WISe Mental Health + PTSD Expert Panel presented by Paycor

WISe joins the discussion on mental health diagnosis, management and treatment. There are currently about 8 million people in the United States with PTSD. Veterans, civilian survivors of sexual assault, those impacted by the pandemic, serious accidents, natural disasters, or other traumatic events need to understand that treatments really do work and can lead to a better quality of life.

Event Panelists

About Maggie Wilhelm

Maggie is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LPCC) & Self-Empowerment Coach, and proud member & Mental Health Coach-In-Residence for WISe Wellness Guild. Maggie is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and specializes in combining these two evidenced-based modalities to help clients going through significant change. Maggie has recently expanded her practice to include Empowerment Coaching, which focuses on building self-worth & confidence through the powerful principle of Acceptance v. Change. Additionally, she is certified in Seeking Safety & Trauma-Focused CBT for survivors struggling with trauma & substance use, & has extensive experience practicing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, which provides practical tools for coping with life's most difficult emotions. serenityprofessionalcounseling.org Instagram @maggiewilhelmcoaching

About Courtney Carroll

Courtney Carroll, LPC studied public health at The Tennessee State University. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Cincinnati Christian University. Courtney is passionate about her community and serving them intentionally. Courtney is the co-founder of Minority Therapist of Cincinnati, an organization that was created to build the minority mental health community of Cincinnati and surrounding areas. https://poppystherapeuticcorner.com Instagram @itscoffeeandcoco

About Maria Espinola, Psy.D

Dr. Maria Espinola is a licensed psychologist with expertise in diversity, women’s issues, and trauma. Dr. Espinola was born and raised in Argentina. She studied psychology at the University of Buenos Aires before immigrating to the U.S. in 2001. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at Nova Southeastern University, her pre-doctoral fellowship in multicultural psychology at Boston University Medical Center, and her post-doctoral fellowship in trauma psychology at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Dr. Espinola is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and a media psychologist. She has received over 25 awards for leadership, diversity initiatives, innovation, and community impact. Dr. Espinola has been featured on multiple media outlets, including ABC News, CBS News, Fox19, and NBC News. www.drmariaespinola.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTL6... Instagram: @drmariaespinola

About Gina Maccarone, MD

Dr. Maccarone is a general surgeon at The Christ Hospital. She has additional certification in trauma and critical care after completing a fellowship at University Hospital in Cincinnati, a Level I Trauma Center. Here she developed extensive experience with trauma and ICU patients, working directly with local first responders. Gina currently also serves as the Medical Director of The Christ Hospital Medical Spa to provide whole-self wellness In the healthcare setting, and is a community leader supporting women seeking to pursue careers in STEM. https://www.thechristhospitalphysicia... https://www.thechristhospital.com/ser... Instagram: @thesurgeonista