On-Demand
2025 LAMFT Conference: Past Perspective to Future Application

Children's Mental Health: Intersection of Family Therapy and Treatment of Childhood Mental Health Disorders in Louisiana

Matthew Thornton, Ph.D., LMFT-S, LPC-S
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Information

Date & Time

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Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Understand the Impact of Family Systems on Childhood Mental Health: Participants will learn how family dynamics influence the development, treatment, and outcomes of childhood mental health disorders.

  • Identify Evidence-Based Family Therapy Approaches: Participants will explore effective, research-supported family therapy interventions for addressing childhood mental health concerns, with a focus on their application in Louisiana

  • Analyze Barriers and Solutions in Louisiana's Mental Health System: Participants will examine the systemic challenges to accessing childhood mental health services in Louisiana and identify strategies to improve care through family-centered approaches.

Description

This presentation explores the critical role of family therapy in addressing childhood mental health disorders, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities within Louisiana. Topics include the prevalence of mental health concerns among children, the impact of systemic factors like trauma and access to care, and evidence-based approaches that integrate family dynamics to improve outcomes. Attendees will gain insights into practical applications of family therapy techniques and strategies to enhance the mental health and well-being of children and their families in Louisiana.

Target Audience

  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Social Worker
  • Substance Use Disorder Professionals

Presenters

Matthew Thornton, Ph.D., LMFT-S, LPC-S