Mental Health Conferences

2025 IPA Spring Conference

The 2025 IPA Spring Conference will be held in Cedar Rapids, IA, focusing on clinical psychopharmacology, sleep, and autism spectrum disorder. It offers a platform for psychologists to engage in workshops and gain CEUs.

Conference Overview

Some quick details about this conference.

The 2025 IPA Spring Conference is a comprehensive event for mental health professionals, focusing on the latest advancements in clinical psychopharmacology, sleep research, and autism spectrum disorder evaluation. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in workshops led by experts in the field, gain insights into new treatment methodologies, and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The conference will feature presentations by notable speakers such as Morgan T. Sammons, Dr. Baran, and Dr. Kopelman, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the sessions.

The agenda includes a detailed exploration of clinical psychopharmacology, understanding the physiological and psychological functions of sleep, and evaluating autism spectrum disorder. Participants will engage in hands-on sessions, discussions, and networking opportunities, enhancing their professional development and expanding their understanding of critical mental health topics.

Time and Place

Maybe the most important details of the conference.

Conference Dates: April 4–5, 2025

Location: Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Rapids

City/State: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Address: 4640 N River Blvd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411

Event Format: in-person

Map for 2025 IPA Spring Conference at 4640 N River Blvd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411

Conference Organizer

This organization is hosting this conference.

Iowa Psychological Association

The Iowa Psychological Association is dedicated to advancing psychology as a science and profession and promoting human welfare.

Email: ipa@iowapsychology.org

Registration Fees

How much does this conference cost?

Cost Type Notes
$198.00 IPA Member Cost per day
$165.00 IPA Lifetime Member Cost per day
$165.00 IPA ECP Member Cost per day
$99.00 IPA Retired Member Cost per day
$40.00 IPA Student Member Cost per day
$247.50 Non-Member Cost per day
$99.00 IPA Member Cost per half day
$82.50 IPA Lifetime Member Cost per half day
$82.50 IPA ECP Member Cost per half day
$49.50 IPA Retired Member Cost per half day
$20.00 IPA Student Member Cost per half day
$123.75 Non-Member Cost per half day

See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.

Schedule and Agenda

It's important to know what is planned.

Day 1 includes a full day workshop on Clinical Psychopharmacology Update for Psychologists, with sessions led by Morgan T. Sammons. Day 2 is divided into two half-day workshops: the morning session focuses on sleep and mental health, led by Dr. Baran, and the afternoon session covers the evaluation of Autism Spectrum Disorder, presented by Dr. Kopelman.

Notable Speakers

These folks will be speaking at the conference.

Morgan T. Sammons

Retired CEO of the National Register of Health Service Psychologists and a retired Captain in the US Navy. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association.

Dr. Baran

PhD in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, with post-doctoral research training at Harvard Medical School. Director of Neuroscience Research of the PIER Program.

Dr. Kopelman

Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Meadowlark Psychiatric Services. Adjunct professor at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

CEU Details

Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).

The conference offers Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for attendees who complete the training evaluation. Day 1 offers 6 CEs, Day 2 AM offers 3 CEs, and Day 2 PM offers 3 CEs.

Hotel Information

You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)

The conference will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Rapids, where attendees can book rooms at a rate of $129 per night, exclusive of taxes and fees. Reservations should be made by March 14, 2025.

Other Links and Information

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