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18th Annual
H O ST E D BY
VIRTUAL EDITION
OCT. 21-22, 2021
Our mission is to educate and inspire the community to better diagnose,
treat, and care for those with ADHD and coexisting disorders.
HATTIESBURGCLINIC.COM/ADHD
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CO N FE RE NC E S P ONS OR S
H OST SPONSOR S
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E XHIBITOR S
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DuBard School for Language Disorders Move to Learn
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Gulf Coast Education Initiative Consortium Supernus
Hattiesburg Clinic Connections William Carey University School of Education
Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling Youth Villages
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Welcome to the 18th Annual ADHD
and Related Concerns Conference
Conference hosts, Hattiesburg Clinic Connections and Psychology & Counseling, are happy to welcome
you to the 18th Annual ADHD and Related Concerns Conference - Virtual Edition! We hoped to offer the
conference in a hybrid format this year, but that will not be possible. However, we will offer the conference
virtually for a second year, hopefully to be back in person in 2022! Attendees will be able to watch the
conference in real time or on-demand through November 2021 (placeholder for notes about the credits that
have viewing limitations)
The mission of this event is to educate and inspire the community to better diagnose, treat and care for
those with ADHD and coexisting disorders. We are honored you have taken the time to join us to learn more
about ADHD and related disorders. When this conference was created many years ago, the goal was to
provide an educational platform for the community. We are excited by how this event has grown, and we are
glad to be able to continue offering this content even if we can’t meet in person.
Enjoy the conference!
Sincerely,
Ronald Kent, MD, Conference Chair and Pediatrician, Medical Director of Connections
Jennifer Clark, Conference Director and Owner of Emerge Events
CO N FE REN CE H OS T S
ABOUT CONNECTIONS
Connections serves as a regional resource and treatment center providing medical, educational,
speech-language and dyslexia evaluation services for children and teenagers. Their providers offer
medical evaluation and management of ADHD and related concerns. They also work collaboratively with
Psychology & Counseling to treat behavioral and emotional issues. Connections can be reached at (601)
261-5159. Visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com/department/connections to learn more.
ABOUT PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELING
Psychology & Counseling offers a broad range of outpatient services, including research-based counseling
and comprehensive psychological assessments. Their team of licensed and credentialed professionals offer
counseling for individuals, couples and families struggling with a range of mental and emotional issues,
such as anxiety, depression and obsessive compulsive disorder. Psychology & Counseling can be reached
at (601) 261-1650. Visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com/department/psychology-counseling to learn more.
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CO N F E RE N C E B A S I C S
CONFERENCE HANDOUTS CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS
If presenters are making conference handouts Application for CEUs, credit units and contact hours
available, they will be available inside the session on from the following entities have been approved:
the digital platform. William Carey University Educator CEUs, American
Speech-Language Hearing Association, Academic
CONFERENCE AND SESSION EVALUATIONS Language Therapy Association, Mississippi Board of
In order for us to continue to present programs that Examiners for Social Work and Marriage and Family
meet your needs, please complete the conference Therapists, and Mississippi Nurses Foundation, Inc.,
evaluation that will be provided at the end of the the Gulf Coast Education Initiative Consortium
conference. If you are seeking credit, you must has applied for credit hours for National Board
complete an evaluation for each session you attend. of Certified Counselors and Mississippi Board of
Psychology through The University of Southern
VIRTUAL INSTRUCTIONS
Mississippi School of Psychology. Career-level
• Registered conference attendees will receive educational administrators may earn SEMI credits;
information on how to log in to the conference. entry-level educational administrators may earn OSL
credits. If you are seeking credit, you must complete
• The conference can be viewed on a desktop
an evaluation for each session you attend. The links
as well as the mobile app. We recommend
will be emailed and posted at www.gceic.org.
downloading the mobile app so you can
participate in any polls or surveys that will be Certificates of Attendance for out-of-state
available throughout the conference. For the participants will be available online in the
best conference experience, we recommend participant’s registration account once they have
watching the conference on your laptop or attended all sessions and completed the evaluation.
desktop and using the mobile app as an
accessory device (i.e., quick access to the
schedule, exhibitors, polling and survey features
when they become available, etc.).
