NPACE 2025 Mental Health Bundle

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

This Mental Health bundle is essential for practitioners practicing in a Primary care or Mental health setting. This 9 course bundle has everything you need to prepare you to tackle anything Mental Health with confidence. Topics include but are not limited to trauma and stress, care of veterans, epigenetics, treating anxiety and depression and treatment of the adolescent.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

NPACE KEYNOTE: Renewing the Primary Care Commitment to Mental Health

This keynote discussion surfaces issues related integrated mental health and primary care. Two career nurse practitioners discuss key concepts of integrated healthcare, including tips and practice pearls for nurse practitioners who are striving to address the mental health concerns of patients in the primary care context.

A culturally intelligent approach to care of veterans

Over 80% of veterans receive care in non-VA facilities by providers with no specialized training. Cultural intelligence is foundational in developing the skills and confidence necessary to effectively interact in multicultural environments. It is the conduit to understanding culture, gaining knowledge regarding cultural similarities and differences, and developing strategies and action plans for engaging in cross-cultural settings. There are many cultures and subcultures among Veterans and CQ will provide tools that can assist providers in advancing health equity and health equality, and consequently impact positive health outcomes. During this 1.0 hour education session, learners will be engaged through expert and dynamic presentation with Dr. Angela Richard-Eaglin, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, CDE. Cultural intelligence is foundational in developing the skills and confidence necessary to effectively interact in multicultural environments and the conduit to understanding culture, gaining knowledge regarding cultural similarities and differences, and developing strategies and action plans for engaging in cross-cultural settings. During this education learners will be presented with veteran culture and subcultures, begin to critically appraise the unique needs of veterans and apply cultural intelligence strategies to advance health equity and health outcomes among Veterans. Further, learners will gain tools to advance health equity and health equality, and impact positive health outcomes for this unique population.

“From I Should” to “I Did”: Using Motivational Interviewing to Help Your Patients Reach Their Goals

Motivational Interviewing emphasizes a communicative, collaborative approach focusing on fostering internal motivation to change a current behavior while promoting self-efficacy and growth. It is also evidenced-based, with many studies measuring the effectiveness of this approach in areas from addiction to postpartum depression. The beauty of Motivational Interviewing is that, though proficiency is complex and takes time, novice users can implement strategies and create noticeable impact. This upbeat, interactive, even humorous training equips attendees with essential knowledge and skills to start using Motivational Interviewing immediately. Attendees will have immediate new tools in their toolbox to help clients identify and move towards their goals. Attendees will practice with actual scripts demonstrating how to respond to patient ambivalence, resistance, or fear. The presentation will help increase attendees’ knowledge and comfort with helping individuals who are stuck and struggling and improve understanding of how to help clients live healthier lives.

Epigenetics, Neuroplasticity & Mental Health Interventions

In this foundational course, Dr. Josh Hamilton reviews what epigentics is, why it matters in the development disease, and in what pathways. Learners are encouraged to brush up on cell biology a bit with this presentation and are introduced to topics like: Posttranslational gene modification, acetylation, methylation, ubiquination, and more. Learn about neurohormonal stress, the importance of brain development, pleiotropy and more! This course is critical for all NPs to understand how disease develops and can be passed on to offspring.

Therapy 101 for Patients with Anxiety and Depression

This one hour lively, interactive presentation focuses on basic therapeutic principles and strategies to build better communication with patients and have more effective visits. Approaches are those that can be integrated into health visits in varied settings and apply to varied populations. We will review effective uses of therapeutic communication including strategies to engage clients in their care, address potential racial and cultural differences, and build trust and connection. We will discuss common therapeutic strategies, mostly based in cognitive behavioral therapy, for talking with patients about management of common concerns like reducing anxiety and improving mood.

Recognition and Management of Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders: An Update on Evidence-Based Strategies

Healthcare providers in the United States are well positioned to recognize substance use in their patients. Providers are also key in taking steps to address issues of substance use before it escalates to abuse. Unfortunately, substance use and abuse in adolescents remains undertreated in the United States. Early intervention in adolescents with substance use/abuse disorders is crucial in averting economic cost in this population group. This presentation will review treatment options for adolescents who present with various types of substance use disorders. Motivators for seeking treatment as well as gender and ethnicity will also be addressed. Barriers to treatment will also be discussed.

