12 CEUs approved Conference Scheduled for June 17-18, 2026 U

  Paul M. Warner is a retired Chief United States Magistrate Judge for the District of Utah, where he served from 2006 to 2020 after a distinguished career in public service. A native of Salt Lake City, Judge Warner earned his B.A. in English (1973), J.D. (1976), and M.P.A. (1984) from Brigham Young University. His professional journey in

  Paul M. Warner is a retired Chief United States Magistrate Judge for the District of Utah, where he served from 2006 to 2020 after a distinguished career in public service. A native of Salt Lake City, Judge Warner earned his B.A. in English (1973), J.D. (1976), and M.P.A. (1984) from Brigham Young University. His professional journey includes six years as a Navy JAG trial lawyer, 25 years in the Utah Army National Guard (retiring as Colonel), nearly seven years as an Assistant Utah Attorney General prosecuting major cases such as the Hi-Fi Murders and Arthur Gary Bishop murders, and over seven years as United States Attorney for Utah (1998–2006), where he led counterterrorism efforts post-9/11, Olympic security planning for the 2002 Winter Games, and innovative immigration enforcement. Appointed to the federal bench in 2006, he helped establish the nation's first federal veterans’ treatment court and continued teaching criminal trial practice as an adjunct professor at BYU Law School. A dedicated family man, military veteran, and civic speaker, Judge Warner has received numerous accolades, including the Legion of Merit, election as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, and recognition for his lifelong commitment to justice, professionalism, and community service.

 Doctorate of Physician Assistant Studies, Touro University

University of Utah School of Medicine

Physician Assistant program. Touro University  Principal Faculty, Academic Coordinator, curriculum planning, development and assessment, accreditation management, mock site visit coordination, Faculty advisor, admissions committee Principal Fac

 Doctorate of Physician Assistant Studies, Touro University

University of Utah School of Medicine

Physician Assistant program. Touro University  Principal Faculty, Academic Coordinator, curriculum planning, development and assessment, accreditation management, mock site visit coordination, Faculty advisor, admissions committee Principal Faculty, Academic Coordinator of inaugural PA program in Puerto Rico, admissions committee member, academic advisor, curriculum mapping.  US Department of Health and Human Services, FEMA Office of Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) 

   Edwin E. Nyambi, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C was born in Cameroon, Africa. He moved to the USA in 2004. He received an Associate of Science (A.S.) in prepharmacy at Albany State University (Albany, Georgia). He received a certificate in Diversity, B.S. in Biology, B.S. in Sociology, with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Utah (Salt Lake

   Edwin E. Nyambi, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C was born in Cameroon, Africa. He moved to the USA in 2004. He received an Associate of Science (A.S.) in prepharmacy at Albany State University (Albany, Georgia). He received a certificate in Diversity, B.S. in Biology, B.S. in Sociology, with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Utah (Salt Lake City, Utah). Edwin completed his Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), from the University of Utah School of Medicine. He accomplished his fellowship training in General Psychiatry from the University of Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia). 

Hugh D. Watt, MSW, LCSW, is a survivor of childhood sex abuse and the loss of a brother to addiction and suicide. As a therapist for more than twenty-seven years, and a federal Probation Officer (Retired) for more than 20 years. Hugh has developed his Trial Action Path or (TAP) Viewpoint to help thousands of people grow resilient after tr

Hugh D. Watt, MSW, LCSW, is a survivor of childhood sex abuse and the loss of a brother to addiction and suicide. As a therapist for more than twenty-seven years, and a federal Probation Officer (Retired) for more than 20 years. Hugh has developed his Trial Action Path or (TAP) Viewpoint to help thousands of people grow resilient after trials in their lives.  He has been certified as a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) peer support member for law enforcement. He is the author of the Trial Tappers Self-Help book series and YouTube creator with thousands of followers. He has been married for more than 30 years and has three sons. 

  Director MSW Field Education 

Associate Professor

Regis College – Weston MA. 

