2025 IIBHN Conference Agenda
April 10th-12th

Shaping Team-Based Models for Integrated Health

Registration and Check-In

Check-In will be located on the 5th Floor Lobby of the St. Luke’s Anderson Building South Tower.

Process:

  • Upon arrival, please proceed to the 5th Floor Lobby.
  • Locate the registration table designated for the first letter of your last name.
  • Check in with a team member and collect your conference badge.
  • If you registered for the event after badges were printed, you will receive a blank badge. Please write your name clearly on the badge.

Last-Minute Registrations:

  • Last-minute registrations will be accepted on a space-available basis.
  • Attendees who register on-site will receive a blank badge.

Check-In will begin at 7:00 AM. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the start of the first session to allow for ample time to receive your badge.

2025 Conference Agenda

At the 2025 IIBHN Conference, a dynamic agenda awaits, featuring thought-provoking sessions across diverse tracks. Engage in interactive workshops, gain valuable insights from renowned speakers, and explore innovative approaches to integrated care.

Note: This agenda is subject to change and more session descriptions to come soon.

  • Thursday April 10th
  • Friday April 11th
  • Saturday April 12th

Thursday April 10th

8:15 am - 9:15 am Session 1

Collaborating Across Systems: Connecting Care for Addiction

Panel DiscussionAda 2 & 3

The fragmented systems of care for the treatment of addiction can be confusing to patients and providers. This panel discussion will bring together perspectives from managed care, peer recovery, the justice system and addiction medicine to focus on the unique challenges, and creative solutions, to bridging gaps in the care experience for individuals seeking treatment for addiction across Idaho.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Participants will increase their understanding of the addiction care landscape in Idaho.
  • Participants will be able to discuss creative solutions to increase collaboration across systems of addiction care in the state of Idaho.
Norman Litchfield, MD | April Browne, LCSW | LaDessa Foster, LCPC | Neil Ragan, MD | Erica Marshall, JD
Thu 8:15 am - 9:15 am

PROSPER: Proactive Reduction Of Suicide in Populations via Evidence-based Research

Kent CorsoCanyon 1 & 2

Learning Objectives

  • Adopt language for suicidal patients that is respectful and non-judgmental.
  • Assist patients with suicidal symptoms in a collaborative, empowering way, anchored in their values and priorities.
  • Assess suicide risk in 10-15 minutes.
  • Discuss with patients ambivalence and reasons for living.
  • Collaboratively devise a crisis response plan that may reduce suicide attempts by 76%.
  • Provide brief interventions to de-activate the suicidal mode.
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began almost 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program for medical professionals, administrators, public officials, community members and other stakeholders. Dr. Corso has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on suicide and is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.
Thu 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Suicide Prevention

9:30 am - 10:45 am Session 2

Behavioral Neuroplasticity: Psychedelics for Alcohol Use Disorder

Nathan Sackett, MDAda 2

There is increasing interest in psychedelics for a range of psychiatric disorders. This talk is meant to provide history and context around current studies exploring psychedelics for AUD.

Learning Objectives

  • Be able to articulate some basic history of psychedelics for AUD.
  • Review evidence of Psychedelics for AUD
  • Explore some potential mechanisms.
Nathan Sackett, MD, MS, is the Director of the Center for Novel Therapeutics in Addiction Psychiatry and Acting Assistant Professor in the University of Washington Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. His focus is on the intersection between substance use and psychiatric disorders and the use of psychedelics to treat substance use disorders with a particular interest in how psychedelics can augment the psychotherapeutic process and facilitate behavioral change.
Thu 9:30 am - 10:45 am

PROSPER: Proactive Reduction Of Suicide in Populations via Evidence-based Research

Kent CorsoCanyon 1 & 2

Learning Objectives

  • Adopt language for suicidal patients that is respectful and non-judgmental.
  • Assist patients with suicidal symptoms in a collaborative, empowering way, anchored in their values and priorities.
  • Assess suicide risk in 10-15 minutes.
  • Discuss with patients ambivalence and reasons for living.
  • Collaboratively devise a crisis response plan that may reduce suicide attempts by 76%.
  • Provide brief interventions to de-activate the suicidal mode.
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began almost 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program for medical professionals, administrators, public officials, community members and other stakeholders. Dr. Corso has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on suicide and is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.
Thu 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Suicide Prevention

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Session 3

Community Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention

Amber LaRocco, CADCAda 3

This session will explore the principles of harm reduction and overdose prevention, emphasizing practical strategies to reduce the risks associated with substance use. Participants will learn how to implement evidence-based approaches, including overdose risk assessment, naloxone distribution, and person-centered interventions, to support individuals and improve community health outcomes

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the Principles of Harm Reduction
  • Participants will be able to define harm reduction, explain its key principles, and describe how it promotes health, dignity, and autonomy for people who use drugs.
  • Identify Overdose Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies
  • Participants will recognize common overdose risk factors, including substance use patterns and environmental influences, and learn evidence-based strategies to prevent overdose.
  • Implement Practical Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention Practices
  • Participants will learn how to apply harm reduction strategies in their communities
Amber LaRocco is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery and wellness. With many years of experience in substance use treatment and harm reduction, she has worked closely with individuals, families, and communities to expand access to care. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Program Manager, Amber focuses on developing programs that reduce barriers, promote evidence-based treatment, and foster collaboration among service providers. She believes in meeting people where they are, creating compassionate spaces for connecting, and working alongside others to drive meaningful change in behavioral health.
Thu 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
OUD

Neurobiology of addiction and medications for treatment

Reid Lofgran, MDAda 2

Addiction is a very complex disease process, and we are learning more about it daily. As we take a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of addiction we have much better outcomes. This presentation is to describe the medical component of treatment and the importance of integration of that treatment into different disciplines.

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss mechanisms behind addiction
  • Explain connections between addiction and mental health
  • Review medications used to treat addiction
Dr. Lofgran is a caring family physician who practices in Gooding, Idaho. He works with a team of qualified physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants at North Canyon Medical Center. Dr. Lofgran takes care of the entire family, from newborns to the elderly. He also treats chemical addictions.
Thu 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
OUD

PROSPER: Proactive Reduction Of Suicide in Populations via Evidence-based Research

Kent CorsoCanyon 1 & 2

Learning Objectives

  • Adopt language for suicidal patients that is respectful and non-judgmental.
  • Assist patients with suicidal symptoms in a collaborative, empowering way, anchored in their values and priorities.
  • Assess suicide risk in 10-15 minutes.
  • Discuss with patients ambivalence and reasons for living.
  • Collaboratively devise a crisis response plan that may reduce suicide attempts by 76%.
  • Provide brief interventions to de-activate the suicidal mode.
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began almost 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program for medical professionals, administrators, public officials, community members and other stakeholders. Dr. Corso has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on suicide and is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.
Thu 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Suicide Prevention

12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch

Where to Get Lunch

Thu 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

1:15 pm - 2:30 pm Session 4

Harm Reduction Idaho & It's Easy - Naloxone Training

Alice KnottsAda 3

This session will delve into the history of harm reduction laws in Idaho, including key legislative milestones. It will examine some harm reduction strategies with strong evidence demonstrating reduction in infectious disease transmission and overdose associated with substance use. Additionally, the session will include a naloxone training to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to an opioid overdose. This workshop is designed for community members, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and anyone interested in making a positive impact in Idaho communities.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the history of harm reduction laws in Idaho
  • Identify key legislative milestones and their impact on public health
  • Recognize evidence-based harm reduction strategies
  • Explain how these strategies reduce infectious disease transmission and overdose risks
  • Develop practical overdose response skills
  • Learn to administer nasal naloxone effectively in emergency situations.
Dr. Alice Knotts, a WSU College of Pharmacy graduate (2018), has a diverse background in clinical pharmacy. After residency and experience at St. Luke's, she thrived at Kootenai Health, managing services, leading quality initiatives, and serving as President of the Spokane Pharmacy Association.
Thu 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm

PROSPER: Proactive Reduction Of Suicide in Populations via Evidence-based Research (Repeat)

Kent CorsoCanyon 1 & 2

Learning Objectives

  • Adopt language for suicidal patients that is respectful and non-judgmental.
  • Assist patients with suicidal symptoms in a collaborative, empowering way, anchored in their values and priorities.
  • Assess suicide risk in 10-15 minutes.
  • Discuss with patients ambivalence and reasons for living.
  • Collaboratively devise a crisis response plan that may reduce suicide attempts by 76%.
  • Provide brief interventions to de-activate the suicidal mode.
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began almost 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program for medical professionals, administrators, public officials, community members and other stakeholders. Dr. Corso has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on suicide and is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.
Thu 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Suicide Prevention

Treating Adult ADHD: Perspectives from Addiction Medicine

Norm Litchfield, MD, FASMAda 2

Prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) and stimulant prescribing rates are on the rise in the United States. Similarly, there has been a significant increase in the prevalence of Stimulant Use Disorders (StUD) and stimulant-associated overdose deaths. While there are no FDA approved medications for the treatment of StUD, the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) in conjunction with the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) recently published a Clinical Practice Guideline on the Management of Stimulant Use Disorder, that includes recommendations for the concurrent management of ADHD and StUD. This presentation will explore the complexities of making the diagnosis of ADHD in adults and review the available evidence for treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders comorbid with ADHD.

Learning Objectives

  • Increase awareness for the complexity involved in accurately diagnosing Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults
  • Discuss the evidence for stimulant treatment of adult ADHD alone, and when comorbid with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
  • Discuss the evidence for SUD alone, and when comorbid with ADHD
Norm Litchfield is an adult psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist. He is the Director of Addiction Medicine within the Behavioral Health Service Line at St Lukes, where he sees patients on the inpatient consult service and in clinic in Boise and McCall. Together with Beth Bolen and Alicia Carrasco, he is a fellow and founding board member of the Idaho Chapter of the American Society of Addiction Medicine.
Thu 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm

2:45 pm - 3:45 pm Session 5

Addressing Stigma & Harm Reduction The Changing Role of Law Enforcement

Donnie Varnell, BS Criminal JusticeAda 2

Exploring how law enforcement's role in the opioid crisis is changing and how to integrate law enforcement into harm reduction based programs.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify 2 programs to reduce ODs that involve Law Enforcement
  2. List steps to involve Law Enforcement in Harm Reduction Programs
  3. Recognize how to reduce the damage caused by stigma
Donnie is presently an investigator with the Dare County Sheriff’s Office, where he also sits on several state level committees combating prescription and opioid drug abuse, and presenting content involved with these matters. Donnie continues to work with law enforcement agencies and policy makers in promoting and enacting harm reduction-based programs such as syringe service programs and pre-arrest diversion concepts. Donnie also the coordinator for the Northeastern North Carolina Humane Trafficking Task Force. Donnie was the director of the NCHRC’s Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Program and also served as the NCHRC’s Policing Coordinator where he was heavily involved in the Naloxone Program for Law Enforcement and First Responders. He also assisted with developing and implementing harm reduction legislation.
Thu 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

Beyond Biology: Neck Up Solutions to Pain Management

Becky Curtis, NBC-HWCAda 3

Why is it so hard to solve chronic pain? We've developed mind-bending technology, and written hundreds of books, published thousands of studies, developed untold numbers of medications, and we have dozens of different surgical interventions that are based on this field of knowledge. Why then, do 50+ million people still have chronic pain? Following a horrific car accident in one of the most remote places in the lower 48, Becky Curtis went on an inner quest to unlock the mystery of chronic pain and give others who suffer a chance to go on the same adventure. In this talk, Becky reveals what she discovered and how her adventure out of pain goes far Beyond Biology.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify how the latest research on the brain and pain relate to relearning and pain management
  • Gain understanding of the role of the bio/psyco/social/spiritual model plays in the learned phenomenon of chronic pain
  • Learn how coached clients acquire knowledge and implement effective pain-management strategies with the guidance of a coach
Becky Curtis is passionate about changing the world for people with chronic pain. She is the founder of Take Courage Coaching and Pain Coach Academy and has presented her coaching case studies and data and the TCC™ program at State and International conferences such as PAINWEEK. Becky is the recipient of the 2016 Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group Beacon Award--"lighting the way for the rights of injured workers,” and was the 2015 Magna Comp Laude Winner. She lives in Nampa, Idaho. She loves hiking, grandkids and camping with Barry, her husband.
Thu 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

Clinical Case Vignettes: Pain is still pain… even in OUD

Mary Geist, MDOwyhee

Manage acute pain management for patients receiving buprenorphine.

Mary is originally from Palmer, AK though she completed her undergraduate in Psychology at Boise State University. She moved back to Alaska and began working as a medical assistant in an addiction treatment program which allowed her to find her true passion, addiction medicine. Mary then attended medical school at University of Washington School of Medicine and is currently in her Internal Medicine Residency for UW-Boise. She plans to apply for Addiction Medicine Fellowship within the upcoming cycle with hopes to return to her home state and provide more access to addiction services.
Thu 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
OUD

PROSPER: Proactive Reduction Of Suicide in Populations via Evidence-based Research (Repeat)

Kent CorsoCanyon 1 & 2

Learning Objectives

  • Adopt language for suicidal patients that is respectful and non-judgmental.
  • Assist patients with suicidal symptoms in a collaborative, empowering way, anchored in their values and priorities.
  • Assess suicide risk in 10-15 minutes.
  • Discuss with patients ambivalence and reasons for living.
  • Collaboratively devise a crisis response plan that may reduce suicide attempts by 76%.
  • Provide brief interventions to de-activate the suicidal mode.
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began almost 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program for medical professionals, administrators, public officials, community members and other stakeholders. Dr. Corso has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on suicide and is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.
Thu 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Suicide Prevention

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 6

Addressing Stigma & Harm Reduction The Changing Role of Law Enforcement

Donnie Varnell, BS Criminal JusticeAda 2

Exploring how law enforcement's role in the opioid crisis is changing and how to integrate law enforcement into harm reduction based programs.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify 2 programs to reduce ODs that involve Law Enforcement
  2. List steps to involve Law Enforcement in Harm Reduction Programs
  3. Recognize how to reduce the damage caused by stigma
Donnie is presently an investigator with the Dare County Sheriff’s Office, where he also sits on several state level committees combating prescription and opioid drug abuse, and presenting content involved with these matters. Donnie continues to work with law enforcement agencies and policy makers in promoting and enacting harm reduction-based programs such as syringe service programs and pre-arrest diversion concepts. Donnie also the coordinator for the Northeastern North Carolina Humane Trafficking Task Force. Donnie was the director of the NCHRC’s Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Program and also served as the NCHRC’s Policing Coordinator where he was heavily involved in the Naloxone Program for Law Enforcement and First Responders. He also assisted with developing and implementing harm reduction legislation.
Thu 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

Clinical Case Vignettes: The Kratom Trap: A battle of unsuspecting addiction

Taylor Sorenson, DOOwyhee

Clinical case describing kratom use and the challenges of treatment.