Precision Medicine for Trauma & Stressor-Related Disorders

Updated diagnostic criteria and disease models for trauma and stressor-related disorders are reviewed. Neurobiological and epigenetic mechanisms that underlie stressor-related symptoms are presented as the basis for therapeutic interventions. Specific attention is given to the formulation of rational, genomically-informed pharmacologic treatment approaches for trauma and stressor-related disorders. Practical applications for nurse practitioners are presented.

Navigating the Storm: Mastering Crisis Prevention and Intervention

This engaging educational session will equip the nurse practitioner with essential skills and strategies to handle critical situations effectively. This presentation covers the fundamentals of crisis management, including early warning signs, de-escalation techniques, and intervention strategies. Participants will learn to identify potential crises, apply preventive measures, and utilize proven methods to manage high-stress situations calmly and efficiently. Gain practical insights into maintaining safety, communicating clearly under pressure, and fostering a supportive environment. This session is ideal for nurse practitioners who are interested in enhancing their ability to prevent and manage crises in various settings. Attendees will learn actionable skills and build confidence to address crises with a proactive and informed approach.

TIME TO COMPLETE

Each video is accessible twice within six months of purchase.

CREDITS

NPACE designates this educational activity for a maximum of 11 CNE credit(s), of which 5.75 is pharmacology credit. Participants should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Courses' Expiration Date: December 31st, 2025

DISCLAIMER

The material presented in this continuing education program is being made available for educational purposes only and is not intended to represent the best or only methods, medications and/or guidelines appropriate for the medical situation discussed. Rather the material is intended to present an approach, view, statement, or opinion of the presenter(s), which may be helpful, or of interest to other practitioners and should not be used by clinicians without the evaluation of their patient’s conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities. NPACE disclaims any liability, loss, injury, or damage incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any information given in a presentation.

DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE

This educational activity may mention the uses of products that are not approved by the FDA for the indication(s) being discussed. The presenter(s) are instructed to notify participants when they are discussing unapproved uses or investigational agents. The opinions related to unapproved uses of products are solely those of the presenter(s) and are not endorsed or recommended by NPACE. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.

ACCREDITED PROVIDER

Provider Accreditation Statement

This program is provided by Nurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education (NPACE).

Nurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education (NPACE) is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC).

In addition to ANCC, NPACE is approved as a provider of continuing education in nursing by: the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP8720 and Florida CE Broker #50-1476.

NPACE, the Provider of awarding contact hours, is responsible for adherence to ANCC criteria.

FACULTY

Josh Hamilton, DNP, RN-BC, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CTMH, CNE, FAANP

Dr. Josh Hamilton bases his clinical practice in Las Vegas, NV. With more than two decades of nursing experience, he also holds professorial appointments, leadership positions and consults extensively in the higher education space. Previously, he was Associate Medical Director for the largest managed care behavioral health network in the Desert Southwest. He served on the Nevada Board of Nursing’s Advanced Practice and Educational Advisory Committees and spearheaded the Donate Life campaign at the state level.

His professional interests include neurobiology, pharmacology and epigenetics. He is an internationally-recognized speaker on these (and related) topics at conferences and professional meetings. He works with a variety of organizations to develop, review and present live and enduring continuing education activities. Engagements include the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Myriad Neuroscience, MedIQ, Nurse Practitioner Continuing Education Associates (NPACE), and Vindico Medical Education. He serves on the psychiatric medication working group at the Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science & Innovation, a FDA-sponsored project at the University of Maryland.

Dr. Hamilton earned his doctorate in nursing from Rush University in Chicago. At the University of Wyoming, he earned a baccalaureate degree in Natural Science and Mathematics as well as a master’s degree in Nursing. He also has an undergraduate degree in Biology. He is nationally certified as a psychiatric-mental health nurse; family nurse practitioner; family psychiatric nurse practitioner, telemental healthcare provider, and nurse educator. He was recognized as a doctoral scholar by the National League for Nursing, and he is a fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. He was recognized for establishing a unique clinic structure that improves access to cost-effective, convenient, quality mental healthcare. His academic connections fostered synergies and renewed attention to nursing education that focuses on care for the vulnerable mentally ill population in Nevada and across the nation. Dr. Hamilton is also a master clinical psychopharmacologist (through the Neuroscience Education Institute), and he was the 2015 Distinguished Alumnus at his alma mater, the University of Wyoming. He is the Nevada state representative for AANP.