• We recommend clicking into each session five
minutes early. ASHA
This course is offered
• For those seeking credit, you must watch the for up to 2.5 ASHA CEUs
(intermediate level,
entire session. This will be monitored. professional level)
• You can submit questions or comments during
each session in the chat.
NBCC
18th Annual ADHD and Related Concerns Conference has been approved by NBCC
LIVE AND ON-DEMAND VIEWING. for NBCC credit. Sessions approved for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Gulf Coast
The conference can be viewed live on Oct. 21 - 22 or Education Initiative Consortium is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
Psychology
on-demand Oct. 23 - Nov. 30. Please note: This activity has applied to The University of Southern Mississippi, School of
Psychology, Continuing Education Overview Committee, which is approved by
• For those seeing NBCC credits, sessions must be the Mississippi Board of Psychology to provide CE credits for the purpose of
viewed LIVE on Oct. 21 - 22 relicensure.
Nursing
• For those seeking ASHA credits, sessions must This continuing education activity is seeking approval by the Mississippi Nurses
be viewed ON-DEMAND, Oct. 23 - Nov. 30 Foundation, Inc., an Accredited Approver by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
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AG ENDA: T HURSDAY
8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Conference Staff Welcome, Opening Remarks, and Conference Details
Larry Calhoun and Opening Plenary Session:
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Dale Dieckman, ATC, CSCS 1. “Move to Learn” - Let’s Move to Learn
10:00 - 10:20 a.m. Session Evaluation and Break: Visit Virtual Exhibitors
Concurrent Sessions
Josh Hamm, LPC, 2. Complementary Behavior Therapy and
and Krystal Draughn, LCSW Medication in the Treatment of ADHD
10:20 - 11:30 a.m. Alison Patrolia, CVT, SDC 3. Is a Service Dog the Answer?
Ronald Kent, MD 4. Myths about ADHD and Its Treatment
Nicole Briceno, MS, 5. Utilizing Visual Supports to Enhance Positive
and Alicia Westbrook, PhD Behavior During Daily Transitions
11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Session Evaluation and Lunch Break
Concurrent Sessions
Alicia Swann, MCD, CCC-A 6. Auditory Processing Disorder and ADHD
1:00 - 2:10 p.m. 7. Behavioral Treatment for ADHD:
Ember Dufrene
Building a Functional Foundation
Lauren English, PA-C 8. How to Maximize Success of ADHD Management
Alison Patrolia, CVT, SDC 9. Is a Service Dog the Answer?
2:10 - 2:30 p.m. Session Evaluation and Break: Visit Virtual Exhibitors
Concurrent Sessions
Josh Hamm, LPC, and 10. Complementary Behavior Therapy and Medication
Krystal Draughn, LCSW in the Treatment of ADHD
11. It’s Not Just for Kids: Impulse Control and
2:30 - 3:40 p.m. Stephanie Smith, DSW, LCSW
Distress Tolerance for Women
Ronald Kent, MD 12. Myths about ADHD and Its Treatment
Lauren Robinson, MS, CCC-SLP, CALT
13. Oral Language and the Links to Reading
and Chelsea Colip, MS, CCC-SLP, CALT
3:45 - 3:55 p.m. Closing Remarks
3:55 - 4:00 p.m. Session Evaluation
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AG ENDA: FRIDAY
8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Conference Staff Welcome, Day 2 Opening Remarks, and Conference Details
Concurrent Sessions
Elizabeth Felder, MD 14. ADHD: The Physical Connection
8:50 - 10:00 a.m. Cathryne Wells, CCC-SLP 15. One in Five: Dyslexia 101
Danyella Terrell, LMSW 16. Self-care with ADHD
17. Turning Off the Active Brain: Clinical Evidence and Treatment
Andrew Hamilton, PsyD
Options When Insomnia and ADHD Co-occur
10:00 - 10:20 a.m. Session Evaluation and Break: Visit Virtual Exhibitors
Concurrent Sessions
Cena Holifield, PhD, CALT-QI, 18. Behavioral Treatment for ADHD:
and Erin Howayeck, EdS, CALT Building a Functional Foundation
19. Developing an Effective Dyslexia Therapy
10:20 - 11:30 a.m. Carrie Morgan, PhD
Program in a School Setting
Ember Dufrene 20. Emotional Impulsivity
Donna George, EdS, CALT-QI, C-SLDS,
21. What is Dyslexia Therapy and Why is it Necessary?
and Kathleen Pitts, MEd, CALT, C-SLDS
11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Session Evaluation and Lunch Break
Concurrent Sessions
Jayda Brantley, MeD, CALT 22. Mississippi Department of Education Dyslexia Updates
1:00 - 2:10 p.m.