Learning Objectives

  • Understanding Kratom use and how it relates to opioid use disorder
  • How to approach patients using Kratom
  • Learning how to assist patients with kratom use disorder utilizing suboxone
Graduated from Pacific Northwest University in 2021 and completed Family Medicine Residency training in 2024. Now is the current Primary Care Psychiatry Fellow for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Thu 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
OUD

Crisis Care Continuum

Abigail Hackett, BAAda 3

This presentation will explore the behavioral health needs and how Idaho is answering part of that need with the crisis care continuum of having someone to call, someone to respond, and somewhere to go. We will discuss how the crisis centers fall in to this continuum and the wrap around care provided to the clients as we work with community partners in each region.

Learning Objective

  • The objective of this presentation is to educate the community of the crisis care continuum as a behavioral health resource and how to use this free resource for themselves or as a referral for others.
Thu 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

PROSPER: Proactive Reduction Of Suicide in Populations via Evidence-based Research (Repeat)

Kent CorsoCanyon 1 & 2

Learning Objectives

  • Adopt language for suicidal patients that is respectful and non-judgmental.
  • Assist patients with suicidal symptoms in a collaborative, empowering way, anchored in their values and priorities.
  • Assess suicide risk in 10-15 minutes.
  • Discuss with patients ambivalence and reasons for living.
  • Collaboratively devise a crisis response plan that may reduce suicide attempts by 76%.
  • Provide brief interventions to de-activate the suicidal mode.
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began almost 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program for medical professionals, administrators, public officials, community members and other stakeholders. Dr. Corso has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on suicide and is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.
Thu 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Suicide Prevention

Friday April 11th

8:15 am - 9:30 am -Keynote

Department of Defense Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration

Meghan Corso, PsyD, ABPPCombined Rooms

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the DoD Primary Care Behavioral Health Program

2. Identify best practices

3. Name the lessons learned and implications for own practice

CAPT Meghan Corso currently serves as the Chief of Behavioral Health Clinical Operations at the Defense Health Agency. In this role, CAPT Corso is responsible for DoD-wide behavioral health policies, procedural instructions, and Congressional reports. She serves as a DoD representative to several interagency and inter-service task forces which address significant national or international behavioral health concerns with the goal of developing and executing solutions. CAPT Corso graduated from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in Washington DC in 2006. She also earned board certification in Clinical Health Psychology in 2012 from the American Board of Professional Psychology. CAPT Corso is a Scientist Officer in the United States Public Health Service since 2009. She also honorably served four years as a psychologist in the United States Air Force.
Fri 8:15 am - 9:30 am

10:00 am - 11:00 am -Session 1

Leveraging Consumer Behavior to Drive Food-as-Medicine

Clay Young, MBAAda 2 &3

Food-as-Medicine is on the rise, but consumer behaviors and household food culture needs to be understood and embraced if we wish to see major success in improving lives. This session will explore this topic and attempt to provide the participant with new tools and a consumer-oriented framework for improving health outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Establish the context for the rise of Food-as-Medicine Discuss select factors leading to a rising tide Expose the consumer-behavior aspects that can both drive or limit success
  2. Lay out the case for why a focus on food ingredients, rather than lifestyle is one key to success
  3. Expose examples of successful programs focused on ingredients
  4. Discuss food as a mechanism to support medication efficacy
  5. Look at this idea through the lens of GLP-1s and obesity
Clay is a seasoned serial entrepreneur on a mission to create a profound impact in the world. His current journey is a culmination of my expertise in consumer purchasing behavior, digital innovation, and a deep-rooted passion for food data transparency aimed at enhancing people's health. Clay's focus is on empowering individuals who are at risk or managing food-related diseases to access the right food products, thereby improving their health and overall well-being.
Fri 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Stepping Stones and Sophisticated Solutions: Data and AI Applications in Clinical Pharmacy Work

Tyler Hemsley, PharmDCanyon 1 & 2

Bracing for disruption. Explore the costs of outdated tools, delayed data and disconnected care teams. How do we strike an appropriate balance between embracing advanced technology while staying focused on the people, and the people taking care of people?

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the Challenges and Costs of Outdated Healthcare Systems

2. Explore Practical Strategies for Leveraging Data and AI in Healthcare

3. Develop a balanced approach to AI adoption and data in healthcare settings

Tyler is a dynamic and accomplished pharmacist with extensive experience in specialty pharmacy operations, population health, healthcare innovation, and leadership roles. He has a proven ability to lead projects, improve process efficiencies, and translate strategic vision to implementation.
Fri 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Clinical Pharmacy

11:00 am - 11:30 am -Session 2

Leveraging Consumer Behavior to Drive Food-as-Medicine (Repeat)

Clay Young, MBAAda 2 &3

Food-as-Medicine is on the rise, but consumer behaviors and household food culture needs to be understood and embraced if we wish to see major success in improving lives. This session will explore this topic and attempt to provide the participant with new tools and a consumer-oriented framework for improving health outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Establish the context for the rise of Food-as-Medicine Discuss select factors leading to a rising tide Expose the consumer-behavior aspects that can both drive or limit success
  2. Lay out the case for why a focus on food ingredients, rather than lifestyle is one key to success
  3. Expose examples of successful programs focused on ingredients
  4. Discuss food as a mechanism to support medication efficacy
  5. Look at this idea through the lens of GLP-1s and obesity
Clay is a seasoned serial entrepreneur on a mission to create a profound impact in the world. His current journey is a culmination of my expertise in consumer purchasing behavior, digital innovation, and a deep-rooted passion for food data transparency aimed at enhancing people's health. Clay's focus is on empowering individuals who are at risk or managing food-related diseases to access the right food products, thereby improving their health and overall well-being.
Fri 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Stepping Stones and Sophisticated Solutions: Data and AI Applications in Clinical Pharmacy Work

Tyler Hemsley, PharmDCanyon 1 & 2

Bracing for disruption. Explore the costs of outdated tools, delayed data and disconnected care teams. How do we strike an appropriate balance between embracing advanced technology while staying focused on the people, and the people taking care of people?

