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Educating Southwest Florida on Mental Wellness since 1957
55 Years of
providing Services January 2012
throughout
SWFL
A New Year Has Begun
We are proud that our Professional
Coming Events: Membership has increased by 35%
for 2012. I certainly also want to
♦ January 7, 2012 Thank our Professional Members who
Putting Children First joined us this year not only as mem-
♦ January 21, 2012 bers, but giving their time by
Putting Children First performing pro bono work, writing
articles, and helping us meet the needs
♦ February 11, 2012 It’s hard to believe it is 2012 already. of the community. Also the businesses
Putting Children First The Mental Health Association of and individuals who support us
♦ February 25, 2012 Southwest Florida is grateful for such a financially and through volunteering
Putting Children First successful year. It has been a year of make it possible for us to continue our
change. At the MHA there has been a work.
♦ March 3, 2012
great deal of change as well. We Ex-
Diversity Festival We are committed throughout 2012
panded our Gollee Gator Program.
to provide services that enhance our
We also have strengthened our
community, are culturally diverse, and
Caregiver for Seniors Program and
are progressive.
we are looking forward to seeing a
continuation of a valuable service to
Support Groups: the community. We continue to revise
our present programs to be of a
• Here for Life
timely and cost effective nature. We
1st Tuesday every Month
are proud to say we have kept
7:00 PM
expenses down and by owning our
• Veterans office space we were able to provide
Wednesday many programs for our Professional
7:00 - 8:30PM
members and the public at no cost.
• Depression We have enhanced our web site and
Thursday published 12 newsletters to keep our
10:30AM - Noon members and the public informed.

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Welcome New Member Hannah Waterman
She is trained in individual, Hannah’s experience is that
family, and group every individual has
psychotherapy, including untapped strengths and
adjustment to life transitions resources, of which they may
and grief counseling for not yet be aware. It is
traumatic loss. She also has through the therapeutic
experience in working with a relationship she believes that
sexual assault response team these strengths can be
and crisis hotline. In addition, discovered and employed to
she facilitated family help foster true healing and
Hannah Waterman, MSW advocacy, trained parents growth in a client's life.
of peer support groups, and
Hannah Waterman, MSW is coordinated the services of I am conveniently located at:
a Registered Clinical Social a family resource center.
Work Intern in the State of Further knowledge includes 4500 Executive Dr Ste 100
Florida and is currently in pregnancy counseling and
training with Kimberly infant adoption services, Naples FL 34119
Rodgers of Monarch consisting of adoptive Phone: 239-325-9210
Therapy, LLC to complete parent preparation,
her licensure. education, and support.
Welcome Dr. Daniel A. Deutschman
Reserve University and has Psychiatry.
Daniel A. Deutschman MD
been on the medical school
is a board certified
psychiatrist and faculty of Harvard
addictionologist. University. He has been an
He specializes in differential examiner for the American
diagnosis and Board of Psychiatry and
psychopharmacology. Neurology. He is Board
He is field testing the Certified in Geriatric
American Psychiatric
Psychiatry, Adolescent
Association’s new diagnostic
system (DSM V) which is Psychiatry,
due for launch in 2013. Psychopharmacology and
He is Clinical Assistant Addiction Medicine in
Professor of Psychiatry at addition to General
Case Western Psychiatry and Addiction Dr. Daniel A. Deutschman
Dr. Deutschman is on the staff of Naples Community Hospital and Physicians
Regional Medical Center. He has been Medical Director of Hazelden Addiction Treatment Center, Naples, FL and has
been on the staff of David Lawrence Center Mental Health Center. He has lectured for the Collier County Medical
Society and Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida (MHASWFL).
Dr Deutschman’s practice is patient focused. His practice employs many features of concierge medicine. He provides
extra time and focus for his patients and is available 7 days a week by phone. He does not take Medicare or Medicaid.
Phone: (239) 591-6736
Address: 1415 Panther Lane #219
Naples, FL 34109
Website: www.dandeutschman.com Email: drdan@dandeutschman.com.

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Welcome Dr. Patrice C Mack
I am a Board Certified Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist in private practice in Naples for
34 years. I trained as a pediatrician and did fellowships in medical genetics and child develop-
ment. I am a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and a Life Fellow of
the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
I am conveniently Located at:
801 Laurel Oak Dr, Suite 618 Naples FL 34108
239-254-0535
www.pcmackmd.com
Patrice C Mack, MD
Welcome New & Returning Members
Ashley Allain, LMHC
Audrey Boxma, LMHC
Leo D’Anniballe, LCSW
Michelle Hamilton, LMFT
Elaine Hankin, PhD
Peggy Jones, LMHC
Nolan Katz, PhD
Brent Lovett, MD
Miguel Mandoki, MD
Maxine Russell, LMHC
Jane Schwartz, LCSW
Peggy Thompson, LCSW
Jill Wheeler, LMHC