Melanie Hamm, CPNP-PC 23. The Reality of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
24. The Why, the How, and the What: Medication’s Role in Helping
Jonathan Shook, MD, FAAP
Children and Adolescents with ADHD
2:10 - 2:30 p.m. Session Evaluation and Break: Visit Virtual Exhibitors
Closing Plenary Session:
2:30 - 3:40 p.m. Ronald Kent, MD
25. Dr. Kent and Friends Panel Discussion
3:40 - 3:50 p.m. Closing Remarks and Door Prizes
3:50 - 4:00 p.m. Session Evaluation and Final Conference Evaluation
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KEYNOTE SESSIONS
OPENING KEYNOTE CLOSING KEYNOTE
THURSDAY, OCT. 21, 2021 FRIDAY, OCT. 22, 2021
“Move to Learn” – Let’s MOVE to Learn! Dr. Kent and Friends
Larry Calhoun and Dale Dieckman, ATC, CSCS Ronald Kent, MD, and panelists
Better grades. Better health. That’s what “Move to This forum will provide an opportunity for
Learn” is about. Studies have shown that physical participants to ask questions about ADHD and
activity increases children’s ability to learn. That’s coexisting disorders and interact with Dr. Ronald
why “Move to Learn” incorporates movement in the Kent and his colleagues at Hattiesburg Clinic
classroom. This program is designed to be fun for Connections and Psychology & Counseling. The
students, improve learning, increase time on task goal of this session is to allow Dr. Kent and his
and assist teachers with classroom management. colleagues to share general advice and experiences
based on years of working with individuals with
About Larry Calhoun ADHD and related disorders. Participants will gain
Coach Larry Calhoun is the division director of the insight into the world of ADHD through answers to
Office of Healthy Schools for the MS Department frequently asked questions and collaboration with
of Education. He has over 25 years of experience peers. This session will also allow participants to
in education, teaching in several school districts submit questions and participate in general surveys,
in Mississippi. He shares his infectious enthusiasm allowing each participant an opportunity to expand
for a healthy, active lifestyle with students in the their knowledge in all areas of ADHD and related
state – inspiring them to get fit and stay fit. When disorders. The advice shared will be general and not
he’s not sharing “Move to Learn” with educators intended as medical advice. Each patient is unique
and students throughout the state, Coach Calhoun and should consult a provider for specific answers
referees basketball games for the NCAA, AAU, and to their specific needs.
numerous other athletic associations. He has been
named an Outstanding Citizen by the city of Jackson About Ronald Kent, MD
and continues to actively serve in his community. Dr. Kent has been in practice since 1981 and joined
Hattiesburg Clinic in 1997. Dr. Kent received his
About Dale Deickman, ATC, CSCS medical degree from the University of Mississippi
Dale Dieckman ATC, CSCS is the physical education School of Medicine in Jackson. He completed
specialist for the Office of Healthy Schools in an internship and residency at the University
the MS Department of Education. Dale works of Mississippi Medical Center. He is certified
with school districts to assist them by providing by the American Board of Pediatrics. He has a
resources and training. He also works with The special interest in patients with Attention Deficit
Bower Foundation traveling to school districts Hyperactivity Disorder. Dr. Kent and his wife Anne
across the state helping present “Move To Learn.” have three children. He is a member of Temple
Dale holds a degree in Coaching and Sports Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoys
Administration from The University of Southern woodworking, gardening, and playing with his
Mississippi and holds certifications with the grandchildren.
National Athletic Trainers Association and National
Strength and Conditioning Association.
The views expressed in presentations made at the ADHD and Related Concerns Conference are those of the speaker and
not necessarily of Hattiesburg Clinic. Presentations at this conference, or the presence of exhibitors, does not constitute an
endorsement of the exhibitor or speaker’s views, products, or services.
