The Division of Developmental Disabilities, in collaboration with its sub-contracted health plans UnitedHealthcare Community Plan and Mercy Care, is offering a no cost conference for behavioral health providers who are part of their networks.
Where: Desert Willow Conference Center, 4340 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Phoenix, AZ
When: Thursday, September 5 and Friday, September 6, 2024
Target Audience: Physical health and behavioral health professionals who are part of the Mercy Care and/or UnitedHealthcare Community Plan network including physicians, physician assistants, nurses, counselors, case managers, peer & family support specialists, behavior coaches, and others who offer services to Division members.. Attendees are able to earn 5 CEUs per day (APA, NBCC). Presentation information is pending review for CME Credit and updates will be provided as information is available.
Where: Desert Willow Conference Center, 4340 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Phoenix, AZ
When: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Target Audience: Behavior Analytic professionals (BCBAs, BCaBAs, RBTs, etc) who are part of the Mercy Care and/or UnitedHealthcare Community plan network. Attendees are able to earn 6.25 BCBA CEUs, including 2.5 Ethics CEUs.
Attendance is very limited. Please register before August 9, 2024.
Sessions are under review and evaluation for continuing education credits. Sessions that have been approved are indicated on the agenda. Sessions that do not display continuing education accreditations are being evaluated by the administrators. The agenda will be updated as additional reviews are completed. See the Conference Continuing Education Accreditation section for more information.
Time and Location | Description |
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7:30 am - 9:00 am Foyer |
Attendee Registration and Check-In / Exhibitors / Networking |
9:00 am - 9:05 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement Pharon Morgan, Tribal Health Program Coordinator Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:05 am - 9:10 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Opening Remarks from DDD Leadership Zane Garcia Ramadan, Assistant Director Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:10 am - 9:20 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Celebration of DDD Champions Dr. Susanne Arnold, Ph.D., Behavioral Health Administrator Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:20 am - 9:35 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Morning Inspiration Mary DeCarlo, M.Ed.,BCBA,LBA, Senior Program Development Manager Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:35 am - 9:45 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Conference Announcements Cindy Leon, Program Manager, Behavioral Health Administration Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:45 am - 10:45 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Keynote Presentation (Continuing Education Credits, APA, NBCC Qualified) The Therapeutic Approach of Gentle Teaching, Quality of Life Connections for Navigating the Heart through Brokenness and Crisis Dr. Anthony M. McCrovitz, Ph.D., LMHC, HSPP, BCPC, IMH-E® (II), DAPA Quality of Life Institute |
10:45 am - 11:00 am Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Keynote Presentation (Continuing Education Credits, APA, NBCC Qualified) Environmental Exposures and Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Research Review Dr. Robert Klaehn, M.D. |
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Foyer and Saguaro |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Ocotillo |
Workshop - Part 1 of 3 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC, BCBA) Autism Spectrum Disorder: Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Strategies for Clients with Sexual Behavioral Problems Dr. Lee Underwood, Psy.D. ASCEND Behavioral Health & Wellness |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Breakout Session (Continuing Ed: APA, NBCC) Adapting Counseling Techniques to Meet the Needs of Individuals With I/DD Karyn Harvey, Ph.D. Psychologist, Author, Trainer, Speaker |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Chia |
Breakout Session (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC) Interdisciplinary Strategies for AAC: Bridging the Gap Between Speech-Language Pathology and Behavioral Health Matthew Sandoval, M.S., CCC-SLP Division of Developmental Disabilities |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Brittlebrush |
Breakout Session (Continuing Ed: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Evidence-Based Medication Use for Target Symptoms in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder Daniel Castellanos, MD, Founding Associate Dean of GME, DIO & Professor of Psychiatry Creighton University School of Medicine - Phoenix |
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Ocotillo Ballroom |
Workshop - Part 2 of 3 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC, BCBA) Autism Spectrum Disorder: Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Strategies for Clients with Sexual Behavioral Problems Dr. Lee Underwood, Psy.D. ASCEND Behavioral Health & Wellness |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Workshop - Part II (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC) Positive Behavior Support Brent Seymour, M.A., BCBA, LBA Division of Developmental Disabilities |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Chia |
