Dr. Philip is a Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University. His clinical and laboratory work is at the Veterans Hospital in Providence Rhode Island USA, where he is the Lead for Mental Health Research at the VA RR&D Center for Neurorestoration and Neurotechnology and founding director of the psychiatric neuromodulation clinic at VA Providence.
Dr. Philip received his BSc from McGill University, and his MD from Albany Medical College where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha and with a Distinction in the Study of Biomedical Ethics. He then completed his psychiatry residency training at Brown, followed by Neuroimaging and Neuromodulation Fellowships also at Brown.
Dr. Philip’s career goal is to design, develop, and deploy neuromodulation treatments for PTSD and depression. His work has been funded for the last fifteen years through various federal agencies and nonprofits, his work featured in top-tier journals, and talks across the world. Dr. Philip is passionate about training and mentoring, as Associate Director of the Brown Psychiatry Research Training Program and invited faculty for the Career Development Institute for Psychiatry, and is committed to action to improve diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
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Dr. Hans Gruenn earned his medical degree from the University of Heidelberg, Germany, in 1978, where he completed both his residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine.

After relocating to the United States, Dr. Gruenn pursued postgraduate training at LA County/USC and obtained his California medical license in 1993.

With extensive professional experience in both Europe and the U.S., Dr. Gruenn is a leader in Integrative and Preventative Medicine. He employs a range of innovative therapies, including Anti-Aging Medicine, Heavy Metal Detoxification, Hormone Replacement, and Antioxidant and Nutrient Therapies.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Gruenn is a renowned lecturer on alternative and mind-body medicine. He is also the author of a bestselling self-help audio series in Germany, reflecting his dedication to empowering individuals on their wellness journey.

Mari Smith is one of the world’s leading social media thought leaders, widely recognized for her Facebook marketing expertise. She is author of The New Relationship Marketing and coauthor of Facebook Marketing: An Hour A Day.

Fast Company described Mari as, “A veritable engine of personal branding, a relationship marketing whiz and the Pied Piper of the Online World.” Forbes named Mari as one of the top ten Social Media Influencers three years in a row, and Dun & Bradstreet Credibility named Mari one of the top ten Most Influential Small Business People on Twitter.

Mari Smith’s background includes over twelve years in the fields of relationships, marketing and Internet technology. As a passionate social media leader since 2007, Mari travels the United States and internationally to provide engaging social media keynotes and in-depth training to entrepreneurs and corporations.

She frequently shares the stage with notable leaders and celebrities; previous co-presenters have included Sir Richard Branson, the Dalai Lama, Tony Robbins, Guy Kawasaki, and Paula Abdul.

David Olawuyi Fakunle, Ph.D. is a “mercenary for change,” employing the necessary skills and occupying the necessary spaces to help strengthen everyone divested from their truest self, particularly those who identify as Black, Indigenous and/or a Person of Color. David serves as Assistant Professor of Public and Allied Health at the Morgan State University School of Community Health & Policy, Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine, and Associate Faculty in Mental Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. David’s interests include stressors within the built environment, manifestations of systemic oppression, and the utilization of arts and culture to cultivate holistic health through humanity, justice, equity and ultimately, liberation.

Additionally, David has applied artistic and cultural practices such as Black storytelling, African drumming, singing and theater in the proclamation of truth for over 25 years, collaborating primarily with organizations in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. region. Among many affiliations, David is co-founder and CEO of DiscoverME/RecoverME, an organization that utilizes the African oral tradition to empower use of storytelling for healing and growth, previously served as Executive Director of WombWork Productions, a Baltimore-based social change performing arts company, and serves as Chair of the Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the first state-level commission in the U.S. dedicated to chronicling and bringing justice to racial terror lynchings.

Ping Ho, MA, MPH is Founder and Director of Arts & Healing Initiative, a nonprofit organization that teaches members of the public how to use trauma-informed and culturally mindful arts practices to provide sustainable support in their own communities. Ping co-developed the program, Beat the Odds®: Social and Emotional Skill Building Delivered in a Framework of Drumming, and served as principal investigator of the UCLA study that documented its effectiveness, which was published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She also developed the Certificate Program in Social Emotional Arts (SEA) and the SEA on a Shoestring program of supportive art, movement, music, and writing for individuals or groups in any setting. Ping is associate editor for the creative arts therapies section of the Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine. In addition, she is co-author of the National Parenting Products Award-winning book, The Innovative Parent: Raising Connected, Happy, Successful Kids through Art (Ohio University/Swallow Press, 2019).