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ADHD: The Physical Connection
Elizabeth Felder, MD
The benefits of physical activity for children with ADHD.
Auditory Processing Disorder and ADHD
Alicia Swann, MCD, CCC-A
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is an abnormality in the auditory neurological system that affects the brain’s
ability to process and understand what it heard even though hearing sensitivity is normal. APD affects 43% of
children struggling in school, but it can be mistaken for or coexist with other conditions such as ADHD. Identification
and treatment can help children communicate effectively, succeed in school, and reach their full potential.
Behavioral Treatment for ADHD: Building a Functional Foundation
Ember Dufrene
This session will address several kinds of behavioral interventions that can help children with ADHD manage their
symptoms of hyperactivity, compulsivity, and inattention. This lecture will address behavioral modifications that teach
both care providers and their children skills they can use to add needed control and success. Along with strategies
for staying organized and focused, this session will provide explanations toward decreasing disruptive behaviors,
increasing social skills, and congruous implementation of behavioral strategies in the home, and include a discussion
of broader strategies of behavioral modification to include skills-based interventions for on-task behavior and self-
monitoring training to encourage Independence. This session will also discuss tools that teach children the skills
necessary to maximize their strengths and compensate for their weaknesses.
Complementary Behavior Therapy and Medication in the Treatment of ADHD
Josh Hamm, LPC, and Krystal Draughn, LCSW
In this session, we will provide empirically supported tools that clinicians, such as LPCS, social workers and
psychologists, can use in their practice to compliment medical treatment of ADHD. These tools will also be helpful
for parents and teachers, who can utilize in addition to their child’s ADHD treatment. We will explain how these
compliment the use of medication in the treatment of ADHD and how they can also boost interpersonal, self-control
and social skills that can be problematic in children with ADHD.
Developing an Effective Dyslexia Therapy Program in a School Setting (School
Administrators Only )
Cena Holifield, PhD, CALT-QI, and Erin Howayeck, EdS, CALT
House Bill 754 was signed into law by the governor of Mississippi on April 17, 2021. The law requires public schools to
provide dyslexia therapy intervention programs beginning in July 2021. The presenter will provide information that will
facilitate the development of an effective dyslexia therapy program within a school setting.
Emotional Impulsivity
Carrie Morgan, PhD
Children (and adults) with ADHD are known for more common symptoms, such as inattention and hyperactivity.
Impulsivity, which is also part of some types of ADHD, includes emotional and behavioral features. This presentation
will dive into the impulsive side of ADHD, how that differs from other mood disorders, and what parents or teachers
can do to handle emotionally charged interactions with their children or students.
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How to Maximize Success of ADHD Management
Lauren English, PA-C
A discussion reviewing all current options available when treating ADHD with medication while empowering our
children to feel confident whenever discussing their diagnosis and choice to treat ADHD medically.
Is a Service Dog the Answer?
Alison Patrolia, CVT, SDC
The benefits of a service dog can almost be innumerable, but is a service dog always the answer? Through this
session you will learn about the training, tasks, and types of service dogs and how it can impact someone’s life.
It’s Not Just for Kids: Impulse Control and Distress Tolerance
for Women
Stephanie Smith, DSW, LCSW
This session will focus on pitfalls associated with an inability to tolerate distress. We will look at how this manifests in
women in the areas of compulsive shopping, maladaptive relationships, and eating disorder behaviors.
Mississippi Department of Education Dyslexia Updates
Jayda Brantley, MEd, CALT
In this session participants will learn about public school requirements for students with dyslexia as well as what is
best practice for optimal student outcomes.
Myths about ADHD and Its Treatment
Ronald Kent, MD
There are many myths that surround the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD that cause its treatment to be significantly
delayed or not implemented at all. We will have an open discussion of these myths and hopefully establish the facts
surrounding this disorder.
One in Five: Dyslexia 101
Cathryne Wells, CCC-SLP
Past conference attendees have asked for very basic information on dyslexia. This is it! After this session, you will
have an accurate understanding of the many characteristics of dyslexia and you will be able to recognize the dyslexic
child in your classroom...or in your home. This is for beginners.
