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Benefactors Jewish Community Center of the Greater St. Paul Area

Jewish Family and Children’s Service of MinneapolisLaurie and Joel Kramer

Jami Alanna Marks Tikkun Olam Fund of Temple IsraelNancy and Kevin Rhein

Seth Foundation and Stefanie, Robert and Jason KaronSholom

PatronsJewish Family Service of St. Paul

Jewish Federation of Greater St. Paul and Women’s Philanthropy Department

Minneapolis Jewish FederationNational Council of Jewish Women – St. Paul and

Greater Minneapolis Sections

Supporters

Beth Jacob CongregationSusan Colby and Larry Baill

Sherri, Larry and Elyse Feuerin loving memory of Aaron Feuer

Hadassah – Upper Midwest RegionElissa Heilicher

Dr. Herb Laube and Dr. Lydia Roth-Laube

Nancy and Allen LevineBarbara Schneider Foundation

Martin Segal Temple Israel Sisterhood

Media Sponsor

The American Jewish World

There’s still time to become a sponsor of this year’s conference!Sponsors help underwrite the conference and allow us to keep the MHEP conference free and open to everyone.

All three levels are fully tax-deductible. Sponsorships received by October 17 will be acknowledged in the conference program. The above list includes sponsorships received as of August 15. For more information contact Laurie Kramer at 952-417-2149.

Thursday, November 8, 2012 at Mixed Blood Theatre

1501 S 4th Street, Minneapolis

Light dinner reception 5:30-6:15across the street at Brian Coyle Center

(dietary laws observed) Panel discussion 6:15-7:00

Performance 7:30

“A brave, breathtaking musical”- New York Times

“Rock is alive and rolling like thunder in Next to Normal”

- Rolling Stone

Next to Normal reveals one family’s struggle with mental illness through the story of

Diana, a mother battling bipolar disorder. Unflinchingly honest yet still hopeful,

Next to Normal is a feel-everything musical.

100 theatre tickets available – early response suggested Minimum donation of $18 per person includes light dinner reception, discussion and performance of Next to Normal. Donations can be made online or by mail. See registration form on this brochure for details. Confirmations and driving/parking information will be sent by email. If we sell out and cannot accommodate you, your payment will be returned. For more information call 651-698-0767.

Next to Normal

PRE-CONFERENCE SPECIAL EVENTReception • Discussion • Performance

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Call Betsy Sitkoff at 952-542-4833 for information about J-CHAI.

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Marya Hornbacher

in memory of Eva Launer, co-chair of the annual conference from 2001 through 2007 and a dedicated proponent

of mental health education throughout the community

in recognition of the outstanding services and programsthat JFCS provides the Minneapolis community

PLUS A PRE CONFERENCE SPECIAL EVENT – DETAILS INSIDE

Sincere thanks to Mixed Blood Theatre’s Radical Hospitality program for providing theatre tickets at no cost, and to Sholom for providing dinner at cost. All special event donations will support future mental health conferences.

Session One 2:45–3:50 p.m.

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13. Mental Health Crisis Response in Non-Majority CommunitiesExplore attitudes towards mental health crisis response held by members of African American, American Indian, and Twin Cities immigrant communities. Presented by Mark Anderson, executive director of the Barbara Schneider Foundation, plus panel of diverse community leaders. For professionals and interested others.

14. Dark Night of the Soul: Crisis or Opportunity?Examine the lives of Moses, Miriam and Jonah, as well as ancient and modern texts, to see how the topic of the soul’s journey relates to the modern concept of mental health. Presented by Miriam Chaya Charney JD, spiritual director in private practice. For Jews and non-Jews grappling with questions of meaning, purpose, suffering.

Session Two 4:00–5:05 p.m.

15. Writing as a Tool for Recovery A repeat of workshop #1. Open to all.

16. Overcoming Barriers: Mental illness in Jewish community lifeJewish texts talk about including people with mental illnesses – but barriers remain in current community life. Session includes information about stigmatization of mental illness and prayers for hope, meditation and solace. Presented by Shelly Christensen MA, Jewish Community Inclusion Program manager, Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis, and Leslie Laub MA EdS, psychologist and consultant. Open to all.

17. ECT for Treatment of Mood Disorder Electroconvulsive Therapy has changed. Learn about the history of ECT and find out who is a candidate, how it’s done today, and what to expect. Presented by Craig Vine MD, psychiatrist and medical director of Psych Recovery Inc., and assistant professor, U of M Medical Center-Fairview. For anyone interested.

18. Depression – NOT a Part of Healthy Aging!Depression screening and intervention for adults 55+ can make a dramatic difference in the quality of life for individuals and families. Presented by Chris Rosenthal LISW, senior services director, and Marjorie Sigel MSW LICSW, therapist, Jewish Family Service of St. Paul. For older adults, caregivers, social workers.