A classically trained pianist, Dr. Hamilton enjoys live music, international travel and automobiles. He is an active supporter of local animal rescue and rehoming efforts, as well as charities that provide critical transportation for patients in need of distant life-saving specialty healthcare. Dr. Hamilton grew up in Casper, Wyoming, with his sights set on medical school. He originally pursued a nursing degree thinking the experience would make him a better physician. Along the way, he discovered an affinity and passion for the humanistic, health-promoting philosophy of nursing. He has since devoted his career to clinical practice, furthering the cause of the profession and educating future leaders in the healthcare field.

Learn more about Dr. Josh Hamilton at www.linkedin.com/in/hamiltondnp

Debbie Granick, DNP, PMHNP, LCSW, MPH

Dr. Debbie Granick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Doctorally-prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with an additional Masters in Public Health. She is originally from St. Louis, Missouri and attended graduate school at the University of North Carolina.

She has worked in the mental health field for thirty years, serving youth and adults and specifically enjoying her work with women. She utilizes a holistic, genuine, “straight-shooting” approach, and throws in a little humor, which her clients appreciate. She currently divides her professional time between a part time clinical practice providing medication management and therapy and her role as a thought leader, content creator, speaker and consultant advocating for the integration of medication and counseling to provide best practice care for patients.

She also speaks on topics including the impossible goal of work/life balance, caring for your mental health, parenting, and coping with life transitions. Her goal is to help health providers feel confident and skilled in the mental health care they provide, reduce provider burnout, and improve patient experience with whole person care.

Angela Richard-Eaglin, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, FAANP, CDE

Dr. Angela Richard-Eaglin, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, CDE® is the Associate Dean for Equity and an Associate Clinical Professor at Yale School of Nursing. She is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and a champion for expanding diversity and inspiring cultural intelligence (CQ) and endorsing the humanitarian ethos within healthcare organizations and health professions education programs to influence translation to clinical practice. Her nursing career spans nearly 30 years, all of which has been dedicated to advancing equity among vulnerable, underrepresented, marginalized, stigmatized, and financially disadvantaged populations. She has experience teaching in Baccalaureate pre-licensure programs and MSN Programs, and she also has extensive leadership and clinical practice experience. Her clinical experience includes primary care, Veterans health, Women’s health, urgent care, and public health.

Dr. Richard-Eaglin is a globally recognized leader and mentor for her dedication to and support of initiatives aimed at cultivating environments that authentically embrace differences and embody inclusive excellence. She serves on the Board for the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties and is the Board Lead for the Diversity Committee. She is on the Editorial Board of Nursing Economics, The Journal for Health Care Leaders. Additionally, she serves on the National League for Nursing’s Taking Aim: Addressing Structural Racism, Diversity, Equity Inclusion, Implicit Bias & Social Justice Task Force and several other advisory boards.

Charitta Ernewein, PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, SANE-A

Charrita Ernewein, PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, SANE-A is a family nurse practitioner and specializes in pediatrics. She is an Assistant Professor at The University of Tampa and works for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. Dr. Ernewein completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1988, her Master of Science at South University in 2013 and her Doctoral Nurse Practitioner in 2016 at South University in Tampa, Florida, and her PhD at University of Central Florida in 2021. Dr. Ernewein holds a national certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and a certification as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner.

Dr. Ernewein is a strong advocate within the community working closely with professional organizations and community resources regarding the topics of human trafficking and vulnerable populations. Dr. Ernewein id the Director of Community education with The FREE Network. She is also published in the Journal of Nurse Practitioners, Human Trafficking: Recognition, Referral and Treatment. Her dissertation focused on “Survivors of Human Trafficking and their Reintegration into the Community”.

Dr. Ernewein is the President of the Tampa Bay Advanced Practice Nurse Council Group, a member of American Academy of Nurse Practitioner, a member of the Black Nurses Association, and a member of the National Association of School Nurses.

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