerca de Peach State Health Plan, tiene derecho a obtener ayuda e información en su idioma sin costo alguno. Para hablar con un intérprete, llame al 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): Nếu quý vị, hay người mà quý vị đang giúp đỡ, có câu hỏi về Peach State Health Plan, quý vị sẽ có quyền được giúp và có thêm thông tin bằng ngôn ngữ của mình miễn phí. Để nói chuyện với một thông dịch viên, xin gọi 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Peach State Health Plan Member Rewards!As a Peach State Health Plan member, you can take advantage of our rewards and benefi ts! We off er these benefi ts to eligible members. For more information, please call Member Services 1-800-704-1484.

GYM MEMBERSHIPS• Eligibility: 16 years of age or

older at participating locations only

• Call Member Services to enroll in aparticipating gym

• Parent must accompany childbetween the age of 16 and 17.

GIRL SCOUTS• Eligibility: K-8th grade students

and parents

• Call Member Services to requestGirl Scout Certifi cate

• Annual Renewals begin in April

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS• Eligibility: 3-14 years of age at

participating organizations only

• Call Member Services to requesta Sports Scholarship Certifi cate

• Certifi cates are good for August-April, only

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB• Eligibility: 6-18 years of age at

participating clubs only

• Call Member Services to requesta Boys & Girls Club Certifi cate

• Certifi cates are good for August-April, only

pshp.com© 2018 Peach State Health Plan. All rights reserved.

Peach State Health Plan complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Interpreter services are provided free of charge to you. Peach State Health Plan has a telephone language line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Are you hearing impaired? If so, we can help you. Call: TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056.

Español (Spanish): Si usted, o alguien a quien está ayudando, tiene preguntas acerca de Peach State Health Plan, tiene derecho a obtener ayuda e información en su idioma sin costo alguno. Para hablar con un intérprete, llame al 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): Nếu quý vị, hay người mà quý vị đang giúp đỡ, có câu hỏi về Peach State Health Plan, quý vị sẽ có quyền được giúp và có thêm thông tin bằng ngôn ngữ của mình miễn phí. Để nói chuyện với một thông dịch viên, xin gọi 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Peach State Health Plan Member Rewards!As a Peach State Health Plan member, you can take advantage of our rewards and benefi ts! We off er these benefi ts to eligible members. For more information, please call Member Services 1-800-704-1484.

GYM MEMBERSHIPS• Eligibility: 16 years of age or

older at participating locations only

• Call Member Services to enroll in aparticipating gym

• Parent must accompany childbetween the age of 16 and 17.

GIRL SCOUTS• Eligibility: K-8th grade students

and parents

• Call Member Services to requestGirl Scout Certifi cate

• Annual Renewals begin in April

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS• Eligibility: 3-14 years of age at

participating organizations only

• Call Member Services to requesta Sports Scholarship Certifi cate

• Certifi cates are good for August-April, only

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB• Eligibility: 6-18 years of age at

participating clubs only

• Call Member Services to requesta Boys & Girls Club Certifi cate

• Certifi cates are good for August-April, only

pshp.com© 2018 Peach State Health Plan. All rights reserved.

Peach State Health Plan complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Interpreter services are provided free of charge to you. Peach State Health Plan has a telephone language line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Are you hearing impaired? If so, we can help you. Call: TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056.

Español (Spanish): Si usted, o alguien a quien está ayudando, tiene preguntas acerca de Peach State Health Plan, tiene derecho a obtener ayuda e información en su idioma sin costo alguno. Para hablar con un intérprete, llame al 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).

Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): Nếu quý vị, hay người mà quý vị đang giúp đỡ, có câu hỏi về Peach State Health Plan, quý vị sẽ có quyền được giúp và có thêm thông tin bằng ngôn ngữ của mình miễn phí. Để nói chuyện với một thông dịch viên, xin gọi 1-800-704-1484 (TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056).