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Psychopharmacology for Therapists
1:00 PMFriday, February 21 2025
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8:00 AM
Kari Groff, MD is a well-respected NYC psychiatrist. She completed her psychiatry training at the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia where she served as chief resident. She is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, the highest academic medical honor society in the medical profession. She was elected by her peers to the prestigious Gold Humanism in Medicine Society, an award that celebrates a physician's ability to practice compassionate medicine and serve as a role model to other physicians.
Dr. Groff completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the NYU Child Study Center. She is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both adult and child psychiatry. She is frequently consulted for her extensive training and experience in psychopharmacology, her gentle and appropriate use of medication, and her wellness-centered approach focusing on a patient’s strengths and goals.
Additionally, Dr. Groff is co-creator of the www.thebrightsiders.com. The Bright Siders released their award-winning debut album on Smithsonian Folkways as well as a video-book about compassion during the pandemic.
An overview of the major classes of psychiatric medications and what therapists would benefit from knowing about them to help clients.
This course is eligible for 2 continuing education credits.
This course is suitable for Psychologists, LMHCs, MFTs, Social Workers, LPCs, Counselors, and Medical Professionals.
Intermediate
10:00am-10:05am - Introduction/Overview
10:05am-11 am - Review of major categories of medication
11:00am-11:30am - Extensive question and answer period
At the end of the workshop, the participant will be able to:
- List 1-3 major classes of psychiatric medications.
- Describe 1-2 specific side effects to look out for.