Join our live training series presented by Dr. Jerrod Brown covering an array of topics that all mental health providers and allied disciplines need to know. 

Presentation slides will be emailed to attendees after each training concludes.

No Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are offered for this series

Register for Tuesday, March 31, 2026 • 12:00–1:00 PM CST 

Psychogastroenterology is a subfield of psychology that focuses on the study and treatment of digestive disorders and their associated psychological factors. Research in this area has advanced our understanding of the gut-brain axis (i.e., the inter-relationship between the brain and the gut) and helped identify promising interventions for a wide array of population groups. Although psychogastroenterology can help improve and manage the symptoms of several digestive disorders, there is a dearth of psychogastroenterology-informed practitioners in the behavioral health and mental health fields. A primary goal of this training is to understand why behavioral and mental health professionals, as well as other allied disciplines, should become psychogastroenterology-informed when working with mental health treatment populations and how such approaches and applications can enhance overall client outcomes. Empirically based research findings will be highlighted throughout this training. 

Register for Tuesday, May 26, 2026 • 12:00–1:00 PM CST 

Chronic functional constipation (CFC) is characterized by infrequent, difficult, or even painful bowel movements across an extended period of time. This condition is usually classified as functional (95% of cases) rather than organic (5% of cases) constipation. That is, no underlying medical condition or anatomic abnormality is causing constipation. When occurring in mental health treatment populations, CFC can have adverse effects on a client’s physical, cognitive, psychological, and social well-being. Consequently, there is a significant need to enhance awareness of CFC among professionals working in mental health treatment settings and other related disciplines. Addressing this gap, this clinically relevant yet accessible training provides an overview of the symptoms, potential causes (e.g., neurobiopsychosocial factors), correlates (e.g., co-occurring conditions), and consequences of CFC in mental health treatment populations. A focal point of the discussion will be the biopsychosocial model and its implications for individualized assessment, treatment, and case management. Case studies and cutting-edge research findings from neuroscience, behavioral health, lifestyle medicine, psychogastroenterology, and related fields will be used to reinforce key learning objectives. 

Register for Tuesday, July 21, 2026 • 12:00–1:00 PM CST 

Migraines are more than simple headaches, and research has found that rates of migraine are significantly elevated among mental health treatment populations compared to persons in the general population. This neurological condition is characterized by recurrent episodes that can last from 2 to 72 hours and often undermine a person’s quality of life. The primary symptom is a serious headache that may pulsate and occur on one or both sides of the brain. This pain has been described as a drumbeat, a pulsating, or a pounding sensation. Other symptoms of migraines may include concentration difficulties, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, nausea, sensory sensitivities (e.g., to brightness, noise, and scents), stomachaches, vertigo, vision impairments (e.g., flashing spots), and vomiting. Physical activity often exacerbates the severity of these symptoms. The impact of migraines can limit participation in typical daily activities and negatively affect the client’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. Consequently, there is a significant need to enhance awareness of migraine among mental health treatment providers and other related disciplines. Addressing this gap, this clinically relevant yet accessible training provides an overview of the symptoms, potential causes (e.g., neurobiopsychosocial factors), correlates (e.g., co-occurring conditions), and consequences of migraine in mental treatment populations. A focal point of the discussion will be the biopsychosocial model and its implications for individualized assessment, treatment, and case management. Case studies and cutting-edge research findings from neuroscience, behavioral health, lifestyle medicine, psychogastroenterology, and related fields will be used to reinforce learning outcomes. 

Register for Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • 12:00–1:00 PM CST 

Circadian rhythm is a daily (i.e., twenty-four-hour) internal biological clock that plays a critical role in human health. The daily rhythm of this system is maintained by a molecular process that resets the circadian clock each day through retinal contact with light. This pattern is demonstrated by almost every cell within the human body, comprising a hierarchical multi-oscillator system that is regulated by the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of the hypothalamus. Misalignment of the circadian rhythm is common among individuals undergoing mental health treatment and can manifest in various ways, including inappropriate timing of sleep-wake cycles or misaligned timing of central and peripheral rhythms. Problems with sleep quality, daytime alertness, poor health outcomes, and behavioral dysregulation are often associated with misalignment of the circadian rhythm. A primary goal of this training is to understand why behavioral and mental health professionals, as well as other allied disciplines, should become circadian rhythm-informed when working with individuals in mental health treatment populations. Intake, screening, and interventions will be discussed through a behavioral health, lifestyle medicine, and neuroscience lens. Empirically based research findings will be highlighted throughout this training. 

Register for Tuesday, November 10, 2026 • 12:00–1:00 PM CST 

Depression has emerged as one of the most important issues facing global public health. The symptoms of this debilitating condition are diverse and can include sadness and decreased interest in formerly enjoyable activities. The experience of depression negatively impacts a person’s mood, thoughts, behaviors, and physical health. Emerging empirical evidence indicates that nutritional patterns could play an important role in the development and progression of depression. This training will (1) introduce attendees to research on unhealthy nutritional patterns and depression, (2) examine its implications for clinical practice, and (3) explore potential strategies through a behavioral health and nutritional science lens. Empirically based research findings will be highlighted throughout this training. 

If you’re looking for professional trainings beyond this series let’s collaborate. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation with Jerrod, our Treatment Director, to discuss how we can support you with our custom training options.