19. Working Memory and Mental HealthLearn how improving “working memory” can help you focus attention, screen out distractions, manage information and reduce a variety of mental health and learning issues. Presented by Chris Bedford PhD, clinician and trainer at CALM (Clinic for Attention, Learning and Memory). For practitioners and families.

20. Cultivating Creativity to Build Resilience Resilience, like creativity, is a process, not a trait. Learn how nurturing your creative process can support your ability to bounce back from minor to major life challenges. Presented by Kelly Finnerty MA LAMFT, psychotherapist with master’s degrees in marriage and family therapy and creative arts. For professionals and community.

21. Wellness Recovery Action Plan: An introduction A helpful tool for anyone struggling with mental health problems, WRAP can be used by returning veterans as well as those in civilian life. Presented by Jode Freyholtz-London, advanced WRAP facilitator and director of wellness training and education, Consumer Support Network of MN, and Joelle Pink, certified peer support specialist and certified WRAP facilitator. For professionals and community.

22. Making the Connection: Sexual violence and mental healthWhat is the impact of sexual violence on the mental health of victims/survivors? How can mental health and other professionals work with survivors of this kind of trauma? Presented by Dena Bohn PsyD LP, clinical psychologist, and Megan Close BA, direct services coordinator, Sexual Violence Center. For professionals and others.

23. Yoga Calm: An integrated approach to wellnessExplore a total wellness curriculum combining breathing techniques and integrative movement with a focus on social/emotional skills. Lecture plus experiential format. Presented by Kathy Flaminio MSW, founder of 1000 Petals LLC and registered yoga therapist at MN Amplatz Children’s Hospital. For professionals and community.

24. Finding Meaning in the StruggleHow can we stay focused on recovery when relapse is likely or even inevitable? Group discussion will focus on building support networks and seeking a sense of purpose as a stabilizing factor. Led by Kim Lutes, self-advocate and retired nurse, and Ben Ashley-Wurtmann, policy/outreach associate, Mental Health Association of MN. Open to all.

25. Asperger Voices in Our CommunityAs diagnosis and understanding of Asperger syndrome advances, how are diagnosed individuals faring in schools, work and community? Panel of individual, family, and professional perspectives led by Harry Greenberg LGSW, MN Society of Clinical Social Work member and parent of an adult son diagnosed with Aspergers syndrome. Open to all.

1. Writing as a Tool for RecoveryKeynoter Marya Hornbacher, creative writing teacher at Northwestern University and author of four books of nonfiction and a novel, will offer tools to assist beginners as well as experienced writers. Repeated in Session Two. Open to all.

2. Jeff Elliot Kaner Supportive Torah WorkshopJeff Kaner founded the Supportive Torah program and was an active organizer and presenter at the annual Jewish community conference on mental health. Rabbi Michael Adam Latz of Shir Tikvah will lead this session on Jeff’s first yahrzeit—the anniversary of his passing. Other rabbis will be invited to teach in future years. May Jeff’s memory be for a blessing. Open to all.

3. Handling Problems with Mindfulness and EquanimityLearn practices that can lead to better management of stress and greater peace in situations involving bereavement, problem adult children, chemical dependency in the family, guilt and remorse, high anxiety and self-dislike. Presented by Mary Jo Meadow PhD, MSU Mankato professor emerita, author and meditation teacher. Open to all.

4. From the Front Lines to the Home FrontReturning veterans face a variety of challenges. Learn how deployment affects family systems and how families can better adapt to reintegration. Presented by Thad Shunkwiler, 11-year National Guard veteran and outreach counselor for the ADAPT project at the U of M (After Deployment Adaptive Parenting Tools). For clinicians and families.

5. ADHD: Accurate diagnosis and innovative treatmentsExplore Quantitative EEG, Executive Function, medication, lifestyle changes and cognitive interventions to help adults and children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Presented by Gary Johnson PhD LP, clinical director of CALM (Clinic for Attention, Learning and Memory). For practitioners and families.

6. Men and Depression Men experience depression differently than women do, and often need treatments other than antidepressants and in-person psychotherapy. Session includes a story of depression, attempted suicide, hospitalization and recovery. Presented by Mark Meier MSW LICSW, founder/director of Face It Foundation and adjunct faculty at U of M. Open to all.

7. Bringing the Art out of the Darkness and into/onto the Sight/SiteHear from two perspectives how spiritual counseling helped create hope and social connections for an artist living with chronic mental illness. Presented by Rev. Amy Luukkonen, chaplain for Augustana Care, and Shoshana Elana MLS, artist with a postgraduate certificate in art therapy. For professionals, clients, family and friends.

8. The PDD Spectrum: Autism, Aspergers, and OthersPervasive developmental disorders can be challenging to diagnose. Case studies will be used to review diagnostic criteria and common treatment modalities. Presented by Joel Oberstar MD, CEO/chief medical officer of PrairieCare, a Twin Cities psychiatric health care system affiliated with U of M Medical School. For professionals and others.