Oral Language and the Links to Reading
Lauren Robinson, MS, CCC-SLP, CALT and Chelsea Colip, CCC-SLP, CALT
Students with speech/language disorders are at a greater risk for reading difficulties. The Simple View of Reading
and the reading quadrant helps us classify and base our intervention according to students’ strengths and
weaknesses. Using structured multisensory intervention with strong orthographic support facilitates the development
of speech, language, and literacy.
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Self-Care with ADHD
Danyella Terrell, LMSW
Self-care is essential. Self-care goes a long way in minimizing symptoms of ADHD and taking control of your life.
While a spa day sounds oh-so-relaxing, self-care is so much more than mani-pedis and massages. Self-care is like
parenting yourself when it comes to your own well-being. It can include using a day planner to follow a routine,
making and attending doctor and/or therapist appointments, creating a nutritious meal plan to nourish your body,
and developing/implementing an organizational system. This session will outline healthy self-care practices in
managing ADHD.
The Reality of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
Melanie Hamm, CPNP-PC
This session will help attendees understand the signs and symptoms of OCD and how those symptoms appear along
with other mental health disorders like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Interventions and treatment
recommendations will be addressed as well.
The Why, the How, and the What: Medication’s Role in Helping Children and Adolescents
with ADHD
Jonathan Shook, MD, FAAP
We will explore the medical management of ADHD in children and teens in detail by discussing a number of relevant
topics surrounding ADHD and its treatment. We will leave time for your questions at the end of the session!
Turning Off the Active Brain: Clinical Evidence and Treatment Options When Insomnia and
ADHD Co-Occur
Andrew Hamilton, PsyD
This session reviews the evidence and clinical connections between insomnia and ADHD throughout the lifespan.
Available clinical evidence will be reviewed, and treatment implications for treating and managing co-occurring
insomnia and ADHD will be discussed.
Utilizing Visual Supports to Enhance Positive Behavior During
Daily Transitions
Nicole Briceno, MS, and Alicia Westbrook, PhD
Prevention is the key component to supporting children at-risk for social-emotional delays, including children with
ADHD and related disabilities. Supportive home and school environments for children utilize visual strategies during
daily routines and transitions. Visual strategies can be used to prevent problem behaviors, serve as a reminder for
verbal directions, and teach appropriate behavior during transitions.
What is Dyslexia Therapy and Why Is It Necessary?
Donna George, EdS, CALT-QI, C-SLDS, and Kathleen Pitts, MEd, CALT, C-SLDS
This session is for teachers, parents and anyone interested in what is actually included in dyslexia therapy. It will
cover why dyslexia therapy is needed for some children, adolescents, or grown-ups.
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Nicole Briceno, MS
Nicole Briceno is the associate director of the Mississippi Early Childhood Inclusion Center (MECIC). She
coordinates credential programs and develops curriculum used in training and technical assistance. She mentors
staff to promote best practices and disseminates MECIC activities in state and national conferences. Briceno is an
Adjunct Professor at The University of Southern Mississippi.
Larry Calhoun
Coach Larry Calhoun is the division director of the Office of Healthy Schools for the Mississippi Department of
Education. He has over 25 years of experience in education, teaching in several school districts in Mississippi. He
shares his infectious enthusiasm for a healthy, active lifestyle with students in the state – inspiring them to get
fit and stay fit. When he’s not sharing “Move to Learn” with educators and students throughout the state Coach
Calhoun referees basketball games for the NCAA, AAU and numerous other athletic associations. He has been
named Outstanding Citizen by the City of Jackson and continues to actively serve in his community.
Jayda Brantley, MEd, CALT
Jayda Brantley is an intervention specialist with the Mississippi Department of Education. Jayda received her
Bachelor of Science and Master of Science, in Education, from Mississippi State University and she earned
a Master of Arts degree in Dyslexia Therapy from Mississippi College. Prior to joining MDE she served as a
dyslexia therapist, school interventionist, and classroom teacher having served students in grades K-12, as
well as adults. Brantley is also a Certified Academic Language Therapist with experience serving both general
education students and special education students. She resides in Rankin County with her husband, Marty, and
three children.
Chelsea Colip, MS, CCC-SLP, CALT
Chelsea Colip is a teacher at the DuBard School for Language Disorders at The University of Southern
Mississippi. She is a nationally certified speech-language pathologist and certified academic language
therapist. She received her bachelor’s degree from The University of Mississippi and her master’s degree from
The University of Southern Mississippi.