Ping was founding administrator for the UCLA Collaborative Centers for Integrative Medicine, now the UCLA Integrative Medicine Collaborative, on which she continues to serve as a steering committee member. She was also founding administrator for the UCLA Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology, which led to the privilege of writing for Norman Cousins and co-writing the professional autobiography of George F. Solomon, MD, founder of the field. She has a BA in psychology with honors from Stanford—where she was later appointed to initiate the still-thriving Health Improvement Program for faculty and staff—an MA in counseling psychology with specialization in exercise physiology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and an MPH in community health sciences from UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. Her vision for this field has been inspired by the nexus of her graduate education in counseling and public health with her lifelong experience in the performing arts.

Distinguished Professor
Michael E. Tennenbaum Family Chair in Creativity Research
Ph.D.: City College, City University of New York
Primary Area: Clinical Psychology
Home Department: Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences
Address: 760 Westwood Plaza, C8-849 Semel Institute
Phone: (310) 825-9474
Email: rbilder@mednet.ucla.edu

Research and Teaching Interests:

Dr. Bilder’s research focuses on dimensional approaches to understanding mental disorders and the continua that bridge from mental illness to healthy states and exceptional cognitive abilities. Dr. Bilder directs the Tennenbaum Center for the Biology of Creativity, the NIMH-sponsored National Neuropsychology Network, and the National Endowment for the Arts Research Lab at UCLA. He also serves as Co-PI of an NIMH study examining the neural correlates of “positive valence systems” using fMRI and online behavioral assessments. Dr. Bilder is Chief of the Division of Psychology within the Department of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences in the David Geffen School of Medicine, which currently involves approximately 160 psychology faculty and staff, and approximately 100 trainees at the doctoral and postdoctoral levels.

Biography:

Dr. Bilder received a bachelors degree from Columbia College of Columbia University in Biology and Psychology (1978), and a Ph.D. in Psychology from City College, City University of New York, where he specialized in human neuropsychology (1984). He did his Internship in the Division of Neuropsychology, New York State Neurological Institute, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center (1982). Before joining UCLA in 2002, Dr. Bilder held a series of faculty appointments at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He served as Chief of Neuropsychology at Zucker Hillside Hospital of North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center from 1988 to 2002, and was Associate Director for Human Research at the Center for Advanced Brain Imaging at the Nathan Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research from 1996 to 2002. Dr. Bilder has been awarded diplomate status by the American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology. Dr. Bilder is a Clinical Neuropsychologist who has been actively engaged for over 35 years in research on the neuroanatomic and neuropsychological bases of major mental illnesses. He has received many awards for his research contributions, served on diverse federal and international advisory boards, provided editorial service to many scholarly journals, and received multiple grants from the NIH, private foundations, and industry. His work has been presented in more than 200 peer-reviewed publications and 400 scientific presentations.

Representative Publications:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/robert.bilder.2/bibliography/public/
Publications
National Neuropsychology Network

Thorald and Isaac Koren are on a mission to hear the World’s song, one Big Voice at a time. With over twenty years of experience recording, teaching, empowering others through transformational leadership and touring the world as The Kin and The Brothers Koren, their work continues to grow and expand the space for creative expression, leading people towards a more embodied life experience. Over the course of their musical careers as The Kin and The Brothers Koren, they are grateful to have experienced performing live on Conan, earning a Gold Record and performing to over a million people while touring with Coldplay, Pink, Rod Stewart and Bon Jovi. Now, their mission has shifted to one that seeks to include many voices, as they listen and study the transformative effect of music on human wellbeing.

Dr. Don Grant is an internationally recognized and award-winning media psychologist, author, published researcher, Doctoral Addictions Counselor, educator with specific expertise in technology's impact on mental health, and the National Advisor of Healthy Device Management for Newport Healthcare. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association (APA), served as the 2022 President of the APA Division 46 (The Society for Media Psychology & Technology), currently serves as a Division 46 Executive Board Member At Large, Chair of the APA (D46) “Device Management & Intelligence” committee, Co-Chair of the APA (D46) “Strategic Planning” committee, is an APA Advocacy Division Partner Liaison, APA Division Science Partner, and Treasurer of the California Psychological Association Division VI (Media Technology and Communication).