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the Challenges and Costs of Outdated Healthcare Systems

2. Explore Practical Strategies for Leveraging Data and AI in Healthcare

3. Develop a balanced approach to AI adoption and data in healthcare settings

Tyler is a dynamic and accomplished pharmacist with extensive experience in specialty pharmacy operations, population health, healthcare innovation, and leadership roles. He has a proven ability to lead projects, improve process efficiencies, and translate strategic vision to implementation.
Fri 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Clinical Pharmacy

11:45 am - 12:15 pm -Session 3

Empowering Patients: Strategies for Effective Medication Management

Anne Maxon, PharmD & Sabrina Sherwood, PharmDCanyon 1 & 2

Description: Patient engagement is a key driver of medication adherence, yet barriers such as communication gaps, cost concerns, and treatment complexity often lead to poor health outcomes. This session explores evidence-based strategies and technology-driven solutions to enhance patient-clinician collaboration in medication management. Attendees will gain actionable insights on improving adherence, reducing adverse events, and optimizing patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify key barriers to medication adherence and their impact on patient outcomes.
  • Explain the role of patient engagement in improving medication adherence.
  • Discuss evidence-based interventions and emerging technologies that support medication management.
Sabrina Sherwood is a Clinical Pharmacist at the Cystic Fibrosis Center of Idaho located in Boise, Idaho. She received her doctorate of pharmacy degree at Idaho State University and completed two years of residency training at University of Utah. Anne is a pharmacist with extensive experience in health systems, long-term care, and surgical care. She has a talent for finding efficient ways to connect clinicians and patients. Anne Maxson, PharmD, is an experienced pharmacist with a diverse background spanning inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and long-term care settings. She has also contributed to the development of technology aimed at preventing medication diversion for a corporate startup. Recognizing the critical gaps in patient education and medication management, Anne founded Effectiv Inc. to bridge these challenges. Through a blend of pharmaceutical expertise, innovative technology, and strategic medication management, she is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and clinician engagement.
Fri 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Clinical Pharmacy

Ethics and Boundaries

Kim Keys, LCPS, CSAda 2 & 3

Note: This Session extends from 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM

Boundaries continue to be the most commonly cited issue in complaints against professional licenses. It's imperative, as a mental health practitioner, that we understand what constitutes a healthy and therapeutic boundary and those that undermine the therapeutic process. This training is for mental health professionals in any setting. From Private practice to agency work, ethical boundaries are an essential part of our therapeutic work.

Learning Objective

  • Learn to identify common boundary pitfalls
  • Develop a formal decision tree to aid in navigating these dilemmas both ethically and legally
Kim Keys has over 25 years behavioral health experience. Her clinical background ranges from forensic populations and criminality to substance use, trauma and acute behavior health disorders. Most recently Kim has founded Keys Counseling Solutions; a group counseling clinic and behavioral health consulting agency, focused on providing excellent client care, supporting behavioral health systems and improving outcomes across the state of Idaho.
Fri 11:45 am - 12:15 pm

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm -Lunch

Where to Get Lunch

Thu 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm -Session 4

Peer and recovery Support Specialist

April Browne, LCSW CADCAda 2 & 3

What is a peer support/recovery coach? How can it help my patients?

Learning Objectives

  • To understand what a peer/recovery is
  • To identify how it can help my patients
  • How it can benefit the hospital or primary care
April has worked in addiction treatment since 2009 and is the co-owner of Family Services Treatment with offices in Emmett and Payette. She was born and raised in rural Idaho and struggled with her own addiction as a teen and young adult. Through her own tenacity and desire of a better life for herself and young son, April beat the odds of addiction and has been free of her own drug of choice since 1999. April attended Treasure Valley Community College, earning her associates of arts degree with a focus on social work and a certificate in addiction studies. She attended Boise State University and received her master’s in social work in 2015.
Fri 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Psilocybin Assisted Therapy for MDD

Julia Boyle, PharmDCanyon 1 & 2

Review history and current literature on the evidence behind using psilocybin in patients with depression.

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the history of psilocybin
  • Describe mechanism of action and kinetics of psilocybin
  • Describe effects on the body and the brain
  • Discuss evidence for psilocybin therapy for the treatment of depression
Julia Boyle is a highly skilled pharmacist with a passion for psychiatric pharmacy and behavioral health. She graduated from pharmacy school in 2014 and went on to complete two years of post-graduate training at the Salt Lake City VA, specializing in psychiatric pharmacy. Julia's expertise was further developed during her time as faculty at Idaho State University, where she contributed to the education and training of future pharmacists. Alongside her academic role, she had a clinical practice site at the Boise VA inpatient psychiatry unit, providing care to veterans and enhancing her practical experience in the field of mental health.
Fri 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Clinical Pharmacy

2:45 pm - 3:45 pm -Session 5

Opioid Use Disorder (OUD): Pharmacist Diagnosing, Prescribing, and Billing in Idaho

Alice Knotts, PharmDCanyon 1 & 2

This presentation will increase participants understanding of how the doctor of pharmacy program prepares pharmacists to be medical practitioners. It will provide a comprehensive look at the rules governing pharmacist prescribing practice in Idaho, including autonomous prescribing and diagnostic authority. Additionally, it will cover diagnosing opioid use disorder (OUD) and billing for OUD-related services. This workshop is designed for pharmacists and other healthcare providers interested in treating individuals with OUD.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will increase their understanding of how the doctor of pharmacy program prepares pharmacists to be diagnosing and prescribing medical practitioners
  • Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the rules governing pharmacist prescribing practice in Idaho, including autonomous prescribing and diagnostic authority
  • Participants will learn about diagnosis and billing for OUD-related services as well as some nuances with billing for pharmacist rendered services in Idaho
Dr. Alice Knotts, a WSU College of Pharmacy graduate (2018), has a diverse background in clinical pharmacy. After residency and experience at St. Luke's, she thrived at Kootenai Health, managing services, leading quality initiatives, and serving as President of the Spokane Pharmacy Association.
Fri 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
Clinical Pharmacy, OUD

Peer and recovery Support Specialist

April Browne, LCSW CADCAda 2 & 3

What is a peer support/recovery coach? How can it help my patients?

Learning Objectives

  • To understand what a peer/recovery is
  • To identify how it can help my patients
  • How it can benefit the hospital or primary care
April has worked in addiction treatment since 2009 and is the co-owner of Family Services Treatment with offices in Emmett and Payette. She was born and raised in rural Idaho and struggled with her own addiction as a teen and young adult. Through her own tenacity and desire of a better life for herself and young son, April beat the odds of addiction and has been free of her own drug of choice since 1999. April attended Treasure Valley Community College, earning her associates of arts degree with a focus on social work and a certificate in addiction studies. She attended Boise State University and received her master’s in social work in 2015.
Fri 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm -Session 6

HIV & HCV Testing Access for Marginalized Patients: Pharmacist Clinic Revolutionizing Care

Sasha Heyneman, PharmDCanyon 1 & 2

This presentation explores a Clinic Pharmacy model and the expanding role of pharmacist-led clinics in improving healthcare access for marginalized communities, especially in rural areas. Attendees will learn strategies for integrating HIV and HCV testing services, enhancing patient engagement, and improving care. The session will also highlight strategic changes in pharmacy settings to better support underserved populations.

Learning Objectives

  • Explore the Role of Pharmacist-Led Clinics
  • Understand the "Clinic Pharmacy" model as a new paradigm for healthcare, especially in rural areas
  • Recognize the role of pharmacists as revolutionizing healthcare for marginalized patients
  • Implement Best Practices in Community Care
  • Learn effective strategies for integrating HIV and HCV testing services into pharmacist-led clinics to enhance patient engagement and linkage to care
  • Determine changes that can be made in the clinic and the pharmacy setting to best support marginalized patients
Dr. Heyneman was born and raised in Pocatello, ID with professor parents, too curious for her own good, and a healthy competitive streak. After learning about coding for cures at UC San Diego, she decided she wanted to be helping patients directly, bringing her back to Idaho to get her PharmD in 2022. After many experiences advocating for patients of all backgrounds, finding the love of her life, and teaching the next generation of pharmacists, she’s ready to bring what she learned back to her hometown. She’s only a little bitter that her brother won the race.
Fri 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Clinical Pharmacy, HIV/HEP C, LGBTQ+

Saturday April 12th

8:15 am - 9:15 am | Keynote

Ten Keys to a Thriving Integrated Care Service

Jeff Reiter, PhD, ABPPCombined Rooms

Integrated primary care is now more than 30 years in the making. In this Keynote session, the presenter will draw on the literature from those three decades, and on his 25 years of lessons learned, to outline ten practices that characterize thriving integrated care services.