Breakout Session (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC) Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making Sey In - Disability Rights Arizona Melanie Soto - The Arc of Arizona |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Brittlebrush |
Breakout Session (Continuing Education: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Aging With Autism: Changes in Behavior and Development of Comorbid Medical Conditions Elizabeth L. Leonard, PhD Neurocognitive Associates, Phoenix, AZ |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Desert Star |
Movie Presentation Part 1 In A Different Key |
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Ocotillo |
Workshop - Part 3 of 3 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC, BCBA) Autism Spectrum Disorder: Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Strategies for Clients with Sexual Behavioral Problems Dr. Lee Underwood, Psy.D. ASCEND Behavioral Health & Wellness |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Breakout Session(Continuing Education: APA, NBCC)) What To Expect When You’re Expecting ABA: A Practical Discussion for Care Coordinators and Non-Behavior Analysts Ehren Werntz, PhD, LBA, BCBA-D Arizona Autism United (AZA United) |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Chia |
Breakout Session Transition to Adulthood: Independent Living Skills Humberto “Bert” Rios and Kellie Anne Rice S.M.I.L.E. - Services Maximizing Independent Living and Empowerment |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Brittlebrush |
Breakout Session(Continuing Education: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Pregnancy and Parenting Support for People with Disabilities Jacy Farkas, MA, ABD - University of Arizona Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities Sara Clancey, Ph.D., MOTR/L, IMH-E® - Institute for Human Development, Northern Arizona University Celina Urquidez, MPH - University of Arizona Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Desert Star |
Movie Presentation In A Different Key |
5:00 pm | Adjournment |
Time and Location | Description |
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7:30 am - 9:00 am Foyer |
Attendee Registration and Check-In / Exhibitors / Networking |
9:00 am - 9:05 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement Pharon Morgan, Tribal Health Program Coordinator Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:05 am - 9:20 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Morning Inspiration Dr. Christina Underwood, M.D., Behavioral Health Medical Director Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:20 am - 9:35 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
CARES Administration Leah Gibbs, Bureau Chief - Division of Developmental Disabilities Christina Hedges, OIFA Administrator - Division of Developmental Disabilities Dawn McReynolds, OIFA Administrator - UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Tyson Gillespie - Mercy Care |
9:35 am - 9:45 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Conference Announcements Cindy Leon, Program Manager, Behavioral Health Administration Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:45 am - 10:45 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Keynote Presentation (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Trauma and ID Developing Resilient Skills Dr. Uzama Price EdD, NADD-DDS, BCBA U Price Consulting, LLC |
10:45 am - 11:00 am Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Keynote Presentation (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Bridging the Gap Between DEI and DD: Solutions, Considerations, and Resources Kimbralon Barnes, LPC Denova Collaborative Health |
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Ocotillo Ballroom |
Workshop - Part 1 of 3 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC) Talking about Healthy Relationships and Sexuality with People with I/DD Katherine McLaughlin, M.Ed, CSE Elevatus Training |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Workshop Part 1 of 2 (Continuing Education Credits APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding the Fundamentals of the Diagnosis and the Depth and Breadth of the Spectrum Dr. Kelly Donohue, Ph.D., ABP Mary DeCarlo, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Division of Developmental Disabilities |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Chia |
Breakout Session The Value of Lived Experience: The Arizona Vision in Principle and Practice Phyllis Grant - Family Involvement Center Leah Gibbs, Bureau Chief - Division of Developmental Disabilities Christina Hedges, OIFA Administrator - Division of Developmental Disabilities |
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Brittlebrush |
Breakout Session Your Patient with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Preparing Your Practice and Common Issues Tamsen Bassford MD, Associate Professor Family and Community Medicine, Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities, University of Arizona |
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Ocotillo |