Dale Dieckman, ATC, CSCS
Dale Dieckman is the physical education specialist for the Office of Healthy Schools in the Missississippi
Department of Education. Dale works with school districts to assist them by providing resources and training.
He also works with The Bower Foundation traveling to school districts across the state helping present “Move
To Learn”. Dieckman holds a degree in coaching and sports administration from The University of Southern
Mississippi and holds certifications with the National Athletic Trainers Association and National Strength and
Conditioning Association.
Ember Dufrene, BS
Ember Dufrene, originally from Omaha, Neb., attended graduate programming at Mississippi State School of
Psychology as a non-matriculating student. Immediately, she began consulting as an independent contractor in
surrounding school districts and homes, focusing on children with intellectual and developmental disabilities
in the school system. Dufrene also founded three non-profit agencies, serving both children and adults with
developmental and intellectual disabilities. The intent of this service is to provide the behavioral intervention and
support necessary to successfully maintain each child in his/her home or community.
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Krystal Draughn, LCSW
Krystal Draughn has been with Hattiesburg Clinic for 9 years and has more than 25 years of experience as a
therapist. Draughn works with children ages 10 and beyond as well as adults. In addition, she has worked with
specialized populations of eating disorders, both adolescent and adults and has been a certified EMDR (Eye
Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist since 2009. This is a therapy technique used with trauma
resolution as well as having other applications. She received her MSW from The University of Southern Mississippi.
Donna George, EdS, CALT-QI, C-SLDS
Donna George is in the 4th year as principal of The 3D School, a special purpose school for children with dyslexia.
She has been dyslexia therapy instructor in the William Carey University graduate program since 2015. Donna has
been married for 32 years and is a mom to 3 adult children.
Lauren M. English, PA-C
Lauren M. English, PA-C, joined Hattiesburg Clinic Connections in 2014. She earned her Bachelor of Science
degree from Mississippi State University in 2011 and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Mississippi
College in 2013. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. English
works with children who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, anxiety,
depression and autism spectrum disorder. She and her husband attend Ekklesia Church in Hattiesburg and enjoy
spending time with friends and family.
Elizabeth Felder, MD
Dr. Elizabeth Felder is a mother of 3 and a pediatrician with Hattiesburg Clinic Connections. She has over 25 years
of clinical experience in pediatrics and has developed a special interest in autism and ADHD. She received her
medical degree and pediatrics training from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Miss. She is a
fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Mississippi State Medical Association.
Joshua R. Hamm, LPC
Joshua Hamm joined Hattiesburg Clinic Connections in 2007. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology
and master’s degree in counseling psychology from The University of Southern Mississippi. Hamm is a
licensed professional counselor specializing in parent training and child behavior management. He also works
with younger children focusing on social skills training, anger management, and treatment for anxiety and
depressive disorders.
Melanie Hamm, CPNP-PC, PMHS
Melanie Hamm is a pediatric nurse practitioner who specializes in mental health treatment for children, teenagers,
and young adults. She has over 10 years of treatment experience in common mental health disorders like ADHD,
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Behavior problems.
Andrew M. Hamilton, PsyD
Dr. Andrew Hamilton is a licensed psychologist at Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling. Hamilton
received his Doctor of Psychology in clinical psychology from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Va. He
completed an internship in clinical psychology at Central Alabama Veterans Healthcare System in Montgomery,
Ala. Hamilton is a member of the American Psychological Association, Society for Health Psychology, Society
of Clinical Psychology, and Christian Association for Psychological Science. He has special practice interests in
psychological testing for ADHD, bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulator, as well as specializations in emotional
problems and sleep difficulties.
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Cena Holifield, PhD, CALT-QI
Dr. Cena Holifield has served children with dyslexia for the past 20 years. She is an associate professor at William
Carey University where she serves as program director and instructor of the Master’s Degree in Dyslexia Therapy
Program. In 2008, she co-founded Dynamic Dyslexia Design, The 3-D School, located in Petal, Miss., where she
currently serves as executive director. She holds a doctorate in educational leadership and administration and
masters of education degrees in dyslexia therapy and elementary education. Dr. Holifield is a nationally certified
academic language therapist and qualified instructor and International Dyslexia Association Certified Dyslexia
Specialist. She is married to Dr. Brad Holifield and they have two daughters and two grandsons.