Learning Objectives

  • List two reasons why integrated care is occurring
  • Identify three barriers to patients accessing mental health
  • Describe three strategies that can help an integrated care service perform optimally
Dr. Jeff Reiter, a renowned expert in integrated behavioral healthcare, has extensive experience as a clinician, administrator, and consultant in various healthcare settings. He has guided numerous organizations in implementing integrated care models, published widely on the topic, and co-authored influential books on integrated care implementation. He is a faculty member at Arizona State University and a sought-after speaker and advisor.
Sat 8:15 am - 9:15 am

9:45 am - 11:30 am | Session 1

Building Bridges - Strategies to Engage Care Teams to Enhance Patient Engagement and Care Team Satisfaction

Patti Robinson, PhDAda 1 & 3

When beginning integrated care, healthcare systems identify specific strategies to use to cross the bridge from siloed care to integrated care. Additionally, they select measures to assess progress on their journey. The satisfaction and engagement of both patients and providers are two important targets to monitor regularly. Moving the dial on these metrics facilitates adoption of additional integration strategies and achievement of other important integrated care outcomes. In this presentation, participants will have an opportunity to reflect on their progress, identify challenges and barriers, and make action plans for greater success in integrated care.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify ways to feasibly assess patient satisfaction and patient preferences and then link findings to service innovations
  • Identify feasible methods for measuring patient engagement and strategies that healthcare providers can use to enhance patient engagement
  • List ways to learn more about healthcare provider satisfaction and how to enhance engagement at work
Dr. Robinson is currently the Director of Training and Program Evaluation for Mountainview Consulting Group (www.Mtnviewconsulting.com) (winner of an APA Presidential Innovative Practice Award). She co-founded the Primary Care Behavioral Health model and Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Sat 9:45 am - 11:30 am

Integrating Parent-Child Interaction Therapy in Brief Behavioral Health Interventions

Katelyn Perry, LCPCBoise

This presentation explores the application of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) techniques within the context of brief behavioral health interventions as a Behavioral Health Consultant working in an integrated model. It will highlight how PCIT can be effectively integrated into short-term consultations to improve parent-child dynamics, address behavioral challenges, and enhance overall treatment outcomes. Participants will gain practical insights into applying these evidence-based skills in real-world, time-limited settings.

Learning Objecties

  1. Understand the core principles and techniques of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and their relevance in behavioral health settings.
  2. Learn how to integrate PCIT strategies into brief, time-limited interventions to address common behavioral challenges in parent-child relationships.
  3. Identify key factors for successful implementation of PCIT in diverse behavioral health settings, including overcoming challenges and ensuring effective outcomes.
Katelyn Perry is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with extensive experience in providing therapeutic services to children, families, and individuals. Specializing in evidence-based practices, she is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), a highly effective, structured approach that strengthens the parent-child relationship while addressing behavioral concerns in young children.
Sat 9:45 am - 11:30 am

Leveraging Consumer Behavior to Drive Food-as-Medicine

Clay Young, MBAAda 2 &3

Food-as-Medicine is on the rise, but consumer behaviors and household food culture needs to be understood and embraced if we wish to see major success in improving lives. This session will explore this topic and attempt to provide the participant with new tools and a consumer-oriented framework for improving health outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Establish the context for the rise of Food-as-Medicine Discuss select factors leading to a rising tide Expose the consumer-behavior aspects that can both drive or limit success
  2. Lay out the case for why a focus on food ingredients, rather than lifestyle is one key to success
  3. Expose examples of successful programs focused on ingredients
  4. Discuss food as a mechanism to support medication efficacy
  5. Look at this idea through the lens of GLP-1s and obesity
Clay is a seasoned serial entrepreneur on a mission to create a profound impact in the world. His current journey is a culmination of my expertise in consumer purchasing behavior, digital innovation, and a deep-rooted passion for food data transparency aimed at enhancing people's health. Clay's focus is on empowering individuals who are at risk or managing food-related diseases to access the right food products, thereby improving their health and overall well-being.
Fri 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Non-Pharmacological Management of Insomnia in Primary Care

Kyle Davis, PhDCanyon 2

The following workshop will: 1. Review expectations for healthy sleep across lifespan 2. Explain common etiologies of insomnia 3. Provide an overview of treatment of insomnia with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) 4. Provide examples of application of skills from CBT-I 5. Provide attendees an opportunity to review case studies and develop treatment plans for common presentations of insomnia in primary care.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand realistic expectations for sleep across lifespan

2. Understand 4 Factor Model of Insomnia

3. Define key elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy of Insomnia

4. Learn how to develop a treatment plan based on patient presentation

Kyle Davis moved to Boise, Idaho in 2013 after completing a PhD program in clinical psychology at the University of Colorado, Boulder and has focused his career on helping people improve their physical and psychological well-being. In 2021, Dr. Davis launched Confluence Health Psychology to provide effective, efficient, and timely services to help people manage a range of chronic health conditions.
Sat 9:45 am - 11:30 am

Transformation Collaborative Outcome Management (TCOM) System to Manage Information in Idaho (TCOM tools: CANS, CAT, ANSA, and FAST)

Molly Perotti, LCSW & April Aucker, LCSWAda 3

This presentation will cover how Transformational Collaborative Outcome Management (TCOM) system came to Idaho and will include: System adaptation ‚Refresher of TCOM tools (CANS, ANSA, CAT, and FAST) ‚Review of Magellan's electronic system

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will gain insight into how the system of care has been adapted in Idaho
  • Participants will review the 6 key principles to ensure CANS are completed accurately and appropriately
  • Participants will accrue knowledge about how collaboration is a critical component of TCOM tools
  • Participants will explore Magellan's P-CIS system
Sat 9:45 am - 11:30 am

Using Motivational Interviewing to Support Lifestyle Change in Patients with Chronic Conditions

Amy Walters, PhDCanyon 1

Learning Objectives

  • Introduce key principals of MI and SSI for use in brief visits
  • Learn multiple interventions that can be used in a single integrated visit
  • Practice the skills through case examples and personal experience
Amy Walters is a clinical and health psychologist and the Director of Behavioral Health Services for St. Luke’s Humphreys Diabetes Center in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Walters is the owner and CEO of Integrated Care Solutions of Idaho, PLLC. Her clinical work focuses on emotional and behavioral factors which negatively impact health and chronic disease management.
Sat 9:45 am - 11:30 am

11:30 am - 1:00 pm | Lunch

Where to Get Lunch

Thu 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Session 2

A Primer on Eating Disorder Assessment and CBT for Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Kelsie Hendrickson, PhD, ABPPCanyon 1

This session will provide behavioral health care professionals insights into important components of eating disorder assessments. Participants also will learn the prevalence and characteristics of ARFID, followed by a more in-depth look at Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR). There will be clinical examples, tips and tricks, and a Q&A segment.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will identify components of eating disorder assessment from a mental health lens
  • Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of ARFID, including diagnostic criteria and subtypes
  • Participants will identify the four stages of CBT-AR
Dr. Kelsie Hendrickson is a licensed psychologist in Twin Falls, Idaho. She specializes in eating disorders, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and related concerns. Dr. Hendrickson graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with degrees in Psychology and Spanish. She continued her journey at Idaho State University and earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology.
Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Building Bridges - Strategies to Engage Care Teams to Enhance Patient Engagement and Care Team Satisfaction (Repeat)

