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ForwardWyoming Pediatric Mental Health Symposium
LIVE OUTREACH IN-PERSON ACTIVITY
Overview and Target Audience
This symposium is designed for mental health, school, and healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in pediatric mental health. Sessions will address topics relevant across a variety of practice settings, including counseling and crisis centers, schools, hospitals, primary care practices, and outpatient services. Participants will receive clinical updates and engage in discussions on current, evidence‑informed issues impacting the care of pediatric patients with mental health needs.
Learner Outcome
After attending this education, learners will report new knowledge and intent to change practice to provide current, evidence-based mental health care to pediatric patients.
Additional Information
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Agenda
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | |
| 7:30 a.m. | Check-in and breakfast |
| 8:00 | Welcome and opening remarks |
| 8:30 | Identifying Common Mental Health Concerns in Youth |
| Jessica Hawks, PhD | |
| 9:15 | Assessment and Treatment of Depression in Pediatric Primary Care |
| Sandra L. Fritsch, MD, MSEd, DFAACAP | |
| 10:00 | Break |
| 10:15 | Multidisciplinary Solutions for School Attendance |
| Lauren Henry, PhD, LP, NCSP | |
| 11:00 | Evidence-Based Practices for the Assessment and Treatment of ADHD and Disruptive Behavior |
| Jessica Hawks, PhD | |
| 11:45 | Lunch – provided |
| 12:30 p.m. | Collaborative Care |
| Justin Romano, MD | |
| 1:30 | Assessment and Treatment of Mental Health Comorbidities in Pediatric Medical Conditions |
| Morgan Drake, PhD | |
| 2:15 | Break |
| 2:30 | Breakouts |
| Select a breakout that is most appropriate for your scope of work | |
| A. School Breakout | |
| Lauren Henry, PhD, LP, NCSP | |
| Michelle Lueck, MA | |
| B. Hospital Breakout | |
| Sandra L. Fritsch, MD, MSEd, DFAACAP | |
| Nicki Shonka, MS, RN, NPD-BC, CPN | |
| C. Outpatient / Primary Care Providers Breakout | |
| Jessica Hawks, PhD | |
| Morgan Drake, PhD | |
| 3:30 | Closing comments and evaluation |
| 3:45 | Adjourn |
Thursday, May 14, 2026 | |
| 7:30 a.m. | Check-in and Breakfast |
| 8:00 | Welcome and connection activity |
| 8:30 | Supporting Youth Emotional Well-Being and Resiliency: The Critical Role of Parents and Trusted Adults |
| Jessica Hawks, PhD | |
| 9:15 | Putting Evidence Into Practice: Approaches for Pediatric Anxiety and Trauma Related Disorders |
| Sandra L. Fritsch, MD, MSEd, DFAACAP | |
| 10:00 | Break |
| 10:15 | Suicidal Indicators in Pediatric Patients: Strategies for Identifying and Managing Suicide Risk |
| Amanda DeDiego, PhD, LPC, ART, NCC, BC-TMH, ACS | |
| 11:00 | Promoting Mental Wellness in Digitally Connected Kids |
| Lauren Henry, PhD, LP, NCSP | |
| 11:45 | Lunch – provided |
| 12:30 p.m. | Crisis Response Breakout |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Faculty | |
| 1:00 | Meeting Kids Where They Are: Trauma-Informed Approaches for Child Serving Professionals |
| Morgan Drake, PhD | |
| 1:45 | Closing remarks and evaluation |
| 2:00 | Adjourn |
The symposium will be held at the Best Western Downtown Casper in the Jackson Hole conference rooms.
Faculty and Planning Committee
Ray Cuellar
Operations Coordinator, Professional Development
Children’s Hospital Colorado
Amanda DeDiego, PhD, LPC, ART, NCC, BC-TMH, ACS
Interim Dean, UW Casper
Associate Professor, Counseling
University of Wyoming
Katie Denman, MBA
Vice President, Pediatric Mental Health Service Line
Children's Hospital Colorado
Morgan Drake, PhD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
Division of Child and Adolescent Mental Health
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Pediatric Psychologist
Children's Hospital Colorado
Sandra L. Fritsch, MD, MSEd, DFAACAP
Professor of Psychiatry
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Medical Director, Pediatric Mental Health Institute
Children's Hospital Colorado
Medical Director
Colorado Pediatric Psychiatry Consultation and Access Program (CoPPCAP)
Jessica Hawks, PhD
Associate Professor, Dept of Psychiatry
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Dale and Cindy Francescon Family Endowed Chair for Mood Disorders
Chief of Psychology, Pediatric Mental Health Institute
Children's Hospital Colorado
Natalie Hazemi, MBA
Program Manager, Pediatric Mental Health Institute
Children's Hospital Colorado
Lauren Henry, PhD, LP, NCSP
Assistant Professor
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Licensed Child Psychologist
Children’s Hospital Colorado
Jennifer Knotts
Vice President Partnerships and Business Development
Children's Hospital Colorado
Rachel Suarez LeBeau
Advancement Director
Cathedral Home
Michele Lueck, MA
Senior Clinical Instructor
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Executive Director, Pediatric Mental Health Institute
Children's Hospital Colorado
Abby Redden, BSN, RNC, C-EFM
Associate Director Women and Infant Services and Pediatrics
Banner Wyoming Medical Center
Kelly Reichert, MS, RN, CCRN, NPD-BC
Professional Development Specialist, Outreach Education
Children's Hospital Colorado
Justin Romano, MD
Pediatric Psychiatrist
Cheyenne Children's Clinic
Morgan Seiler
Senior Physicians Relations Representative, Mental Health
Children's Hospital Colorado
Nicki Shonka, MS, RN, NPD-BC, CPN
Clinical Education Outreach Program Director
Children's Hospital Colorado
Donny Valentine, RN, BSN
Registered Nurse Operations Support Specialist, Emergency Department
Banner Health Wyoming Medical Center
Disclosure
Planners, faculty and others in control of content (either individually or as a group) for this activity have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.
Continuing Education Credits
Registration, attendance, sign-in and submission of the evaluation, including a written response to questions related to any change in practice that you may make as a result of learning that took place at this activity, are required for successful completion and receipt of the certificate of attendance. Claim only those hours you attend.
Nursing: Children’s Hospital Colorado is approved with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This educational activity for 10.25 nursing contact hours is provided by Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Other: A general certificate of attendance will be available.
Available Credit
- 10.25 Attendance
- 10.25 NCPD
Price
Registration Required
Although there is no registration fee, registration is still required.
Thanks to the generosity of Stephen Kneller in honor of Mary Lynne Kneller, this educational activity is being provided at no cost to professional clinicians in Wyoming.
Cancellation Policy
Children’s Hospital Colorado reserves the right to modify the agenda or cancel the activity due to unforeseen circumstances or if minimum registration is not met by April 29, 2026.