Erin Howayeck, EdS, CALT
Erin Howayeck is the Communications Director at The 3-D School in Petal where she also has served as a dyslexia
therapist for the past four years. She holds masters’ degrees in secondary education and dyslexia therapy from
William Carey University, as well as a specialist degree in educational leadership. Howayeck is a nationally
Certified Academic Language Therapist and is currently in training for national certification as a Qualified
Instructor of Dyslexia Therapy. She is an adjunct instructor of dyslexia therapy at William Carey University.
Ronald Kent, MD
Dr. Kent has been in practice since 1981 and joined Hattiesburg Clinic in 1997. Kent received his medical degree
from The University of Mississippi School of Medicine in Jackson. He completed an internship and residency
at The University of Mississippi Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He has a
special interest in patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Kent and his wife, Anne, have three
children. He is a member of Temple Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoys woodworking, gardening and
playing with his grandchildren.
Carrie Morgan, PhD
Dr. Carrie Morgan is licensed psychologist at Hattiesburg Clinic Connections, where she has been since 2013.
She is licensed by the Mississippi Board of Psychology and specializes in academic and behavioral assessment
and intervention of childhood psychological disorders, including Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactive Disorder, autism,
developmental disorders and learning problems.
Alison Patrolia, CVT, SDC
Alison Patrolia serves as training director for Hub City Service Dogs. As a Certified Service Dog Coach she helps to
educate clients and physicians about the benefits and challenges for obtaining a service dog. She has worked as a
Certified Veterinary Technician for 24 years. She has a special interest in veterinary behavior and is Elite Fear Free
Certified and a Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator.
Kathleen Pitts, MEd, CALT, C-SLDS
Kathleen Pitts is a dyslexia therapist at The 3D School, a special purpose school for children with dyslexia in Petal,
Miss. She also works as an adjunct instructor at William Carey University teaching Basic Language Skills. Kathleen
is married to Lane and is the mother of Lauren, Michael, and Sophie.
Jonathan Shook, MD, FAAP
Dr. Jonathan Shook has 15 years experience as a pediatrician, and through his experiences with his patients and
his own 4 children, he has developed a special interest in helping children and teens with attention and learning
problems. Dr. Shook is excited to work with the team at Hattiesburg Clinic Connections who share in this mission.
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Stephanie Smith, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Stephanie Smith is the clinical director of the Women’s Center at Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction
Services in Hattiesburg, Miss. Dr. Smith earned her Doctor of Social Work (DSW) in Clinical Practice and
Leadership from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She has been a LCSW in the State of Mississippi
since 2009. She served on the Mississippi National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Board as a Region
3 Representative from August 2015 – July 2017. Dr. Smith has specialized training in TF-CBT, child-parent
psychotherapy, integrative treatment for complex trauma and forensic interviewing. She served as an expert
witness testifying on behalf of vulnerable women and children from 2009-2017. Her areas of expertise include
emerging adult depression, adult and child trauma, child welfare, mothers with borderline personality disorder,
chemical dependency and couples engaged in high conflict divorce. Prior to joining the Women’s Center, Dr. Smith
practiced as a Clinical Instructor and Clinical Field Specialist at The University of Southern Mississippi School of
Social Work. Additionally, she practiced as a family therapist and clinical supervisor for the School of Social Work’s
MSW Interns at the Family Network Partnership Counseling Center.
Alicia Swann, MCD, CCC-A
Alicia Swann is a board-certified educational audiologist and owner of Auditory Processing Center, LLC. She has
over 27 years of experience specializing in assessment and treatment of auditory processing disorder (APD). She
is a member of the International Guild of Auditory Processing Specialists, has co-authored research articles on
diagnosis and treatment of lazy ear, and presents nationally on APD.
Danyella Terrell, LMSW
Danyella Terrell obtained her MSW from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for helping
others enhance their confidence as well as empowering them to embrace each day one day at a time. She believes
helping others is a gift from God, so why not be a social worker? Her determination and drive pushes her to help
those in need with integrity, no matter the cost. Danyella’s enthusiasm to learn and her passion to improve the
quality of life for others is the force that pushes her daily. It is her belief that self-care is not selfish, it is neccesary!
