The Role of Hormones in Mental Health

Assessing and treating hormonal imbalances can be a powerful tool in an integrative, whole body approach to mental health care. Stress, addictions, nutritional deficiencies, menopause, medications and many other factors can impact hormone levels. Additionally, hormone levels directly and indirectly affect mood, energy levels, sleep and overall resiliency. In this presentation we will be exploring the specific ways in which hormones can play an important role in mental health treatment. Less...

Learning Objectives

  • Identify clinical relationships between hormones and mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, pain, insomnia and fatigue.
  • Explain the complex relationships between stress and hormones including cortisol, thyroid hormones, estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.
  • Discuss strategies to improve patient outcomes by addressing hormonal imbalances.

Target Audience

This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

BLVD Kitchen & Bar
11544 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN, 55305

11:30 AM CDT - 01:00 PM CDT

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About the speaker

Maureen Schwehr, NMD

Maureen Schwehr, NMD

Naturopathic Physician, Director of Integrative Services, Sierra Tucson
Maureen Schwehr, NMD, serves as Sierra Tucson’s director of integrative services. Her department provides a unique combination of physical and mental health support for residents. Dr. Schwehr oversees a team of experienced and talented staff whose services include naturopathic medical consults, acupuncture, physical therapy, chiropractic services, massage therapy, shiatsu, zero balancing, somato-emotional release, and craniosacral therapy. In addition to supervising staff, she works one-on-one with residents to help them determine the root cause of their problems. Focus is given to nutritional status and hormonal balance, supporting biochemical pathways that help the body function more effectively. Dr. Schwehr holds a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA. Past experience includes a position as the medical director at Mirasol, a residential eating disorder facility. As part of the Sierra Tucson staff, she has the opportunity to be part of a truly integrative team that provides a unique, empowering perspective for residents.

Agenda

11:30 AM Arrival
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Presentation & Lunch
12:45 PM -1:00 PM Closing

CE Information - Earn 1 CE Credit Hour

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