Dr. Ruth Gerritsen-McKane is a distinguished leader in social work education and research, with extensive international travel to promote social work.  Currently serving as Director of Field Education for the MSW Program at Regis College and a Chair of the Insti

  Director MSW Field Education 

Associate Professor

Regis College – Weston MA. 

Dr. Ruth Gerritsen-McKane is a distinguished leader in social work education and research, with extensive international travel to promote social work.  Currently serving as Director of Field Education for the MSW Program at Regis College and a Chair of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at the University of Utah. With a career dedicated to advancing ethical practice, clinical training, and community impact, she has presented at numerous national and international conferences, sharing insights on social work values, field education, and professional development.

She has authored multiple articles published in respected professional journals and secured several competitive grant awards to support innovative programs and research initiatives. Her commitment to governance and service is evidenced by her roles as a board member on six professional and community organizations, where she has contributed to policy, ethics, and strategic direction.

Recognized for her excellence, Ruth has received various awards honoring her contributions to the field. As a sought-after consultant and speaker, she brings deep expertise, practical wisdom, and a passion for preparing the next generation of social workers to every engagement.

  Dr. England holds a Doctorate in Clinical Forensic Neuropsychology from the Forest Institute, as well as a Master’s in Forensic Entomology from Oregon State University, and both a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Colorado. He is dual-certified as a Leadership and Executive Coach through the International Coac

  Dr. England holds a Doctorate in Clinical Forensic Neuropsychology from the Forest Institute, as well as a Master’s in Forensic Entomology from Oregon State University, and both a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Colorado. He is dual-certified as a Leadership and Executive Coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and as an Advanced Certified Personal & Executive Coach. Dr. England is also a Certified Warrior Toughness Trainer and a Certified Master Resilience Trainer. With over 30 years of experience in mental healthcare and talent development, Dr. England has consulted with and spoken to organizations worldwide. As a retired U.S. Navy officer, he played a key role in developing the Navy’s largest talent development initiative for the U.S. Submarine Force. He currently works with the Partridge Group in Sandy, Utah, specializing in psychological assessment and performance optimization. Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, Dr. England is not only passionate about his professional work but also enjoys a range of outdoor activities. In his free time, he can be found skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking, canyoneering, and hiking with his wife and children.

  Laura Bradbury, PhD LCSW, is a grief counselor and assistant professor in the College of Nursing at the University of Utah. She is the director of Caring Connections: A Hope and Comfort in Grief Program at the University of Utah. She researches issues related to end of life care and grief and loss, suicide grief care, and suicide preven

  Laura Bradbury, PhD LCSW, is a grief counselor and assistant professor in the College of Nursing at the University of Utah. She is the director of Caring Connections: A Hope and Comfort in Grief Program at the University of Utah. She researches issues related to end of life care and grief and loss, suicide grief care, and suicide prevention. Laura is passionate about improving outcomes for bereaved persons and increasing grief literacy among helping professionals. 

 Jason was born in Whittier California. He lived in California until he was 12. He moved to Phoenix Arizona until he was 19. He then served a mission in the Chile, Santiago South Mission. His parents moved to Brandon Florida while on his mission so he returned home to Florida. After a few months he started college at the BYU Jerusalem Cen

 Jason was born in Whittier California. He lived in California until he was 12. He moved to Phoenix Arizona until he was 19. He then served a mission in the Chile, Santiago South Mission. His parents moved to Brandon Florida while on his mission so he returned home to Florida. After a few months he started college at the BYU Jerusalem Center. After a semester in Jerusalem he attended BYU in Provo Utah. He received his bachelor’s degree in Family Science. After graduation he began working in the substance abuse field and became a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (Today it's known as ASUDC). He worked in the Utah State Prison as a counselor. While working at the prison he became a Certified Mediator. He got his Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Utah. He has worked in the substance abuse world for 23 years. He has worked in several residential programs as the Clinical Director including an all-women's facility. He then spent one year working in the 10 Nursing Homes in Utah County during Covid-19. He now works as the supervisor of the children and youth crisis team for Wasatch Behavioral Health responding to children and youth who are in crisis. He also supervises the hospital liaisons for Utah County getting people in and out of the psych wards and the Utah State Hospital. He is married and has 7 children (5 boys and 2 girls), and 3 daughters-in-law. He wrote a book titled, "The Reality of Perception." 