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Join us in Celebrating 55 Years of Service to Southwest Florida!!
The Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida identifies unmet needs and
develops culturally sensitive services and programs to improve the lives of those
facing the many challenges of today’s world in our community. We pride ourselves
on being the “link” for mental health and mental wellness.
“We’re Making A Difference”

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Monarch Therapy, LLC expanding
“Just when the Caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a Butterfly.”
~Unknown
Monarch Therapy, LLC embraces the New Year with further expansion and
growth. Their transformation includes the addition of more services to em-
power children, adolescents, and adults to “Transform, Emerge, Become”
through emotional and behavioral metamorphosis.
In addition to professional counseling and play therapy, the practice has teamed
up with behavioral consultant, Jill Emmerich, Board Certified Assistant Behavior
Analyst. Jill offers on-site applied behavior analysis of challenging individual or
group behaviors, treatment utilizing positive approaches to improve problem
solving, communication, and skill development, and parent and organizational
training and support.
Monarch Therapy’s expansion into a holistic healing center includes yoga classes for families, children,
adolescents, adults, and couples. Massage therapy will also be available for more comprehensive healing of
body, mind, and spirit.
Founder Kimberly Rodgers, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor,
and Hannah Waterman, MSW and Registered Clinical Social Work Intern, continue to offer counseling ser-
vices, including traditional talk therapy and specialized therapeutic interventions such as play therapy
(counseling using a child’s natural language of play), sand tray therapy (building a visual “world” in sand using
miniatures to process one’s reality), and EMDR (trauma specific therapy). They also continue to work with
adoptions, including pre and post placement counseling and home studies, and are adding a support group
for birth parents.
Kimberly continues to serve as the Vice-President of the SWFL chapter of the Association for Play
Therapy and Editor-In-Chief of IFitFamily.com, a website providing practical information and inspiration to
everyday families to live healthier every day. Monarch Therapy also looks forward to further collaboration
with Naples’ new non-profit community center, House of Gaia.
Monarch Therapy, LLC specializes in resolving stress, anxiety, trauma, and assisting with adjustment
to life transitions. As a butterfly transforms through its metamorphosis, the therapeutic healing process em-
powers one to emerge with freedom, a positive perspective, and motivation to fulfill his/her life purpose.
Research demonstrates the effectiveness of treatment that facilitates whole brain integration for complete
healing. More information, including schedule and upcoming open house, is available at
www.MonarchTherapy.com,
www.facebook.com/monarchtherapyllc,
www.IFitFamily.com,
and (239) 325-9210.

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Gollee’s Tip
Talking to Kids about School Safety
Encourage children to talk about their concerns
and to express their feelings.
Some children may be hesitant to initiate such
conversation, so you may want to prompt them by asking if
they feel safe at school. When talking with younger
children remember to talk on their level. For example,
they may not understand the term “violence” but can talk
to you about being afraid or a classmate who is mean to
them.
Empower children to take action regarding
school safety.
Encourage them to report specific incidents (such as
bullying, threats or talk of suicide) and to develop
problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Encourage
older children to actively participate in student-run
anti-violence programs.
Seek help when necessary.
If you are worried about a child’s reaction or have
ongoing concerns about his/her behavior or emotions,
contact a mental health professional at school, your
community mental health center, or
Discuss the MHASWFL at 261-5405.
safety
procedures
with your
child.

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Support Group: Grandparents Caring
for their Grandchildren
The Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida in
partnership with Tim’s Kids is providing a free support group
for Grandparents caring for their grandchildren.
The schedule is as follows:
1st and 3rd week of each month Mondays starting at 10am,
and 2nd and 4th week of each month Mondays starting at 6:30 pm.
Please contact Peggy Thomson, LCSW at (239) 287-2862
for further information.
Groups will be held at:
Therapeutic Integration Services
2960 Immokalee Rd Suite 3 Naples, FL 34110.