Workshop - Part 2 of 3 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC) Talking about Healthy Relationships and Sexuality with People with I/DD Katherine McLaughlin, M.Ed, CSE Elevatus Training |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Workshop - Part 2 of 2 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding the Fundamentals of the Diagnosis and the Depth and Breadth of the Spectrum Dr. Kelly Donohue, Ph.D., ABP Mary DeCarlo, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Division of Developmental Disabilities |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Chia |
Breakout Session Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities through the Arizona Health Plan System of Care Leah Gibbs, CPM and Cindy Leon - Division of Developmental Disabilities Lindsey Zieder; Summer Kamal, M.Ed., BCBA; Jordan Erickson, MA, LAMFT - Mercy Care Dr. Pilar Vargas, Psy.D., LISAC and Miriam Emran, LPC - UnitedHealthcare Community Plan |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Brittlebrush |
Breakout Session (Continuing Education: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Substance Use Disorders in the Neurodiverse Population: Understanding the Challenges and Approaches for Effective Treatment Anthony Dekker, DO, Chief Medical Officer Division of Developmental Disabilities |
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Ocotillo |
Workshop - Part 3 of 3 (Continuing Education Credits: APA, NBCC) Talking about Healthy Relationships and Sexuality with People with I/DD Katherine McLaughlin, M.Ed, CSE Elevatus Training |
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Breakout Session (Continuing Education: APA, NBCC, Also See AACHC Statement) Next Steps in Bridging the Gap for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Behavioral Health Needs Moderator: Cindy Leon, Division of Developmental Disabilities Panel: Kelly Carbello, MSW, Arizona Peer and Family Coalition Dr. Gagan Singh, M.D., Mercy Care Leslie Ulloa, MSC, LPC, BHP, La Frontera Center Dr. Christina Underwood, M.D., Division of Developmental Disabilities Dr, Edward M. Gentile, DO, MBA, DLFAPA; UnitedHealthcare Community Plan/Optum |
5:00 pm | Adjournment |
Time and Location | Description |
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7:30 am - 8:45 am Foyer |
Attendee Registration and Check-In / Exhibitors / Networking |
8:45 am - 8:50 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Land Acknowledgement Pharon Morgan, Tribal Health Program Coordinator Division of Developmental Disabilities |
8:50 am - 9:00 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Opening Remarks from DDD Leadership Mary DeCarlo, M.Ed.,BCBA, LBA Senior Program Development Manager Division of Developmental Disabilities |
9:00 am - 10:30 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Opening Keynote Presentation(1.5 Ethics BCBA CEUs Qualified) Ethical Considerations in Supporting Individuals with Autism and Mental Illness Dr. Uzama Price EdD, NADD-DDS, BCBA U Price Consulting, LLC |
10:30 am - 10:45 am Ballroom Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
10:45 am - 11:45 am Cottonwood Ballroom |
Session 1 (1 Ethics Continuing Education Credits Qualified) Article 9, PRC, and the DDD Behavior Plan Process Brent Seymour, M.A., BCBA, LBA - Program Review Committee Administrator Division of Developmental Disabilities |
11:45 am - 1:00 pm Foyer and Saguaro |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Workshop - (3 BCBA CEUs Qualified) Assessment of Adult Core Competencies (ACCEA): Teaching skills to adults and adolescents with autism and severe behavioral challenges. Assessment and Training Protocols for use in Environments Addressing Severe Problem Behavior in Adolescents and Adults with Autism and other Intellectual Disabilities John M. Guercio, Ph.D., BCBA-D, NADD-CC, LBA - Clinical Director Benchmark Human Services |
4:00 pm - 4:15 pm Foyer |
Break / Exhibitors / Networking |
4:15 pm - 5:00 pm Cottonwood Ballroom |
Session 2 (0.75 BCBA CEUs Qualified) Next Steps in Bridging the Gap, Expanding Scope and Adult Services Ehren Werntz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA - Vice President, Clinical Director, Arizona Autism United Diana Davis-Wilson, DBH, BCBA, LBA, IBA - Chief Clinical Advisor, Aspen Behavioral Consulting Victoria Diforte, M.Ed.,BCBA, LBA - Chief Executive Officer, Enhanced Living Services Eric "Sam" Harris - Chief Executive Officer, Harris Behavioral Services |
5:00 pm | Adjournment |
AACHC STATEMENT OF CME STATUS
Reservations are now available at a discounted rate for our 2024 Behavioral Health Conference attendees. A block of hotel rooms has been requested at the Homewood Suites Phoenix Airport South for our conference attendees. The Homewood Suites is located 1.5 blocks east of Desert Willow Conference Center on the same street.
Homewood Suites Phoenix Airport South
4750 East Cotton Center Boulevard
Phoenix, Arizona 85040
Tel: 602-470-2100
The discounted rate is $156.00 per room per night, king suites. Additional cost may apply for suites with two beds. Rooms are available between September 4 and September 7, 2024. Rooms are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Early reservations will ensure the best availability. For additional assistance with your hotel reservations, please contact the hotel directly at 602-470-2100. Be sure to reference the “AZ DES DDD Behavioral Health Conference” when speaking with a reservationist or front desk agent.
Reserve your hotel room online.