9. I Can Change My What? The ABCs of Neuroplasticity Whether you’re 1 or 101, guided instruction and intentional living and thinking can help you change almost all parts of your brain and its wiring. Learn concepts and actions to take home and start using. Presented by Brian Ross MA LMFT, therapist in private practice, teacher, parent educator and school consultant. For all ages.

10. Talking about Wellness in a Weight-Focused World How can we talk about weight and wellness without promoting unhealthy weight control behaviors and poor body self-esteem? Session will discuss the intersection of eating disorders and obesity, and offer tools to focus on nutrition, activity and self-care. Presented by Keri Clifton BS, outreach coordinator for The Emily Program. Open to all.

11. Reducing Health Disparities in LGBT and Queer CommunitiesMany factors affect health disparities in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Explore substance abuse, mental health and sexual compulsivity issues, and learn how to create a network of support. Presented by Nicky Simon-Burton MAOL, community relations, PRIDE Institute. For clinicians and others.

12. Early Recognition of PsychosisLearn about the early symptoms of psychosis, better outcomes associated with early referral, and recommended treatment strategies. Presented by Charles Schulz MD, professor and head of the department of psychiatry, University of Minnesota. For families and community caregivers.

ALL registration requested by Wednesday, Oct. 24. Special event limited to 100 people. Two ways to register for conference and/or special event:

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is the acclaimed author of five books. Wasted: A Memoir of Anorexia and Bulimia was first published when she was 23. Now available in 16 languages, it has, according to thousands of letters she has received, changed lives.

Her second memoir, the New York Times Bestseller

Madness: A Bipolar Life, describes the difficulties, and promise, of living with serious mental illness. Her novel The Center of Winter tells the story of a family recovering from a father’s suicide in northern Minnesota. Her two most recent books, Sane and Waiting, published by Hazelden, focus on addiction recovery and spirituality.

A Pulitzer Prize and Pushcart Prize nominee, and winner of a host of awards for her journalism and books, Marya lectures at universities and elsewhere around the country. She teaches creative writing in the graduate program at Northwestern University.

KEYNOTE REGISTER NOW...25 workshops in two sessions to choose from

SCHEDULE

Marya Hornbacher

Sunday Conference Registration • Free & open to all

Special Event Registration • $18 per person

Transportation and Additional Conference Information

Please register # people for the Sunday, Nov. 11, conference.

Workshop choices: Session One Session Two (#1–14) (#15–25) Person 1

Person 2

YES please contact me about special accommodations.

YES I have attended this conference in previous years.

YES a voluntary contribution of $ is enclosed.

Please reserve # tickets at $18 per person for the Thursday, Nov. 8, light dinner reception, discussion and performance of Next to Normal. I have enclosed a check for $________ made payable to Mental Health Education Project. I understand that space is limited and my check will be returned if tickets are no longer available.

Enclosed is an additional donation of $_______________ to support the annual mental health conference.

• To request transportation from the St. Paul JCC for the conference, call JFS at 651-698-0767 by Oct. 24.

• In consideration of the environment, please bring a reusable coffee mug and/or water bottle to Sunday’s conference.

• Certificates of attendance will be available at the end of the conference.

• For more information about the conference or special event, please call 651-698-0767.

Light dinner reception at Brian Coyle Center (dietary laws observed)

Panel discussion Performance of Next to Normal at Mixed Blood Theatre

Sanctuary opens for seating Keynote session: Candle lighting ceremony with Shir Harmony Welcome by Cantor Barry Abelson Keynote interview of Marya Hornbacher by Harry Greenberg Refreshments, resource fair, book sales, book signing Choice of three informal table discussions • Understanding Addiction–discussion led by Charles Reznikoff MD, internist trained in addiction medicine, Hennepin County Medical Center • Improving Patient-Psychiatrist Communications– discussion led by Michael Trangle MD, adult and adolescent psychiatrist, director of behavorial health, Health Partners • Ask the Child and Adolescent Psychologist–discussion led by Mitchell Wittenberg PhD LP, supervisor of counseling and early intervention, Jewish Family Service of St. Paul Workshops Session One: #1-14 Workshops Session Two: #15-25 Closing ceremony with Marya Hornbacher

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2:45–3:50 4:00–5:05 5:15–5:30

THURSDAY EVENING Pre-Conference Special Event

SUNDAY AFTERNOON Conference at Temple Israel

This year’s conference takes place on Veterans Day. We pay special tribute to those who have served our country in the military.

We recognize that combat veterans may experience a range of mental health problems, both similar to – and different from – the problems experienced by men and women who serve their country in other ways. May our annual gathering continue to open doors, minds, and hearts, so that those who are struggling can reach out and find help.

•Online at www.jfcsmpls.org. Conference registration is free (voluntary donations are welcome). Special event registration is a minimum donation of $18 per person for light dinner reception, discussion and performance of Next to Normal. All donations can be made online.

• By mail. Complete this form and mail to

All donation checks should be made payable to Mental Health Education Project.

Fall Conference, c/o JFS of St. Paul, 1633 W Seventh St, St Paul, MN 55102