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John Arden, PhD, ABPP, has spoken in over 30 countries and all US States. Dr. Arden is the author of 15 books (translated into over 20 languages) on the areas of brain-based psychological therapies, anxiety, PTSD, aging process, dementia, and pathways to enhancing brain health. His books, Mind-Brain-Gene: Toward the integration of psychotherapy encompasses the fields of psychoneuroimmunology, Epigenetics, Neuroscience, Nutritional Neuroscience, and psychotherapy research.

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Wendy Behary, founder/director of the Cognitive Therapy Center of NJ and Schema Therapy Institutes (NJ–NYC–DC), has 30 years’ experience treating clients and training therapists. A colleague of Dr. Jeffrey Young (since 1989), she’s a founding fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and former ISST president. Her bestseller Disarming the Narcissist (3rd ed.; 16 languages; Oprah Daily pick) anchors her specialty in narcissism; she lectures and maintains a clinical practice.

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Dr. Jessica Bergstrom, PsyD, is a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, and health psychology. She earned her doctorate from the PGSP-Stanford Psy.D. Consortium, training at Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto University, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and Stanford Medical Center. Dr. Bergstrom works with individuals across the lifespan and facilitates psychoeducational classes and support groups to promote resilience and well-being.

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Dr. Allison Broennimann is a licensed clinical psychologist, specializing in depth therapy, neuropsychology, attachment, and post traumatic growth. In 2013 she received congressional recognition for her work with Veterans at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. She balances her online practice based out of California and is currently writing her first book on building a secure attachment from within.

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Jerrod Brown, Ph.D., M.A., M.S., M.S., M.S., is a professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant with expertise in forensic studies, neuropsychology, and behavioral health. Founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS), Jerrod has delivered 300+ trainings, authored numerous publications, and co-edited Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals. He is a nationally recognized speaker featured in professional outlets, conferences, and podcasts worldwide.

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Dr. Cappo founded Clinical Associates, P.A. in 1992, a multidisciplinary practice with offices in Kansas and Missouri, employing over 85 licensed professionals. A board-certified psychologist, his practice focuses on forensic evaluations, public safety assessments, and diagnosis/treatment planning. A Fellow and Past-President of the Kansas Psychological Association, he also served on the University of Minnesota Press Advisory Committee and reviews journals.

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Tiffani Dilworth, MA, LCPC, CGCS, is a psychotherapist, author, and nationally sought-after speaker on grief, PTSD, and sexual assault. She maintains a private practice and is affiliated with PsychExperts & Associates in Baltimore. Author of 11 Tools to Help Manage the Aftermath of Trauma and Types of Grief, she also hosts the Managing My Grief podcast. Tiffani integrates innovative, evidence-based approaches to grief treatment and frequently trains clinicians, schools, and organizations nationwide.

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Kimberly Duris, EdD, LCPC, CADC, C-DBT, is Clinical Director of Guiding Light Counseling in Illinois and Associate Professor of Psychology at Lewis University. With 20 years in community mental health, she specializes in dual diagnosis, severe mental illness, and DBT. Dr. Duris supervises master’s-level clinicians, integrates substance use and mental health treatment, and has extensive experience applying DBT within psychosocial rehabilitation programs serving adults with chronic psychiatric conditions.

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Dawn Friedman, MSEd, is a therapist, Ohio State University lecturer, and founder of ChildAnxietySupport.com, a virtual education and support program for parents of anxious children. She holds a master’s in community mental health counseling and a postgraduate certificate in Infant and Toddler Mental Health. A published author and sought-after presenter, Dawn has appeared on NPR, This American Life, and national conferences addressing child development, adoption, and mental health.

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Jodi Geis-Crowder, MS, LPC, ACS, is a licensed counselor and clinical supervisor with 27 years of experience expanding behavioral health and substance use services in rural Colorado and Wyoming. She pioneered animal-assisted therapy and therapeutic horticulture programs, and currently supervises and trains professionals through Volunteers of America Northern Rockies and JGC Enterprises. An expert in ethics, clinical supervision, trauma-informed care, and telehealth, Jodi also presents nationally and provides professional trainings and consultation.

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Katherine Helm, PhD, is Professor of Psychology and Director of Graduate Counseling Programs at Lewis University. A practicing psychologist, she specializes in individual and couples therapy. Dr. Helm has authored numerous publications on racial and cultural issues, couples’ dynamics, and multicultural pedagogy, and is an experienced trainer and supervisor. A TEDx speaker with multiple media appearances, she is a sought-after author, presenter, and professional educator in counseling and psychology.

