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SUMMARY:Brain Stimulation in Mental Health Care: Current FDA Approvals\, Clinical Applications\, and Future Directions
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to gain insight into brain stimulation techniques recognized in psychiatry?\nThis session will explore how transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) work\, their FDA-approved uses\, and how they compare to traditional therapies. Grounded in current research\, this training will equip helping professionals with knowledge to discuss these emerging treatments with patients\, address common misconceptions\, and consider how neurostimulation can complement existing treatment approaches in clinical practice.\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the FDA-approved uses of TMS and tDCS in mental health treatment.\nIdentify key clinical applications of brain stimulation for treatment resistant depression\, smoking cessation\, and other disorders.\nRecognize the future potential of these interventions and their place in evidence-based practice.\nDiscuss ethical considerations in patient education\, referrals\, and scope of practice for mental health clinicians.\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE\nCost: $10 Community Members / FREE for Metrocare Staff (register using Metrocare email address) \n  \nSeats are limited. Please ensure you are registered no later than Monday\, July 7th to secure your spot. \n*Metrocare staff should obtain supervisor approval before registering for the event. \n**Please be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds\, and confidentiality. \nALL PARTICIPANTS will be asked to complete a survey at the end of the training. \nThose who complete the survey WILL RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE within 7-10 business days. \n__________________________________________________________________ \nSpeaker: Kyle Blidy\, PhD \nDr. Blidy is the Assistant Director of Research for the Altshuler Center for Education and Research at Metrocare. \nHe for holds a Master’s degree in Education and PhD in Neuroscience with five years of research experience focused on treatments for neuropsychiatric ailments. \nHis work includes:\n1) identifying neural profiles necessary for language recovery post-stroke;\n2) identifying neural markers that predict therapy response among individuals with PTSD and/or SUDs;\n3) examining how the brain reacts to social threats and whether intra-nasal oxytocin can reduce these reactions in individuals with cocaine use disorder; and\n4) investigating how the brain creates rewarding memories among individuals with PTSD who struggle to feel joy.\nDr. Blidy has showcased his work via publication and at national and international conferences. His goal is to identify moderators of treatment effectiveness across trauma-related conditions. \n____________________________________________________________________ \n 
URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/brain-stimulation-in-mental-health-care-current-fda-approvals-clinical-applications-and-future-directions/
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SUMMARY:Aging Minds\, Unique Journeys: Cognitive Wellness in the IDD Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Aging Minds\, Unique Journeys: Cognitive Wellness in the IDD Community”—a dynamic seminar presented by Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education and Research\, IDDiversity department\, and Local Intellectual & Developmental Disability Authority (LIDDA). Attendees will enjoy complimentary coffee\, breakfast\, and free parking while gaining valuable insights into cognitive wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Event speakers are Dr. Teresa Moro and Dr. Laura Golden. Space is limited—register today to secure your spot! \nDate: Thursday\, January 29\, 2025\nTime: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: Scottish Rite for Children’s T. Boone Pickens Training and Conference Center\n2222 Welborn Street\, Dallas\, TX 75219 \nRegister Here\n  \nDr. Teresa Moro is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work in the College of Health Sciences at RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago. She is also a Health Services Researcher at the Center for Health and Social Care Integration (CHaSCI) and a member of the Coalition for Social Work and Health. Currently\, Dr. Moro is leading several projects exploring workforce development with social workers and community health workers. Her work focuses on improving health and healthcare delivery for people with multiple chronic conditions\, older adults\, and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by addressing social as well as medical factors. \nDr. Laura Golden is a licensed and registered Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas. She is the System Director of Transition and Teaming at MHMR of Tarrant County\, which provides services and support to people of all ages with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Tarrant County. She is a member of the Transition Support Team\, which supports Betty Hardwick Center\, Center for Life Resources\, Helen Farabee Centers\, and Pecan Valley Centers. Areas of expertise include intellectual and developmental disabilities\, autism spectrum disorder\, sensory processing disorder\, trauma\, and dementia.   
URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/aging-minds-unique-journeys-cognitive-wellness-in-the-idd-community/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite for Children | T. Boone Pickens Training and Conference Center\, 2222 Welborn Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
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SUMMARY:DFW Alliance in Mental & Behavioral Health Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 DFW Alliance in Mental & Behavioral Health Research Symposium has passed. Thank you to the researchers\, clinicians\, students\, and advocacy leaders who contributed to this year’s event and helped strengthen cross-institutional collaboration across North Texas. \nYou may view our 2026 Symposium Award Winners here \nThis page will remain available for reference as we continue building the DFW Alliance and preparing for future symposium events. \nPlease stay tuned for upcoming updates. \n  \nHosted by Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education and Research (ACER)\, in partnership with faculty from UT Southwestern\, UT Dallas\, UT Arlington\, University of North Texas\, and East Texas A&M University – Commerce. \n\nMetrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas. Metrocare’s ACER supports clinical research in real-world settings\, driving treatment innovations that bring renewed hope to those in public mental health. \n\n\nThe symposium brings together researchers across the DFW metroplex to share emerging work\, strengthen cross-university partnerships\, and spark new research collaborations. Attendees are encouraged to present ongoing projects\, pilot findings\, or planned studies to receive feedback and expand collaborative networks within the region. The Symposium provides a venue for exposing research ahead of publication. \n\nWe cannot wait to see you at the Symposium! \nSymposium Agenda\n8:30 – 9:00AM – Registration and Breakfast\n9:00 – 9:50AM – Metrocare Welcome featuring John Burruss\, MD [Bio]\n10 – 10:50AM – Poster Session 1 and Selected Oral Talks\n11:00 – 11:45AM – Keynote featuring Joseph Guillory\, MD [Bio]\n12:00 – 12:50PM – Lunch & Mentor / Mentee Sessions\n1:00 – 1:50PM – Poster Session 2 and Featured Talk- Choosing a Major\, Graduate Program\, and Advisor\n2:00 – 3:00 PM – Closing Remarks with the DFW Research Alliance Panel \nPoster Abstract Submissions\nWe invite researchers of all backgrounds and levels of experience to submit an abstract. You can find more information about submissions here. Abstracts will be accepted from December 5th\, 2025 until March 23rd\, 2026 at 11:59PM CST. The oral talk submission deadline has passed. However\, high merit posters will be considered for an award.
URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/dfw-alliance-in-mental-behavioral-health-research-symposium/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite for Children | T. Boone Pickens Training and Conference Center\, 2222 Welborn Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
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