Yankton Area Mental Wellness Conference
June 4-5, 2025
Resiliency & Renewal: Navigating Wellness in a Changing World
For over two decades, our conference has been a staple for mental health and wellness training and networking, spanning two informative days. During the 2025 conference we are navigating wellness in a changing world. Explore topical content, current trends, and poignant survivor stories delivered by impactful speakers at the forefront of mental health wellness. Earn professional credits and even graduate credit from Mount Marty University.
Plenary Speakers
David Granirer
Thurs. Plenary Session 2D | 3:45pm
Ashley Cleveland
Thurs. Plenary Session 2C | 1:00pm
Dawn Cronin
Thurs. Plenary Session 2B| 11:00am
Elizabeth Zetterquist
Thurs. Plenary Session 2C | 1:00pm
Jami Rokala
Wed. Plenary Session 1C | 1:00pm
Jean Hunhoff
Wed. Plenary Session 1D | 3:45pm
Lee Baugh
Wed. Plenary Session 1A| 8:15am
Lisa Vig
Thur. Plenary Session 2B | 11:00am
Marla Dziedzic
Wed. Plenary Session 1B | 11:00am
Dr. Michael McGee
Thur. Plenary Session 2A| 8:15am
Conference Schedule
ALL SESSIONS AT YANKTON HIGH SCHOOL – 1801 SUMMIT STREET, YANKTON, SD
Day 1 – wednesday, June 4
7:30am - 8:00am
Yankton High School (YHS) - Auditorium Lobby
Registration & Refreshments
8:00am - 8:15am
YHS Auditorium
Welcome & Introductions
Emcee Jean Hunhoff, BSN, MSN, MHA Yankton School
Dr. Wayne Kindle, Superintendent Yankton School District
8:15am - 9:30am
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 1A
Lee Baugh PhD, Sanford School of Medicine
From Algorithm to Altruism: Upholding Ethical Principles in AI-Driven Mental Health Care.
9:45am - 10:45am
11:00am - 12:15pm
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 1B
Maria Dziedzic, BSBA, MBA, Light Program Manager Avera Health
Developing and Maintaining Personal Resiliency is a Key Element to Personal and Professional Fulfillment.
12:15pm - 1:00pm
Lunch & Plenary Session
Table Topic: Ethical Practice with Practical Application
This interactive session will review case-based scenarios addressing contemporary issues related to ethical practice. Round table discussion promotes peer review and implications for practical application of Professional Code of Ethics.
1:00pm - 2:15pm
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 1C
Jami Rokala, BS, MS in Nutrition with Specialization in Nutrition Education and Counseling
Addressing Feeding Concerns in Children & Understanding Individualized Approaches to Nutrition Therapy.
2:30pm - 3:30pm
3:45pm - 5:00pm
YHS Auditorium
Community Collaboration in a Changing World
Jean Hunhoff
This session reflects on the 2025 YAMWI theme "Resiliency & Renewal:
Navigating Wellness in a Changing World." Yankton is proof of the old adage "It
takes a village…" and the visionary leadership and ongoing advocacy continues
resulting in noteworthy local advancements. Participants will have the opportunity to
learn about resources, tour facilities, and be inspired as the experience the ever-
changing world of healthcare and education.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 1 of 4 Off-Site Previously Chosen Tours:
1. South Dakota Human Services Center
2. Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health Services New facility
3. Mead Museum
4. Trailhead Learning Center
Day 2 – Thursday, June 5
7:30am - 8:00am
Yankton High School (YHS) - Auditorium Lobby
Registration & Refreshments
*Only for those not attending on Wednesday
8:00am - 8:15am
YHS Auditorium
Welcome & Introductions
Dr. Wayne Kindle, Superintendent Yankton Schools
Jean Hunhoff, BSN, MSN, MHA
8:15am - 9:30am
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 2A
Michael McGee, MD Stanford University School of Medicine, President of Wellmind Inc.
Good Formulation Lead to Good Outcomes: How to Co-Create A Compassionate and Coherent Formulation
9:45am - 10:45am
11:00am - 12:15pm
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 2B
Lisa Vig, BA, Licensed Addiction Counselor, International Certified Gambling Counselor BACC
Dawn Cronin, BA, Licensed Social Worker, International Certified Gambling Counselor BACC
Problem Gambling 101 and More
12:15pm - 12:55pm
Lunch & Plenary Session
Ability Building Services, Yankton Area Arts, Creative Art Exhibit
1:00pm - 2:15pm
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 2C
Elizabeth Zetterquist, BA, Recovery Coach, Professional Certification Designation
Ashley Cleveland, Recovery Coach
Building Bridges, Breaking Chains
2:30pm - 3:30pm
3:45pm - 5:00pm
YHS Auditorium
Plenary Session 2D
David Granirer, RPC, MPCC, M.S.M
A Comedy Therapy Program Teaching Stand Up Comedy to People with Mental Illness or Mental Health Issues as a Way of Building Confidence and Fighting Public Stigma
Register Online
Two Day Pass
$225
EARLY BIRD
$250
AFTER MAY 30
One Day Pass
$200
EARLY BIRD
$225
AFTER MAY 30
Full-Time
Students
ONE OR
TWO DAY
PASS
Half
Price
Our Sponsors
Our sponsors are committed to the well-being of our community and contribute to a broader societal shift in attitudes towards mental health and wellness.