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April Kilduff, MA, LCPC, LPCC, LMHC, is a therapist and clinical training specialist with expertise in OCD and anxiety disorders. Formerly with Ascension and Rogers Behavioral Health Hospitals in Chicago, she directed group practice training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Now in private practice and with NOCD, April also works with autistic adults navigating OCD, drawing on her lived experience after her own autism identification in 2022. She also trains clinicians nationally in ERP.

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Justin Martin, MA, LMHC, is a Certified IFS Therapist in Orlando, FL, specializing in men’s work, couples therapy, and parts work in private practice. With four years of intensive IFS practice, Justin integrates his passions for music, poetry, and creativity into therapy, helping clients access inner harmony. He emphasizes vulnerability, courage, and emotional risk-taking as pathways to growth, and is deeply inspired by the resilience and authenticity of the clients he serves.

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Corey Petersen, PhD, is a communication specialist and founder of Communication and Connection Therapy. She earned her doctorate in Communication Studies at the University of Kansas, focusing on psychotherapeutic language and ethics, and holds master’s degrees in Marriage and Family Studies and Professional Communication. Trained in Gottman Method programs and other relationship approaches, Corey has over 9 years’ collegiate teaching experience and maintains a private practice specializing in couples therapy.

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Holly Richmond, PhD, LMFT, CST, is a somatic psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and author of Reclaiming Pleasure (New Harbinger, 2021). She specializes in sexual health, recovery from sexual trauma, compulsive sexuality, and desire discrepancies. Internationally recognized, she is regularly quoted in outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, Forbes, and Oprah. Dr. Richmond also consults in the sextech industry, pioneering the integration of sexuality and technology with a sex-positive, evidence-based approach.

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Jeff Riggenbach, PhD, is an award-winning author and international expert in cognitive approaches to personality disorders. A Beck Institute–trained cognitive therapist and Diplomat of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, he has developed CBT programs serving 3,000+ clients, trained 20,000 professionals worldwide, and authored seven books, including The CBT Toolbox (2nd ed.) and Disarming High Conflict Personalities. Known as “the practical tools guy,” his seminars earn top evaluations globally.

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Stephanie Risinger, LMFT, is a licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas and Missouri specializing in perinatal mental health. With 15 years of clinical experience, including advanced training through Postpartum Support International and Centimano Counseling, Stephanie focuses on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Based in Overland Park, KS, she provides compassionate, evidence-based care to women and families navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and reproductive mental health challenges.

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Megan Salar, MSW, ACADC, is an EMDR clinician, trainer, and author specializing in trauma, abuse, attachment, and addiction. She has trained thousands of clinicians across the U.S. and internationally in EMDR and evidence-based trauma care. Megan authored EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD (New Harbinger, 2023) and EMDR for Dummies (Wiley, 2024). She operates her own counseling, consulting, and training business, and serves as a consultant in EMDR for Mind Works Continuing Education.

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Rafaella Smith-Fiallo, LCSW (she/her), is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, sexual liberation activist, and therapist specializing in relationships, sex, and trauma. She owns Healing Exchange LLC and co-founded Afrosexology, a sex-positive sexuality education business. Featured in HuffPost, Teen Vogue, Vibe, and Broadly, Rafaella has also worked in suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and diverse clinical settings with both civilian and veteran populations.

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Bernadette Spooner Thompson, EdS, LPC, is founder of Context of Culture, LLC, providing culturally sensitive counseling and continuing education. Licensed in Missouri and Kansas, she specializes in cultural and racial identity, trauma, and social-emotional development. A certified clinical trauma professional and school counselor, she creates culturally affirming curricula, leads trauma-informed trainings, and facilitates courageous conversations on identity, equity, and healing.

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Jennifer Sweeton, PsyD, MS, MA, JD, is a psychologist, Amazon #1 best-selling author, and global expert in trauma and neuroscience. Trained at Stanford and the National Center for PTSD, she’s authored four books, developed Neural Desensitization and Integration Training, and consults on EMDR, CPT, and PE. Called a “world-renowned trauma treatment expert” by PESI, Dr. Sweeton is the President of Mind Works Continuing Education and served as a consultant in the development of Evergreen Certifications’ EMDR Certification program.

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Dr. Christopher Willard, (Psy. D.) is a clinical psychologist, author and consultant. He has spoken in thirty countries, and has presented at two TEDx events. He is the author of twenty books, including Alphabreaths (2019), Growing Up Mindful (2016) and How We Grow Through What We Go Through (2022). His thoughts on mental health have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, mindful.org, cnn.com, and elsewhere. He teaches at Harvard Medical School.