Patti Robinson, PhDAda 2

When beginning integrated care, healthcare systems identify specific strategies to use to cross the bridge from siloed care to integrated care. Additionally, they select measures to assess progress on their journey. The satisfaction and engagement of both patients and providers are two important targets to monitor regularly. Moving the dial on these metrics facilitates adoption of additional integration strategies and achievement of other important integrated care outcomes. In this presentation, participants will have an opportunity to reflect on their progress, identify challenges and barriers, and make action plans for greater success in integrated care.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify ways to feasibly assess patient satisfaction and patient preferences and then link findings to service innovations
  • Identify feasible methods for measuring patient engagement and strategies that healthcare providers can use to enhance patient engagement
  • List ways to learn more about healthcare provider satisfaction and how to enhance engagement at work
Dr. Robinson is currently the Director of Training and Program Evaluation for Mountainview Consulting Group (www.Mtnviewconsulting.com) (winner of an APA Presidential Innovative Practice Award). She co-founded the Primary Care Behavioral Health model and Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ethics: Application of Ethics in Behavioral Health

DeAnn Carr, LCSW, CCEPAda 3

Practitioners within behavioral health clinical practices are confronted with a wide array of clinical and operational situations that may place the practitioner in the position of making difficult ethical decisions. This training includes exploration of various codes of ethics and their application to the field of behavioral health.

Learning Objectives

  • Understanding the variables that can contribute to ethical violations
  • Increased understanding of various professional code of ethics
  • Exploring and understanding real-world applications of ethical concepts
DeAnn Carr, L.C.S.W., C.C.E.P. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional with thirty years’ experience in the behavioral health field. She is a Behavioral Health Systems Consultant that provides project management, system assessment, design, and implementation, strategic planning, grant writing, and trainings. Additional experience has included serving as a Senior Director for an Oregon Medicaid Coordinated Care Organization, focusing on development and transformation of community systems and as a County Health Services Deputy Director responsible for running and ongoing transformation of the Behavioral Health Division.
Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Integrating Parent-Child Interaction Therapy in Brief Behavioral Health Interventions (Repeat)

Katelyn Perry, LCPCBoise

This presentation explores the application of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) techniques within the context of brief behavioral health interventions as a Behavioral Health Consultant working in an integrated model. It will highlight how PCIT can be effectively integrated into short-term consultations to improve parent-child dynamics, address behavioral challenges, and enhance overall treatment outcomes. Participants will gain practical insights into applying these evidence-based skills in real-world, time-limited settings.

Learning Objecties

  1. Understand the core principles and techniques of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and their relevance in behavioral health settings.
  2. Learn how to integrate PCIT strategies into brief, time-limited interventions to address common behavioral challenges in parent-child relationships.
  3. Identify key factors for successful implementation of PCIT in diverse behavioral health settings, including overcoming challenges and ensuring effective outcomes.
Katelyn Perry is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with extensive experience in providing therapeutic services to children, families, and individuals. Specializing in evidence-based practices, she is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), a highly effective, structured approach that strengthens the parent-child relationship while addressing behavioral concerns in young children.
Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Non-Pharmacological Management of Insomnia in Primary Care (Repeat)

Kyle Davis, PhDCanyon 2

The following workshop will: 1. Review expectations for healthy sleep across lifespan 2. Explain common etiologies of insomnia 3. Provide an overview of treatment of insomnia with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) 4. Provide examples of application of skills from CBT-I 5. Provide attendees an opportunity to review case studies and develop treatment plans for common presentations of insomnia in primary care.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand realistic expectations for sleep across lifespan

2. Understand 4 Factor Model of Insomnia

3. Define key elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy of Insomnia

4. Learn how to develop a treatment plan based on patient presentation

Kyle Davis moved to Boise, Idaho in 2013 after completing a PhD program in clinical psychology at the University of Colorado, Boulder and has focused his career on helping people improve their physical and psychological well-being. In 2021, Dr. Davis launched Confluence Health Psychology to provide effective, efficient, and timely services to help people manage a range of chronic health conditions.
Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Screening for ACEs and Positive Childhood Experiences (PCE) to support positive parenting of our youngest patients

Thomas Patterson, MD & Rodger Sherman, MSAda 1

Screening for ACEs and PCEs among the parents of your pediatric patients can improve both the physical and behavioral health of your patients and their parents. The primary goal of this two-year learning collaborative was to create a patient-centered approach to screening that would lead to improved parenting by those people who are parenting with their own ACEs. We anticipate that this approach will break the generational cycle of Adverse Childhood Experiences by encouraging a regime of universal resilience promotion.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will understand how a patient centered approach can improve reliability of screening and patient outcomes
  • Participants will know how a post screening conversation is conducted and what it hopes to achieve
  • Participants will have access to resources that can support screening including virtual CME
Tom Patterson, MD Pediatrics Faculty Dr. Patterson grew up in Arizona and attended the University of Arizona for Undergraduate, Medical School and Pediatric Residency. He decided on Pediatrics early in his fourth year of medical school as he kept being pulled towards the care of children. Roger Sherman is the Executive Director of the Idaho Children's Trust Fund, which is also the state affiliate of Prevent Child Abuse America. Under Roger's leadership, the Trust has greatly expanded its efforts to prevent child sexual abuse, introduced new ways of preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome, and engaged educators, physicians and others around trauma informed care, ACEs, resilience and strengthening families.
Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
ACEs, Pediatrics

3:15 pm - 5:00 pm | Session 3

A Primer on Eating Disorder Assessment and CBT for Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) (repeat)

Kelsie Hendrickson, PhD, ABPPBoise

This session will provide behavioral health care professionals insights into important components of eating disorder assessments. Participants also will learn the prevalence and characteristics of ARFID, followed by a more in-depth look at Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR). There will be clinical examples, tips and tricks, and a Q&A segment.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will identify components of eating disorder assessment from a mental health lens
  • Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of ARFID, including diagnostic criteria and subtypes
  • Participants will identify the four stages of CBT-AR
Dr. Kelsie Hendrickson is a licensed psychologist in Twin Falls, Idaho. She specializes in eating disorders, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and related concerns. Dr. Hendrickson graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with degrees in Psychology and Spanish. She continued her journey at Idaho State University and earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology.
Sat 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Assessing ACEs and PTSD in Integrated Healthcare Settings

Shannon Lynch, PhDCanyon 2

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will be able to identify adverse events and associated health risks​
  • Participants will be able to identify and apply diagnostic criteria for PTSD from the DSM 5 and ICD 11 ​
  • Participants will learn about the prevalence of PTSD in primary care patients and other at risk populations ​
  • Participants will gain knowledge of brief assessments of ACES and PTSD​
  • Participants will review basic tenants of trauma informed care and discuss advantages and barriers to adopting a trauma informed approach in healthcare settings
Shannon Lynch is licensed clinical psychologist and a Professor of Psychology at Idaho State University. She currently serves in a ombuds role for Idaho State University and has 8 years experience as a department chair. Her research program is focused on interpersonal violence and PTSD assessment and risk and protective factors in the recovery from trauma exposures. For the past several years, her research team has conducted a series of projects examining incarcerated women's trauma exposure, mental health (e.g. PTSD and SUD), and treatment needs. Dr. Lynch has taught at Idaho State University since 2004. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Victims of Violence Program at Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School, earned her Ph.D. and master’s degrees in psychology from University of Michigan, and a bachelor’s degree in psychology and child study from Tufts University.
Sat 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
ACEs