Dr. Grant designs, presents, and facilitates “Healthy Device Management” and “Good Digital Citizenship” treatment strategy and educational training workshops for clinicians, practitioners, educators, parents, and academic communities. He is a globally respected and popular conference keynote speaker, webinar, podcast, onscreen broadcast interview guest, and print content contributor on device related behaviors, addiction, and media psychology. Some of his interview and publication contributions include: The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Time Magazine, Forbes, The Hill, The Hollywood Reporter, Business Insider, APA Monitor on Psychology, NewsNation, Wondermind, ABC News, CBS News, NBC networks, Fox News, CNN, The Daily Show, and a two-page People Magazine story about him and his work.
His current research includes a large-scale study in partnership with the Newport Healthcare Center for Research and Innovation investigating his theories surrounding the potential impact of a caregiver’s device use behaviors on attachment bonds. He is also engaged in explorations of the identity construct effects of social media, para-social mediated relationships, and cyberaggression targeted towards adolescents, teens, young adults, families, and our culture/relationships-at-large.

Other current projects include an international publisher commissioned “Healthy Device Management and Practices of Good Digital Citizenship” guidebook and companion treatment curriculum workbook designed specifically for clinicians, treatment programs, educators, and professionals, serving as Chapter Leader, Co-Editor, and contributing author in collaboration with a cohort of global experts on several chapters to be published in a special handbook by Springer Publishing (in partnership with Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development) a white paper for publication in the journal Addictive Behaviors (now available online and in press), as a chapter author on the beliefs, behaviors, influences, and impacts of device-centric engagement for two academic handbooks with specific focus on media psychology, our device-centric behaviors, and social media, serving on the Advisory Panel in collaboration with the APA and Google on behalf of a scientific summary regarding online video content for teens, and working with the “Youth Services Committee” of the National Association of Behavioral Healthcare on the development and launch of “Safe Connections,” their new national “Youth Services Cyberhealth” campaign.

TNM Founder Shari Foos, LMFT is a sought-after speaker, facilitator and trainer. After decades working with numerous populations, Shari founded The Narrative Method in 2012 to address the crisis of connection by bringing together diverse individuals, groups and leaders to more deeply connect to themselves and each other. Participants use words like "profound," "safe," "creative” and "fun" to describe their experiences with TNM.

Albert “Skip” Rizzo, PhD, is a clinical psychologist/neuropsychologist and director of medical virtual reality at the University of Southern California (USC) Institute for Creative Technologies. He is also a research professor with the USC Department of Psychiatry and the USC Davis School of Gerontology.

Skip conducts research on the design, development, and evaluation of virtual reality (VR) systems targeting the areas of clinical assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation across the domains of psychological, cognitive, and motor functioning in both healthy and clinical populations. In this work, he has focused on posttraumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Alzheimer disease, stroke, and other clinical conditions.

In spite of the diversity of these clinical research and development areas, the common thread that drives all of his work with digital technologies involves the study of how interactive and immersive virtual reality simulations can be usefully applied to address human healthcare needs beyond what is possible with traditional 20th-century tools and methods.

In 2010, he received the American Psychological Association Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Practice of Trauma Psychology, and in 2012, the Medicine Meets Virtual Reality Satava Award for excellence in the use of VR for therapeutic applications. In 2015, he received the Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics Pioneer in Medicine Award, presented to individuals who have significantly contributed to the scientific advancement in the fields of medicine through a multidisciplinary approach.

Yekusiel Kalmenson is the Founder and CEO of multiple behavioral healthcare companies in Southern California and Arizona.
Among these is Renewal Health Group, a family of comprehensive addiction treatment centers, Montare Behavioral Health, a dynamic brand of mental health treatment centers, and Zenith Behavioral Health, a collection of high-quality psychiatric hospitals and adolescent treatment facilities.

In addition to these responsibilities, Kalmenson hosts a bi-monthly podcast for Montare Media called Discover U, which highlights complex mental health and chemical dependency issues in interviews with industry professionals, experts, and renowned authorities in various behavioral health fields. The podcast is available on all platforms.
Always interested in broadening and deepening the industry standard, Kalmenson is the creator of a cutting-edge diagnostic tool for chemical dependency issues called “Discovery Model.” He is partnering with Yale University to assess its efficacy.
Kalmenson is a Yale Chabad Scholar, a skilled facilitator, teacher, counselor, and speaker, who has previously provided chaplain services to prisons, local groups and remote villages throughout the world. His diverse experience as a rabbi, chaplain, and CEO has inspired his passion and deep understanding of the necessity for effective mental health treatment and long-term sobriety.

Tiffany Naumann, PsyD, LMFT is the Chief Clinical Officer for Montare Behavioral Health. She has spent the last decade in clinical leadership roles for behavioral healthcare settings, creating, developing, and improving clinical treatment programs in inpatient, residential, and outpatient levels of care. Dr. Dzioba has created an evidence-based clinical curriculum for mental health and addiction treatment programs and developed a spiritually integrated clinical supervision model (SIS Model). She has a specialty in trauma treatment and has assisted many organizations in trauma-informed transformations.