Danyella is currently a medical social worker at Halcyon Hospice.
Cathryne Wells, MS, CCC-SLP
Cathryne Wells joined Hattiesburg Clinic Connections in 2010. With a master’s degree from The University of
Southern Mississippi in Speech-Language Pathology, Wells has worked with students since 1991 in both private
practice and in the public school setting. She has evaluated hundreds of students for dyslexia.
Alicia Westbrook, PhD
Dr. Alicia Westbrook directs the Mississippi Early Childhood Inclusion Center (MECIC). She leads MECIC’s research
efforts, serves as the inclusive classroom profile assessor, and disseminates program activities nationally. Dr.
Westbrook is an adjunct professor at The University of Southern Mississippi.
Speaker information and disclosure statements may be found at www.gceic.org
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TO OUR CONFERENCE PARTNERS AND SPONSORS!
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E XHIBITOR S
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DuBard School for Language Disorders Move to Learn
Emerge Events Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services
Emerge Moms Pine Grove Books & Gifts
Gulf Coast Education Initiative Consortium Supernus
Hattiesburg Clinic Connections William Carey University School of Education
Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling Youth Villages102 Medical Park
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
About Connections About Psychology & CounselingMASTER PLANNING - ARCHITECTURE - CONSULTING
Connections serves as a regional resource and Psychology & Counseling offers a broad range of outpatient services,
treatment center providing medical, educational, including research-based counseling and comprehensive psychological
speech/language and dyslexia evaluation services assessments. The Psychology & Counseling team consists of licensed
for children and teenagers. Connections providers and credentialed professionals providing counseling for individuals,
offer medical evaluation and management of couples and families struggling with a range of mental and emotional
ADHD and related concerns. They also work issues. Psychology & Counseling can be reached at (601) 261-1650.
collaboratively with Psychology & Counseling to
SERVICES AT PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELING
treat behavioral and emotional issues. Connections
Counseling for individuals, couples and families struggling with:
can be reached at (601) 261-5159.
• Anxiety Additional services:
SERVICES AT CONNECTIONS • Depression • Parent education
Evaluations for: • Panic attacks • Career testing
• ADHD and related disorders • Obsessive-compulsive disorder Psychological evaluations for:
• Dyslexia • Post-traumatic stress disorder • ADHD and related disorders
• Articulation disorders • Social phobia • Bariatric surgery
• Language disorders • Past trauma • Spinal cord stimulator procedure
• Learning disabilities • Anger problems Evaluation and management for:
Evaluation and management for: • Marital/Couples counseling • Learning disabilities
• Developmental disorders • Grief • Developmental disorders
• Autism • Difficult life transitions • Autism
• Sleep difficulties • Stress management • Sleep difficulties
• Eating disorders • Behavioral concerns
Visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com to learn more about these services.
CONNECTIONS PROVIDERS
Ronald Kent, MD • Elizabeth Felder, MD • Jonathan Shook, MD • Melanie Hamm, CNP • Melissa Smith, CNP
Lauren English, PA-C • Cathryne Wells, SLP • Amanda Gay, SLP • Tammara Jordan, SLP
PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELING PROVIDERS
Lynwood Wheeler, PhD, ABPP • Robert Sevier, PhD • Carrie Morgan, PhD • David Yowell, PhD • Andrew Hamilton, PsyD
Joshua Hamm, LPC • Krystal Draughn, LCSW • Adrian Strickland, LPC • Blythe McCance, EdD, LPC • James Kent, MBA, PsyDSUPERNUS AD TO COME
MASTERS PROGRAMS DOCTORATE PROGRAMS
Alternative Route Educational Leadership
Dyslexia Therapy
Educational Leadership ADD-ON ENDORSEMENTS
Elementary Education Emotional & Behavioral Disorders
Emotional & Behavioral Disorders Reading
English
Gifted Education SPECIALIST PROGRAMS
Interscholastic Athletic Administration Dyslexia Therapy
Mathematics Educational Leadership
Mild to Moderate Disabilities Emotional & Behavioral Disorders
Secondary Education Instructional Leadership
Teaching & Learning Globally Interscholastic Athletic Administration
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