• live event Info
  • Ce Approvals
  • Ce Process
  • Policies

The Gut-Brain Connection: Understanding Mental Health from the Inside Out

CE Hours 2

About this live event

Emerging research highlights the powerful link between gut health and mental well-being. This seminar explores the intricate relationship between the gut microbiome and brain function, shedding light on how digestion, nutrition, and gut bacteria influence mood, cognition, and mental health disorders. Participants will gain insights into: ✅ The gut-brain axis and its role in anxiety, depression, and trauma ✅ How nutrition and gut health impact neurotransmitter production ✅ Practical strategies for improving mental health through dietary and lifestyle changes Designed for mental health professionals, healthcare providers, and anyone interested in holistic wellness, this seminar offers cutting-edge research and actionable takeaways for integrating gut health into mental health care.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the gut-brain axis and its role in mental health disorders
  • Explore the impact of gut microbiota on neurotransmitter production and inflammation
  • Identify how nutrition, probiotics, and lifestyle interventions can support mental well-being
  • Discuss practical applications for integrating gut health awareness into clinical practice

Live event Instructor(s)

  • Michael Fanjoy, MA, LPC, CCTP

    Michael Fanjoy Licensed Professional Counselor | Certified Clinical Trauma Professional | Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

    With over two decades of experience in the behavioral health field, Michael is dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. A master’s-level, licensed professional counselor, Michael holds certifications as a Clinical Trauma Professional and an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

    For the past 15 years, Michael has facilitated seminars on behavioral health topics, bringing expertise, compassion, and real-world insights to audiences. As the Executive Director at The Ranch PA, he oversees PHP and IOP programs, ensuring high-quality care and innovative approaches to treatment.

    Beyond professional endeavors, Michael enjoys embarking on adventures with his wife and three children, embracing the joy of exploration and connection.

CE Process Info

Before the event, you will receive an email from CE-Go with access to the virtual event. After the event, you will receive access to your evaluation and continuing education certificate via a personalized "attendee dashboard" link, hosted on the CE-Go website. This link and access to the virtual event will be sent to the email account you used to register for the event.

Upon accessing the CE-Go "attendee dashboard", you will be able to:

  • Complete evaluation forms for the event
  • Download your continuing education certificate in a PDF format

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the CE-Go platform, please contact CE-Go at 888-498-5578 or by email at support@ce-go.com Please Note: Emails for this event will come from "support@ce-go.com".

If you have any continuing education related questions, please contact your event organizer.

Please make sure to check your spam/junk folder in case those emails get "stuck". We'd also suggest "Allowlisting" support@ce-go.com. This tells your email client that you know this sender and trust them, which will keep emails from this contact at the top of your inbox and out of the junk folder.

  • National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC)

    This activity has been approved by NAADAC for NAADAC credit. Promises Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NAADAC Approval No. 199427. Please note that 1 hour = 1 CE.

  • National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

    This activity has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Promises Behavioral Health is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-4247. Please note that 1 hour = 1 CE.

Promises Grievances Policy

If a grievance arises pertaining to continuing education activities or processes, please contact via confidential email to pbhu@promises.com as soon as possible, so that the nature of the concern may be addressed in a timely fashion. 

The Gut-Brain Connection: Understanding Mental Health from the Inside Out
You Have Completed This course
Free
You are enrolled
  • CE Hours
    2
  • Type
    Live Interactive Webinar
  • Date
    Fri Apr 25th, 2025
  • Time
    09:00am - 11:00am CDT

Reset password


Reset your password by providing your email below





Next

We sent a reset password link to the email address you provided.


{{reset.email}}


If you do not see the email, try checking your junk or spam folder.


If you don't receive a link in the email you provided, please click the button below to resend the verification email.

Resend

Please wait {{timer}} seconds to resend



Next

Sign in


Enter your email to get started.




Next

Sign in


Good news! Your email is associated with an account. Enter your password or click here to reset it




Login

Thanks for signing up!


We sent an verification email to the address you provided. Please check your email to verify your email address.


{{signup.email}}


If you do not see the email, try checking your junk or spam folder.


If you don't receive a link in the email you provided, please click the button below to resend the verification email.



Resend

Please wait {{timer}} seconds to resend

Sign up




Sign up

Shopping Cart


Items
Price
Remove

  • {{ item.name }} ({{ item.courses.length }} courses)

    {{ item.credit_hours }} Credits
    {{ item.coupons.map((c)=> c.code).join(', ') }}
    ${{ item.totals.price }}
    ${{ item.totals.total_price }}
Apply


Cart is empty

${{ $store.state.profile.data.totals?.price }}
Total ${{ $store.state.profile.data.totals?.total_price }}
Continue Shopping Checkout

Thank you for your purchase


To access the course content, click the button below. Enrolled courses may be accessed at any time by going to your Account and clicking Courses


Go to Course

Thank you for your purchase

To access your courses, please click the button below. Enrolled courses may be accessed at any time by going to your Account and clicking either Events or Courses


My Account

Payment

{{$store.state.payment.paymentErrorMessage }}
Pay now