Elias Arjan sparks all over the world to inspire one million people to live 100 healthy years with him. Elias is a dynamic speaker and thought leader who bridges the worlds of health, longevity, and peak performance with a deep understanding of technology and human potential. With over 30 years of experience in wellness innovation, Elias brings a unique blend of expertise, storytelling, and actionable insights that captivate and inspire audiences.
As a sought-after speaker and emcee for executive summits, health conferences, and corporate events, Elias is known for his ability to make complex concepts accessible and engaging. Whether discussing cutting-edge advancements in longevity science, strategies for optimizing mental and physical performance, or the transformative impact of AI and new technologies on wellness, Elias leaves audiences with fresh perspectives and practical takeaways they can implement immediately.
Elias's reputation as a speaker is built on his ability to connect with diverse audiences—from top-tier executives to health-conscious professionals—delivering presentations that are not only informative but also deeply motivating.

Ian Howard, MA, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a BA degree from the University of California, Berkeley and a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of San Francisco. He has brought the Three Principles to various organizations. He has led clinical teams for non-profit organizations and served as Clinical Director for intensive inpatient and outpatient treatment centers In the Los Angeles area. Currently, he is leading Conscious Health and Wellness Integration Services for Conscious Health.

David Morin began his journey with psychosocial studies, and soon
pivoted towards visual arts and graphic communication, launching a
successful career as a commercial artist. He quickly advanced to
various leadership roles within creative agencies and entrepreneurial
ventures. After experiencing burnout, David found a deep purpose in
returning to his roots in art and psychosociology, where he now
applies his creativity, leadership, and interpersonal skills to support
individuals coping with trauma and addiction. He offers personalized,
trauma-informed art therapy to diverse populations, integrating
Neurographica and mindfulness techniques that leverage
neuroplasticity for healing. His approach fosters a safe space for
creative expression, empowering clients toward recovery, resilience,
and personal growth.

Riccardo Berdini was born in the beautiful city of Trieste, Italy, on a magical snowy night of December, in the year 1983.
His amazing family has always supported him and been his primary source of motivation..
Before falling in love with the art of magic, riccardo’s passions were music and movies. at the age of 20, he wrote, produced and directed his first musical, the Halogen Child. which was inspired by Tim Burton ’s movies. The show was a huge success and lead Riccardo to quit the university of cinema and join the prestigious Bernstein School of Musical Theatre in Bologna, where he had the opportunity to master his performing skills (acting, singing, and dancing).
He then started a successful career in musical theatre that lead him to write and produce his second musical, a light in the dark, and to win multiple awards as best musical theatre performer for roles such as Jean Valjean in Les Miserables, and Dany Zuko in Grease.

while performing in the most important theatres of his country, Riccardo cultivated a strong interest in magic and mentalism, and deepened his knowledge into the fascinating world of the magical arts.

He also completed a three years studies as stuntman, martial artists and sword fighter at the Stunt Concept Academy in Rome.
finally, in 2015, Riccardo found the courage to move to los Angeles, where he quickly became one of the most successful mentalists and magicians in town..
Riccardo was thrilled to become a member of the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, which he considers home and where he now performs regularly for stars and celebrities.
in 2017 Riccardo appeared in the 4th season of the tv show penn and teller’s fool us on CW.
After becoming one of the most successful Mentalist and Hypnotist in Los Angeles, Riccardo has also become a successful motivational speaker, knowing that his personal story and his knowledge of the power of the mind can inspire and help people all around the world to find their purpose and live a better life.
Riccardo is also a magic creator and consultant for some of the best magicians and mentalists. his products are sold all over the world and are used on worldwide television.
Riccardo is also an actor, director and a producer. he won several awards for directing and acting in his acclaimed shorts awakening, the order, and tori. he recently created his production film company called Face Off Pictures. After producing his first movie, Stranger Minds, he’s currently working on the production of multiple features and tv shows.

Mark Howard, Ph.D. Dr. Howard is a licensed psychologist and is recognized as one of the pioneers who first brought the three principles into the field of psychology. Since 1982, Dr Howard has been teaching private clients, families, business professionals Dr. Howard loves mentoring three principles practitioners to develop impactful and thriving practices. He is retired after 28 years at the Psychiatry Department, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Redwood City, California.
Dr. Howard has published a paper demonstrating the efficacy of the Three Principles in treatment. In 2008 he was awarded the "Outstanding Career Service" award by the Santa Clara Psychological Association for bringing this Principles education to Santa Clara County in the United States.