Screening for ACEs and Positive Childhood Experiences (PCE) to support positive parenting of our youngest patients (Repeat)

Thomas Patterson, MDAda 1

Screening for ACEs and PCEs among the parents of your pediatric patients can improve both the physical and behavioral health of your patients and their parents. The primary goal of this two-year learning collaborative was to create a patient-centered approach to screening that would lead to improved parenting by those people who are parenting with their own ACEs. We anticipate that this approach will break the generational cycle of Adverse Childhood Experiences by encouraging a regime of universal resilience promotion.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will understand how a patient centered approach can improve reliability of screening and patient outcomes
  • Participants will know how a post screening conversation is conducted and what it hopes to achieve
  • Participants will have access to resources that can support screening including virtual CME
Tom Patterson, MD Pediatrics Faculty Dr. Patterson grew up in Arizona and attended the University of Arizona for Undergraduate, Medical School and Pediatric Residency. He decided on Pediatrics early in his fourth year of medical school as he kept being pulled towards the care of children. Roger Sherman is the Executive Director of the Idaho Children's Trust Fund, which is also the state affiliate of Prevent Child Abuse America. Under Roger's leadership, the Trust has greatly expanded its efforts to prevent child sexual abuse, introduced new ways of preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome, and engaged educators, physicians and others around trauma informed care, ACEs, resilience and strengthening families.
Sat 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
ACEs, Pediatrics

Transformation Collaborative Outcome Management (TCOM) System to Manage Information in Idaho (Repeat)

Molly Perotti, LCSW & April Aucker, LCSWAda 3

This presentation will cover how Transformational Collaborative Outcome Management (TCOM) system came to Idaho and will include: System adaptation ‚Refresher of TCOM tools (CANS, ANSA, CAT, and FAST) ‚Review of Magellan's electronic system

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will gain insight into how the system of care has been adapted in Idaho
  • Participants will review the 6 key principles to ensure CANS are completed accurately and appropriately
  • Participants will accrue knowledge about how collaboration is a critical component of TCOM tools
  • Participants will explore Magellan's P-CIS system
DocumentsIBHP Program Services Appendix C (1 MB)
YES Practice Manual (2 MB)
Sat 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Using Feedback Informed Treatment and Deliberate Practice to Improve Client Engagement

Shelly Conley-Durkin, Cody Ellis, Tyler LobbAda 2

Provide information on Feedback Informed Treatment and how it helps with engaging clients in their path to healing. Discuss client engagement and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. Using deliberate practice to engage and help the therapist in their work with clients.

Learning Objectives

  • Increase knowledge of Feedback Informed Treatment and how it can be used to increase client engagement and outcomes
  • Gain understanding of client engagement and strategies on how to improve client engagement to improve outcomes
  • Develop understanding about how deliberate practice can be a means to improve patient engagement
Shelly Conley-Durkin, LCSW is trained in EMDR therapy to treat trauma and other mental health issues. Shelly is a Certified Feedback Informed Trainer. She has worked in various outpatient settings and in private practice, Shelly has focused on treating adults with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and couples therapy. Tyler Lobb, MA, LCPC, NCC provides psychotherapy for individuals experiencing mood disorders, substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, relationship complications, personality disorders, and life stressors. Tyler is an Idaho licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and a nationally certified counselor (NCC). Tyler has worked in clinical psychiatric outpatient settings and community rehabilitation. He provides clinical services with a variety of patients ranging from adolescence to later life. Nathan “Cody” Ellis, MA, LCPC, NCC is a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Idaho and holds a national board certification. He approaches therapy from a collaborative and patient-centered approach with an emphasis on the client’s therapy goals and their desired approach to reach them. Cody earned his master’s degree from Boise State University and has worked in various therapy settings including inpatient, correctional, educational and outpatient clinics.
Sat 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Using Motivational Interviewing to Support Lifestyle Change in Patients with Chronic Conditions (repeat)

Amy Walters, PhDCanyon 1

Learning Objectives

  • Introduce key principals of MI and SSI for use in brief visits
  • Learn multiple interventions that can be used in a single integrated visit
  • Practice the skills through case examples and personal experience
Amy Walters is a clinical and health psychologist and the Director of Behavioral Health Services for St. Luke’s Humphreys Diabetes Center in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Walters is the owner and CEO of Integrated Care Solutions of Idaho, PLLC. Her clinical work focuses on emotional and behavioral factors which negatively impact health and chronic disease management.
Sat 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
  • April 11th, 2025
  • Ada 1
8:15 am - 9:30 am Keynote

Department of Defense Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration

  • Meghan Corso, PsyD, ABPP

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the DoD Primary Care Behavioral Health Program
  • Identify best practices
  • Name the lessons learned and implications for own practice

CAPT Meghan Corso currently serves as the Chief of Behavioral Health Clinical Operations at the Defense Health Agency. In this role, CAPT Corso is responsible for DoD-wide behavioral health policies, procedural instructions, and Congressional reports. She serves as a DoD representative to several interagency and inter-service task forces which address significant national or international behavioral health concerns with the goal of developing and executing solutions. CAPT Corso graduated from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in Washington DC in 2006. She also earned board certification in Clinical Health Psychology in 2012 from the American Board of Professional Psychology. CAPT Corso is a Scientist Officer in the United States Public Health Service since 2009. She also honorably served four years as a psychologist in the United States Air Force.

Leading the Future of Integrated Behavioral Health: Insights from National Experts

  • Panel Discussion

Join us for an engaging panel discussion with national experts on the future of integrated behavioral health. This session will explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in integrating behavioral health into primary care and other healthcare settings. Panelists will share insights on policy shifts, innovative care models, workforce development, and strategies to improve access and outcomes. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of best practices and practical approaches to advancing integrated care in their organizations. A Q&A session will provide an opportunity for direct engagement with thought leaders in the field.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the key policy trends and emerging models shaping the future of integrated behavioral health and their impact on healthcare systems.
  • Learn best practices for implementing integrated behavioral health approaches to improve patient access, outcomes, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Educate healthcare teams on effective strategies for addressing workforce challenges and sustaining integrated behavioral health programs in various clinical settings.
  • Jeff Reiter, PhD, ABPP
  • Meghan Corso, PsyD, ABPP
  • Kent Corso, PsyD, BCBA-D
  • Rodger Kessler, PhD
  • Mike Franz, MD
  • Leslie Manson, PsyD
  • Virna Little, PSyD, LCSW-r, SAP, CCM
  • Chris Hunter, PhD, ABPP

Population Health Strategies for Behavioral Health and CoCM

  • Virna Little, PSyD, LCSW-r, SAP, CCM

This session will focus on a comprehensive understanding of the Collaborative Care model including the clinical and financial benefits. There will be a focus on understanding the model and optimizing the model to manage behavioral health populations.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will gain an understanding of the Collaborative Care Model.

Dr. Little is a nationally and internationally known speaker and trainer on integrated care, Collaborative Care , suicide and overdose prevention. Dr. Little is the Co-Founder of Concert Health and the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Zero Overdose. Dr. Little is a PsyD and an LCSW.

