Join us for a discussion about: Recognizing, Screening, and Navigating Pediatric Mental Health Concerns in Primary Care
Speaker: Mary Payne, PhD, BCB
Licensed Psychologist, HSP from The Child & Family Counseling Center
Learning Objectives – by the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Recognize and differentiate common pediatric mental health presentations – including mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and behavioral challenges.
2. Implement validated screening tools and brief primary care interventions to support early identification and management of pediatric mental health concerns.
3. Navigate referral pathways and payer considerations, connecting patients to timely behavioral health resources.