Fostering the business interests and professional development of the psychology community. |
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Greetings colleagues,
Our first Open House was a great experience. Members and prospective members were able to interact with one another and share practice information. The refreshments were yummy. We look forward to future such in-person events to facilitate networking and further build our community of psychologists.
The upcoming webinar on Friday promises to provide valuable insights on the latest research on Alzheimer’s Disorder by a recognized expert in the field, UM psychologist Bruno Giordani. There’s still time to register! The details are below. WPS Admin |
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June 21st, 2024 | 12PM - 2PM
Update on Alzheimer's Research and Recent Treatments CE Broker Course Tracking # 20-1202370 | WPS Acct # 50-43750 |
Review information and research from the last Alzheimer's Association International Conference and recent new pharmacological treatments. Register for this event! |
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| Bruno Giordani, Ph.D.
Dr. Bruno Giordani is the Chief Psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry and the Associate Director of the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center. His academic appointments are as a tenured Professor in the departments of Psychiatry, Neurology, and Psychology and the School of Nursing. He has been an active faculty member for 35 years and has served as Vice Chair and Chair of the University of Michigan Faculty Senate. He has been awarded the Distinguished Faculty Governance Award from the University of Michigan and the Ruth
Michelbaugh Lifetime Achievement Award from the Michigan Alzheimer's Association. Dr. Giordani has been elected as Fellow in the American Psychological Association's Clinical Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology Divisions. His research interests include neuropsychological, electrophysiological, and imaging approaches in the assessment of early cognitive change, emphasizing cross-cultural and low-resource settings, and computer-based cognitive assessment and training. |
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July 26th, 2024 | 12PM - 2PM The Silent Struggle: The Mental Health Crisis for People with Aphasia and their families |
This course focuses on understanding 1) what aphasia is, 2) the mental health impact on the person with aphasia and their families, 3) becoming aware of the great need for mental health services and the current lack of resources, and 4) how to communicate with someone who has aphasia in a therapy session.
The ability to communicate is a key function that allows us to connect with others and form and maintain relationships. Those who experience aphasia, a communication disorder typically resulting from stroke, lose this ability with far reaching impacts on mental health. Social isolation, loss of identity, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation and other mood symptoms are common. Yet there are few resources available to help the over 2 million people who have aphasia in the U.S. Aphasia impacts not only the individual but also family and friends. It often leads to increased burden and stress in caregivers. Educating therapists about aphasia and its mental health impact, teaching supportive communication strategies and tools, and demonstrating how clinicians can support families living with aphasia is the goal of this presentation.
Register for this event! Early Bird Pricing is Available until July 5th. |
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| Carol Persad, Ph.D.
Carol Persad, Ph.D. is a Clinical Professor in Psychiatry and Adjunct Professor in Psychology at the University of Michigan. She is the Director of the Neuropsychology Program in Psychiatry, as well as the University Center for Language and Literacy in the Mary A. Rackham Institute, that houses the world renowned University of Michigan Aphasia Program which pioneered the intensive comprehensive speech and language treatment approach for aphasia. Dr. Persad has focused both her clinical and research work to understanding cognitive and underlying neurobiological changes associated with aging and neurodegenerative disorders. She has been an investigator on a number of grants funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dr. Persad has published numerous scientific papers and given dozens of conference presentations. In addition, she is involved in the training of Postdoctoral Fellows in Neuropsychology, as well as interns, practicum students and undergraduates in both clinical placements and research projects.
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We are exploring presenters and topics to fill out our webinar calendar through the end of 2024. If you are a member of WPS and interested in presenting a topic to our community feel free to reach out to events@washtenawpsychologysociety.com. Upcoming Events: ADHD and Executive Function – Geraldine Markel, Ph.D. & Pamela Schwartz, Ph.D. Pain Management of GI Disorders – Christina Jagielski, Ph.D. |
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| Our Association Manager has put together an instructional document for our membership to refer to when using the message boards. We have made this and all future instructional documents public to help those on the fence better understand our platform. |
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WPS is committed to supporting the psychology community. As such we like to share information about other organizations and their programs. Check out these helpful digital meetings. |
Webinar on psychosocial oncology and palliative care; June 19, 10-11:30 AM; only $10 for CE credit Special webinar sponsored by the International Psychosocial Oncology Society (IPOS).
“Reshaping tomorrow: A round table discussion with three leading experts on the status and future of global psychosocial oncology within palliative care.
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 10:00-11:30am EST
This will be a unique, live roundtable discussion featuring three leading experts on psychosocial oncology within palliative care. Presenters will reflect on the status of palliative care, globally, including how far the field has come and future opportunities for both investigators and clinicians worldwide. Presenters--Drs. Harvey Chochinov, RM Rajagopal, and Gary Rodin--will engage in meaningful dialogue around potential solutions for rectifying global challenges. Registrants will have the chance to submit questions ahead of this special event. You will not want to miss this rare opportunity to engage with three seminal minds in palliative care!
For more information and to register, click here: https://ipos-society.org/event-5702528
Cost:
IPOS Members: Free
Non-Members: $10 |
From Division 31: Perspectives on Master's Licensing in SPTAs: June 26 7 PM
"Perspectives on Master’s Licensure in SPTAs"
With presenters Dr. Robin McLeod, Dr. Peter Oppenheimer and Dr. Alex Siegel
Time: June 26, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Division 31 Town Hall Perspectives on Master's Licensure in SPTAs
Time: Jun 26, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84208919360?pwd=eW15RVBWNWZDbkcvKzIxUlc0eXVtdz09
Meeting ID: 842 0891 9360
Passcode: 671751
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Donations are the Lifeblood WPS
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As members of our psychological community, we invite you to join us in sustaining the valuable work of WPS. As a lean organization, we face financial constraints that jeopardize our ability to maintain essential services. The costs of custom software and our dedicated part-time staff strain our resources. These fees also pay for our website, our searchable member directory, our two-hour lunch time webinars by experts in their specialties, occasional in-person networking meetings, and other services.
Your generous donations will not only help bridge this gap but also ensure the continuity of our mission. Together, let's continue to nurture this community of psychologists. We are grateful for your ongoing support and commitment to our shared vision. |
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Supporting Members: Geraldine Markel, Ph.D., Todd Favorite, Ph.D., Allan Newman.
Washtenaw Psychology Society is made possible by our donors and sponsors. If you would like to join our esteemed list of donors, visit our website www.washtenawpsychologysociety.com/donate |
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WPS is excited to offer promotion opportunities to local businesses! Placement will be included in official WPS communications, as well as our homepage, the bulletin board, and our ads page.
To submit an ad simply navigate to our Advertising page and search for the "submit an ad!" link.
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The Sunfield Institute is offering a limited time 15% discount for all Sunfield workshops to WPS's subscribers. Use code WPS to redeem. Contact Information Contact Name: Jeff Snyder
City: Ann Arbor
State: MI
Zip: 48108
Home Phone: 7342229277
Website
Email: jeffsnyder@sunfieldcenter.com |
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The Wright Counseling is accepting new clients in person and telehealth for both our locations, in Troy, MI and Portage, MI.
We are a small, locally owned counseling clinic that focuses on helping our clients by meeting them where they are at, to help them get where they want to be. We utilize the values of compassion, authenticity, respect and equality to bring about a synergistic relationship between clinician and client. We offer parenting support, couples workshops, individual therapy across the lifespan and family therapy. We believe that connection is the foundation of wellness, both with our Self and the relationships in our lives.
Stephanie Wright |
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