August 20, 2026 - Central Ohio Mental Health Professionals CEU Luncheon

A Learning Luncheon and social / networking event for Central Ohio Mental Health Professionals, hosted by Kaela Rae Vance LPCC-S, spotlighting featured presenter, Tenia Scarver, APRN, PMHNP-BC from Origin Mental Wellness. At this luncheon, Tenia will be providing us with a presentation entitled "Beyond Medication: The Role of Metabolic Health, Lifestyle, & Whole-Person Care in Mental & Brain Health".

About the Luncheon Presenter - Tenia Scarver, APRN, PMHNP-BC:

Tenia is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & co-founder of Origin Mental Wellness. She approaches mental health through a holistic lens, believing true healing begins by addressing the deeper roots of emotional & physical wellness. Guided by her belief that “food is medicine,” Tenia integrates nutrition, lifestyle, & whole-person care into her work with clients. With degrees in Nursing & Psychology, as well as a Master’s specialization in Psychiatry, Tenia combines clinical expertise with a passion for integrative wellness. She is currently pursuing certification in integrative & functional nutrition, further deepening her focus on the connection between nourishment, mental health, & overall well-being. Known for her compassionate & thoughtful approach, Tenia creates a supportive space where clients feel heard, empowered, & encouraged to pursue balanced, intentional living. Her bilingual proficiency in Spanish also allows her to provide accessible care to a broader community.

About the Luncheon Host - Kaela Rae Vance, LPCC-S:

Kaela is a Central Ohio Therapist whose clinical focus areas are grief and trauma. As a result, Kaela often sees patients also struggling with Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD. Kaela is trained in numerous modalities, including CTG, TF-CBT, and EMDR. Kaela honed her skills in grief and trauma counseling through her experience at the Family Support Program within Nationwide Children's Hospital Big Lots Behavioral Health Services as a Pediatric Trauma Therapist. Prior to her tenure at NCH, Kaela gained valuable experience at Columbus Springs, as an In-Patient Clinical Counselor. In spring of 2022, Kaela launched and grew her private counseling practice in Dublin, Ohio, which in January 2024 evolved into Teal Saguaro Wellness.

About the CEU Provider - Strongblossom, Inc.:

Strongblossom, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing education by the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for counselors, social workers, and marriage/family therapists. Approval #: RCST112403. Strongblossom is a Michelle Risser company. Michelle has been a therapist for over 20 years, certified in EMDR through EMDRIA, with advanced training in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. In addition to counseling, Michelle provides clinical and business consulting, burnout coaching, and continuing education.

Luncheon Itinerary:

• 10:45am - Check-In:

  • Brief social time as people arrive.

  • Brief welcome and introduction.

  • Pickup lunch to eat during presentation.

• 11:00am - CEU Presentation: "Beyond Medication: The Role of Metabolic Health, Lifestyle, & Whole-Person Care in Mental & Brain Health"

  • Introduction.

  • Presentation

  • Brief Q&A time with the presenter (Come prepared with a couple brief questions for the presenter!).

• 1pm, Sign-Out and Event conclusion.

CEU Event Description:

Mental health is influenced by far more than neurotransmitters and medication alone. Emerging research highlights the critical role of metabolic health, nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, and other lifestyle factors in supporting brain function and emotional well-being. This training explores the bidirectional relationship between metabolic and mental health, examines the impact of insulin resistance, inflammation, and other metabolic conditions on psychiatric and cognitive outcomes, and reviews evidence-based lifestyle interventions that complement traditional mental health treatment. Participants will gain practical strategies for incorporating a whole-person, integrated approach to promote mental and brain health across clinical and community settings.

CEU Event Objectives:

• Describe the relationship between metabolic health and mental health.

• Explain how insulin resistance, inflammation, obesity, and metabolic dysfunction influence brain health and psychiatric symptoms.

• Identify evidence-based lifestyle interventions that support mental wellness alongside conventional treatments.

• Recognize the importance of nutrition, sleep, exercise, stress management, and social connection in promoting brain health.

• Discuss strategies for integrating metabolic and lifestyle approaches into comprehensive mental health care.

CEU Event Credits:

At the completion of this event and a brief CEU evaluation, attendee will receive a certificate of completion for 1.0 CEU credits. CEU credits can only be awarded to individuals who pre-purchase the CEU option when RSVPing for the event, check-in prior to the event beginning, check-out at the conclusion of the event, and complete the required CEU evaluation.

Food & Beverage:

A light snack and bottled water will be provided to attendees, and McAlisters Deli (you may make an entrée selection when you RSVP) will be provided to those who choose the lunch option when RSVP-ing.

Event location:

Dublin, Ohio. Specific location shared at time of RSVP. Be sure to check your email after submitting your RSVP. If you do not receive your confirmation email with additional event details, please email info@tealsaguaro.com

RSVP Cancellation:

Please note, event space is limited. So please only register if you are committing to attend. Obviously things come up, so if you discover after registration that you're unable to be present, please email info@tealsaguaro.com so that we can release your spot to anyone else who would like to attend. Failing to let us know may result in you being unable to attend future events.

Registration Prerequisites:

Please note, RSVP is required for this event, we're unable to accommodate walk-in guests due to seating and catering limitations. Unless otherwise approved, attendance is contingent upon attendee being employed in the mental health field. If an registrant is found to not meet these prerequisites for this event, the registrant will be contacted and asked not to attend. Future events are being organized for additional topics and be offered to a broader audience. Full event policy can be found here.

Questions about this event?

Reach out via email at info@tealsaguaro.com

Event Sponsorship or Presenter Opportunities:

If you would like to help host future events or be considered as a presenter at a future event, please reach out via email at info@tealsaguaro.com