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One of the most unrecognized factors in the development of mental health is the role of nutrition. While the role of nutrition and mental health is still being studied, we know having less-then-ideal nutrition can contribute to lethargy, depression, anxiety, sleep troubles, and much more.

Giving your body the nutrients it needs does more than just benefit your physical health, but greatly impacts your mental health and wellness. This course provides an overview of nutrition and mental health research, guided practices, and resources.
This course is extracted from our 3CI certification course, and does not include certain exclusive meditation practices and resources.

Continuing Education

This program provides 2 hours of continuing education units.
-Approval NASW-KY #050522. NASW-KY is an approved provider for social work credits through the KYBSW.
-Approved Provider #50-33522 Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. Course #20-1098106.
-Accepted by the OH CSWMFT Board.
Continuing education requirements vary by state, while many accept the above approvals, please confirm with your board.

Learning Objectives

  1. Recognize the impact wellness culture has on clients' lives such as how they interact with diet, food, body image, etc.
  2. Identify the role that nutrition plays in mental health by referencing current research.
  3. Understand how disparities in socioeconomic status, geography, pollution, etc. contribute to health and chronic disease.
  4. Review the interaction between food, inflammation, and mental health- particularly how lifestyle factors can affect inflammation and how inflammation can impact mental health.
  5. Define and summarize the 'Sugar Crash Cycle'.
  6. Demonstrate understanding of gut health and how it relates to mood.

   

Juniper Owens

LCSW, CPT, LMT, IMHP
Juniper earned bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from the University of Louisville and is a licensed clinical social worker in Kentucky. Juniper holds certifications in various approaches, including EMDR, grief therapy, and Crisis and Suicide First Response.

Nicole Sartini

M.Ed., LPCC, NCC, IMHP
Nicole is a leader in the field of mental health and leadership development. She facilitates talks in corporate settings on self-care, work-life balance, and empowered living utilizing an integrative approach.

Stephanie Batts

LPCC, IMHP, BSP
Stephanie has worked with a diverse population of individuals, couples and families and is passionate about creating resources for clients that are helpful tools in utilizing integrative practices for a variety of issues.

Laurel Sims-Stewart

M.Ed., LPCC-S, IMHP
Laurel specializes in trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and life stage transitions. She has always gravitated towards an integrative, insight-based approach that includes elements of mind, body, and spirit in her work.

Rozlyn Newman

BS
Rozlyn's education in psychology at the University of Cincinnati inspired her interest in integrative care. With the Academy, she works to present a cohesive, inviting option to mental health education.
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