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Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoaffective disorder symptoms look like a mixture of two kinds of major mental illnesses that are usually
thought to run in different families, involve different brain mechanisms, develop in different ways, and respond
to different treatments: mood (affective) disorders and schizophrenia.
Symptoms of Schizoaffective Disorder
The two major mood disorders are unipolar depression and bipolar or manic-depressive illness.
Seriously depressed people:
Feel constantly sad and fatigued
Have lost interest in everyday activities
Are indecisive and unable to concentrate
Sleep and eat too little or too much
Complain of various physical symptoms
May have recurrent thoughts of death and suicide
People experiencing a manic mood are:
Suffering from sleeplessness
Compulsively talkative
Agitated and distractible
Convinced of their own inflated importance
Susceptible to buying sprees
Prone to cheerfulness turning to irritability
Indiscreet sexual advances, and foolish investments
Paranoia, and rage
People with chronic schizophrenia:
Appear apathetic
Are emotionally unresponsive
Have limited speech
Have confused thinking
May suffer from hallucinations and delusions
Perplex others with their strange behavior
And inappropriate emotional reactions

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Peer Counseling Corner
Margot Escott, LCSW Training Coordinator
As the year ends and a new one begins, we are happy to report that the Peer Counseling for
Caregivers program has continued to grow and thrive. Although we had to say “goodby” to
some wonderful volunteers, we have been blessed with two new volunteers in training and
beginning this January.
The growth in our client population has been very significant too. In just one week we received
eight phone calls from caregivers interested in our program. In most cases these heroic
caregivers are appropriate for our program. Occasionally people call that do require help
from some of the other agencies that we work with. In those cases, we help with referrals and
follow through with these clients. Our case load is now higher than it’s been in over two years.
We still need volunteers that want to help others, having been a caregiver is helpful, but not
necessary. Having compassion and commitment to our clients is the most important qualities a
volunteer needs!
We are not too busy to take new clients as well. If you know a caregiver of a person over 60
years of age, let them know that we are here for them!

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Volunteers Needed:
“Peer Counselors Find Meaning in Retirement”
By Margot Escott, LCSW, Senior Peer Counseling Coordinator
for the Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida
Learn about Peer Counselors and a Vital Community Project
Give Purpose to Your Retirement Years
Make a Difference in Someone’s Life Today
Peer counselors are men and women from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are selected for
their warmth and caring for others. They receive extensive training and earn a Peer Counseling
Certificate after successful completion of the training program. Ongoing supervision and continuing
training is also an essential part of their experience. These counselors utilize their skills and life
experiences to provide emotional support and guidance to their peers. The target population for the
Peer Counseling Program is caregivers and seniors.
Please contact The Mental Health Association to learn more,
Call 239.261.5405 or email mescott@mhaswfl.org
“We Are Making A Difference”

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Depression: Yes you can!
Daniel A. Deutschman MD, DLF APA
Depression affects many. It can be subtle or profound. It saps a person’s
energy and takes the joy out of everyday pleasures. The diagnosis is
based on two major symptoms: 1) depressed mood/blue/down/moody and
2) anhedonia, i.e. things aren’t fun (not as much fun as before/as they ought
to be). If either or both symptoms are present for a significant period of
time the individual is depressed. Grief and response to loss don’t qualify as
depression unless they are intense or persistent.
Treatments for depression and their outcomes are improving all the time!
Medications can be very effective. Literature studies report success rates of 29%. This hides the fact that re-
sults with knowledgeable clinicians approach 100%! Family genetic information is beginning to help us choose
the antidepressant that will work for a specific patient.
Initial medication approaches are Serotonin antidepressants. They are all equally effective but the side effect
burdens vary. Zoloft, Prozac and Lexapro have the smallest burden of side effects; Celexa, Paxil and Effexor
have the largest.
Doses often have to be increased over the first few weeks to maximize benefit. The stair step increase in dose
is called a “titration”. Depression may improve after a few weeks but might take one to two months from the
full dose to be fully improved. If weight gain or sexual side effects appear (10% of patients) Wellbutrin or
other antidepressants can be used to eliminate these.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be very useful. This approach requires the patient to spend significant time
on a daily basis working on the drills and behaviors that their clinician has outlined for them. Patients with se-
vere depression may not have the energy and focus for this approach until medications have relieved the worst
of their symptoms.
Current national guidelines state that depression should be completely improved before the medication adjust-
ment is considered complete. This ensures a good prognosis, i.e. guards against future relapse. We have bor-
rowed the US Army slogan “Be the best you can be”.
Depression not only takes a toll on the individual, it also burdens her/his loved ones.
If you or someone you love is depressed, contact you doctor or mental health professional.
Daniel A. Deutschman MD, DLF APA
Clinical Assistant Professor
Case Western Reserve University
Examiner
American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry

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Our Mission
To Advocate for Mental Wellness through Education,
Prevention, and Support
The Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida identifies unmet needs and
develops culturally sensitive services and programs to improve the lives of those
If you are interested in becoming a member, e-mail us at info@mhaswfl.org Or Simply fill out the application and mail a check
payable to MHASWFL or donate online using a credit card. Your contribution is tax-deductible and crucial to helping us continue
our work. If you have any questions about Membership please contact our office by phone at (239) 261-5405
or mail The Mental Association of Southwest Florida 2335 Tamaimi Trail N, Ste 404, Naples FL 34103.