Ten Keys to a Thriving Integrated Care Service

  • Jeff Reiter, PhD, ABPP

Integrated primary care is now more than 30 years in the making. In this Keynote session, the presenter will draw on the literature from those three decades, and on his 25 years of lessons learned, to outline ten practices that characterize thriving integrated care services.

Learning Objectives

  • List two reasons why integrated care is occurring
  • Identify three barriers to patients accessing mental health
  • Describe three strategies that can help an integrated care service perform optimally

Dr. Jeff Reiter, a renowned expert in integrated behavioral healthcare, has extensive experience as a clinician, administrator, and consultant in various healthcare settings. He has guided numerous organizations in implementing integrated care models, published widely on the topic, and co-authored influential books on integrated care implementation. He is a faculty member at Arizona State University and a sought-after speaker and advisor.

Where to Get Lunch

Why Can’t We All Get Along: Payer and Clinician Co-Design of Clinically Relevant and Financially Compelling Metrics and Performance to Drive Alternative Financial Models

  • Rodger Kessler, PhD

This session focuses on the codesign of clinical and financial institutions metrics that support alternative payment models. Unless both payer and clinician dentente, the systems will be destined to support a broken, uncomfortable relationship.

Learning Objectives

  • List the core elements of co-design models.
  • Review components of alternative payment models
  • Generate a framework for a co-design project to develop metrics and performance associated with an alternative payment model.
  • Identify co-morbid medical and behavioral comorbidity as core focus of integrated behavioral health.

CAPT Meghan Corso currently serves as the Chief of Behavioral Health Clinical Operations at the Defense Health Agency. In this role, CAPT Corso is responsible for DoD-wide behavioral health policies, procedural instructions, and Congressional reports. She serves as a DoD representative to several interagency and inter-service task forces which address significant national or international behavioral health concerns with the goal of developing and executing solutions. CAPT Corso graduated from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in Washington DC in 2006. She also earned board certification in Clinical Health Psychology in 2012 from the American Board of Professional Psychology. CAPT Corso is a Scientist Officer in the United States Public Health Service since 2009. She also honorably served four years as a psychologist in the United States Air Force.

Oregon Alternative Payment Strategies to Incentivize Clinic and Systems Integration

  • Mike Franz, MD
  • Ed McEachern, MD

Learning Objectives

  • Understand APM and VBP Strategies
  • Evaluate Financial and Operational Barriers
  • Apply Lessons from Integrated Care Models

CAPT Meghan Corso currently serves as the Chief of Behavioral Health Clinical Operations at the Defense Health Agency. In this role, CAPT Corso is responsible for DoD-wide behavioral health policies, procedural instructions, and Congressional reports. She serves as a DoD representative to several interagency and inter-service task forces which address significant national or international behavioral health concerns with the goal of developing and executing solutions. CAPT Corso graduated from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in Washington DC in 2006. She also earned board certification in Clinical Health Psychology in 2012 from the American Board of Professional Psychology. CAPT Corso is a Scientist Officer in the United States Public Health Service since 2009. She also honorably served four years as a psychologist in the United States Air Force.

Integrated Behavioral Health Strategy Session

  • Jennifer Yturriondobeitia, MSW, DBH
  • Jacob Wilson, LCSW

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the DoD Primary Care Behavioral Health Program
  2. Identify best practices
  3. Name the lessons learned and implications for own practice

Jennifer is the President and CEO of Cornerstone Whole Healthcare Organization and provides operational expertise to primary and specialty care practices throughout the State of Idaho interested in implementing integrated behavioral health programs. Her work allows providers to manage the behavioral health population and helps the patient achieve the best health and quality of life possible by preventing chronic disease, stabilizing current chronic conditions, and preventing acceleration to higher risk with higher healthcare costs.

Jake received his Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Boise State University and his Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Nevada, Reno. For the past 17 years, he has worked in community mental health, private practice, inpatient and emergency room, integrated behavioral health, and various other areas of the field. For the past 4 years, Jake has been providing clinical and operational oversight for all IBH programs as well as a specialty behavioral health clinic in a large healthcare system. Over the years Jake has developed a passion for improving access to behavioral health services to rural and underserved populations through programmatic development and community partnerships. Jake lives in McCall, Idaho with his wife and two children.

Networking Opportunities

Evening Networking

Evening Networking

Join us on April 11th at the Anderson Building for a relaxed evening reception. Savor refreshments, mingle with peers, and share key insights from the day’s sessions. This is an excellent chance to form valuable alliances!

Roundtable Talks

Roundtable Talks

Engage in lively roundtable discussions on April 10th and 12th. These focused dialogues will provide a platform to explore significant topics, exchange ideas, and partner with colleagues on forward-thinking health care solutions.

Networking Events

Networking Events

Make sure to RSVP for our networking events to ensure your spot in these essential sessions designed for connection and collaboration!

Conference Venue

Anderson Building at St. Luke's Medical Center

Address

  • 100 E Idaho St, Boise, ID 83712
    South Tower, Anderson Building, 5th Floor

Phone

  • (208) 343-7501

Breakfast, Snacks, and Refreshments

  • A light breakfast will be provided each morning.
  • Light snacks and refreshments (including coffee) will be provided throughout the duration of the conference.

Convenient parking for visitors of the Anderson Center at St. Luke’s Boise is located in the South Tower Parking Garage. The garage can be entered from Bannock Street between First and Second Streets.

Park on the roof of the garage and enter the adjoining South Tower through Entrance A. The Anderson Center is located on the 5th floor of the South Tower. 

Handicapped parking is located along Bannock Street between Avenue B and 1st Street. Enter the building through the Bannock Street/Anderson Center entrance adjacent to the parking area. Take the elevators to the fifth floor.

Transportation

Valley Regional Transit operates bus service throughout the Boise area.

Additional Details

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We recommend a business, business casual, or work uniform.

Business Cards for networking and a notebook or laptop for note taking.

Handicapped parking is located along Bannock Street between Avenue B and 1st Street. Enter the building through the Bannock Street/Anderson Center entrance adjacent to the parking area. Take the elevators to the fifth floor.

There will be a free guest WiFi to join during the Conference.

Cancellation Fee. If you can no longer attend IIBHN 2025, you may cancel your registration by providing written notice to lindac@c-who.org at any time up until April 2nd with a $100 cancellation fee. There will be no refunds given to any cancellations after April 2nd, 2025.

Please contact Linda Cardwell at lindac@c-who.org for more details.

Includes 2-day ticket to IIBHN 2025 In-Person Conference. (on-demand recordings will be available)

Earn up to 18 CMEs.

Access to the IIBHN Training Library including previous conference recordings for 1 year (100+ hours of trainings)

If you can no longer attend and wish to transfer your pass to someone else, please email lindac@c-who.org.

Blank IIBHN Conference will be available at the registration table. 

Please check-in with a member of our staff.

Attendees of the IIBHN Pre-Conference will have access to recordings of only the Pre-Conference Sessions.

Ticket holders of the 2-day IIBHN Conference will get access to recordings from the Friday and Saturday Sessions.

Recordings of all sessions will be sold following the conference but will not include Enduring Continuing Education Credits.

Pre-Conference (Thursday): $50

2-Day Conference (Friday & Saturday): $150

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Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance before or during the conference.

Jake Wilson

Cornerstone Whole Healthcare Organization

Jakew@c-who.org

Linda Cardwell

Cornerstone Whole Healthcare Organization 

Lindac@c-who.org

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