Dr. Rose Schlaff (she/her) is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in Trauma-Informed Pelvic and Sexual Health from the lens of nervous system.

She loves combining her years of experience as a pelvic and sexual health physical therapist with functional neurology, somatics, holistic coaching, nutrition, and even integrative hypnosis techniques.

She leads trainings for therapists and health and wellness professionals all over the country and trains the sex educators, counselors and therapists as a faculty member of University of Michigan’s Human Sexuality program. She has spoken at various universities and conferences including San Diego State's MFT program, UC Irvine's Human Sexuality program and leads weekly group classes for clients at Monima Wellness Center.

In her private holistic sexual wellness practice, www.bewellwithrose.com, she specializes in working with women and queer folks that have experienced trauma, who would love to increase their desire for and enjoyment of intimacy and/or those who are experiencing pain or discomfort with intimacy.

To learn more, go to https://www.bewellwithrose.com, check out Dr. Rose on Instagram @bewellwithrose or get in touch with Dr. Rose at bewellwithrose@gmail.com.

Beck holds the position of CEO at Breathe Life Healing Centers. Beck was formerly Director of Business Operations and LGBTQ+ Programming at Visions Adolescent Treatment Centers. Beck is an accomplished master's level clinician, armed with a profound educational background in Sociology, emphasizing Gender & Sexuality at the undergraduate level, and a master's degree in Addiction Counseling. Beck recently completed his second master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. With over 15 years of dedicated service in the mental health and substance use field, Beck has passionately channeled his expertise towards championing the well-being of the LGBTQ+ community, adolescents, and families.
Over the past 15 years, Beck has assumed a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of LGBTQ+ inclusivity and support. His influence extends across the spectrum, from training numerous facilities in the implementation of LGBTQ+ best practices to sharing insights as a distinguished keynote speaker and presenter at a multitude of conferences across the globe. Beck's exceptional ability to facilitate workshops on topics encompassing LGBTQ+ issues, trauma, adolescent care, as well as gender and sexuality has earned him a reputation as an industry thought leader.

Glenn Maloney has been a psychotherapist in Duluth, Minnesota, since 2016. Early in his career, he was told by a supervisor and an instructor to "be careful with humor in session," but found little current guidance on how to do that. This led to Glenn's interest in and exploration of the roles of humor in the psychotherapy session and profession. Glenn's research flourished during the pandemic, and culminated in the writing of a book "Finding the Humor in Psychotherapy: A Primer on the Clinical Art of Joking with Your Clients." Over the past several years, Glenn has been training clinicians and other human services professionals on the art of using humor in session ethically, safely, with purpose, and as an intervention. Glenn indicates that humor in session is part of the work, not adjunctive to the work. Glenn lives in Duluth with his partner, teenager, and two canines. He enjoys hiking, running, camping, generally being outside, working with wood, and listening to hip hop.

Jordan Held, LCSW (he/him), is the President & Founder of Relentless Pursuit Therapy & Consulting. With expertise in acute and chronic trauma, support for the LGBTQ+ community, navigating complex family dynamics, and aiding young adults transitioning from treatment settings, Jordan's focus revolves around cultivating healing-centered environments for individuals and their families. His practice is dedicated to breaking negative patterns and fortifying family systems.

As an internationally recognized speaker, Jordan champions the creation of inclusive spaces for gender-diverse adolescents. He sits on the Board of Directors for the Los Angeles LGBT Center and The Laurel Foundation, actively advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Furthermore, Jordan leads family support groups through JQ International and Transforming Family and maintains affiliations with the NCTSN and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

Jordan's contributions extend to academia with multiple published journal articles delving into the experiences of gender and sexual minority youth, and exploring the intersectionality of trauma and resilience. He also offers fellow healthcare providers consultations, supervision, and educational sessions.
Jordan is deeply invested in guiding individuals toward their authentic selves and purposeful lives

Barbara Nosal, PhD, has worked with teens, young adults, and families in the field of mental health and addiction treatment for almost 30-years. She held supervisory and leadership positions, as well as served on the faculty of National University and University of Phoenix. As Founding Clinical Director of Newport Academy, she developed their clinical and family treatment model. As Chief Clinical Officer of Newport Healthcare she oversees clinical operations and services at their residential and outpatient programs. Dr. Nosal holds a Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology and Masters’ degrees in Counseling Psychology and Human Services. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Specializing in attachment and relational trauma, Dr. Nosal integrates family systems concepts with attachment-based practices to heal childhood trauma and deepen relationships amongst family members.