Jenny Maldonado holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Certified Grief-Informed Professional. She is the owner of Watermark Counseling in Sandy, Utah. Jenny offers trauma-informed psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families navigating the overlap of anxiety and loss, trauma, and major life transiti

Jenny Maldonado holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Certified Grief-Informed Professional. She is the owner of Watermark Counseling in Sandy, Utah. Jenny offers trauma-informed psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families navigating the overlap of anxiety and loss, trauma, and major life transitions.

She has specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Expressive Art Therapy using Jungian sand tray and sand play modalities. As an Experiential therapist, she values all human experience and believes interpersonal respect, autonomy, and self-direction remain central to the therapeutic relationship. Jenny is currently pursuing Advanced Certification in Grief and Trauma Loss.

For more than a decade, she has helped individuals, couples, and families rebuild trust and strengthening relationships—particularly in the aftermath of unexpected change, emotional distress, or profound loss. She has extensive experience working with couples who have experienced the loss of a child(ren) due to illness, accident, or violence.

Jenny has sat on the board of the Utah Association for Marriage and Family Therapists and is a Utah state approved clinical supervisor to associate therapists while they achieve full licensure.

She a native of Green Bay, Wisconsin and attended high school in Sandy, UT. Her Midwestern roots shaped her practical, down-to-earth approach to problem-solving and her deep appreciation for human resilience and post-traumatic growth.

Benée Larsen is the Director of the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Utah Prevention Department. As Director of the NAMI Utah, Benée works with and supports local organizations throughout Utah to implement and evaluate suicide prevention and mental health promotion strategies, and provides grant funding to these organizations. S

Benée Larsen is the Director of the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Utah Prevention Department. As Director of the NAMI Utah, Benée works with and supports local organizations throughout Utah to implement and evaluate suicide prevention and mental health promotion strategies, and provides grant funding to these organizations. She is also the Co-Chair of the Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition.  

The National Alliance on Mental Illness is a national nonprofit whose mission is to help ensure the dignity and improve the lives of those impacted by mental illness and their families through support, education, and advocacy. Benée is a certified instructor of Mental Health First Aid, Vital Cognition suicide prevention in the workplace, and Messaging Matters Training. Benée is also certified as a Master Trainer for QPR (Question, Persuade, & Refer). 

Benée Larsen, the Director of the NAMI Utah Prevention Department, is not just a professional in the field, but also a mother of three children, one of whom lives with a mental health condition. This personal experience, combined with her professional expertise, allows her and NAMI Utah to bring a unique perspective to the table, one that is rooted in lived experience, support, education, and advocacy

Steffanie grew up all over the world. She is author of Solveig’s Song and three non-fiction training manuals. She has been the owner/operator of YogaVega, an Utah-based Mindbody fitness studio since 2017.

Steffanie has a BA in Humanities with a minor in English. She has been teaching Health

and Fitness since 1992. She is a YACEP (Yoga Allia

Steffanie grew up all over the world. She is author of Solveig’s Song and three non-fiction training manuals. She has been the owner/operator of YogaVega, an Utah-based Mindbody fitness studio since 2017.

Steffanie has a BA in Humanities with a minor in English. She has been teaching Health

and Fitness since 1992. She is a YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) and ERYT-500. Steffanie trained with people who inspired her, Dharma Mittra, Srivatsa Ramaswami, Sri Nityamuktananda, and many more. She has a background in traditional fitness as well as Aerial Yoga and Stott Pilates, (PMA Registered). Professionally she worked in PR in Manhattan, as well as managing fitness programs for Bay Club, Moffat and Onizuka air force bases, and the Newtown Athletic Club. She also taught for Nike, and other large corporate fitness programs and small fitness centers.

She has been married to Tony for 36 years and they have four kids and 2 grandkids.