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Guest Speaker Series
General Information Regarding Speaker Series
- Where: Our guest speaker series takes place at our Atlanta (Emory) location, unless otherwise noted. Click here for directions.
- When: Series takes place on select dates, October - April, 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
- Capacity: Please note that once room is full, we cannot admit additional attendees. Please arrive on time.
- Non-Speaker Nights: Regular support groups take place on non-speaker 2nd and 4th Thursdays at our Atlanta (Emory) location, unless a meeting is canceled. Always check our calendar for any changes/cancellations.
- Disclaimer: DBSA Metro Atlanta does not specifically endorse any of our speakers. The views expressed are those of the individual speakers. Speakers, topics and/or dates are subject to change.
- Suggestions: E-mail us with your suggestions for speakers/subjects.
Our 2018-2019 Guest Speaker Series has ended. Thanks to everyone who attended and asked such fantastic questions. We are especially grateful for our wonderful speakers. We're not sure when the next series will take place or what form it will take, but stay tuned! Meanwhile, check out Upcoming Events below for programs in the community and online.
2018-2019 Guest Speaker Series
A Series of Questions and Answers
You had questions; you got answers!
A Series of Questions and Answers
You had questions; you got answers!
October 25, 2018, Atlanta (Emory) Location
Speaker: Brian H. Thomas, MD
Topic: Ask the Doctor
Thanks to everyone who attended and asked such intriguing questions. We're grateful to Dr. Thomas; he's been our professional advisor for over a decade!
Speaker: Brian H. Thomas, MD
Topic: Ask the Doctor
Thanks to everyone who attended and asked such intriguing questions. We're grateful to Dr. Thomas; he's been our professional advisor for over a decade!
December 4, 2018, Dunwoody Location
Annual Holiday Party
Friends, Fun, Food!
We're grateful to everyone who made it to the party, and we thank you for the questions you answered. We wish you many blessings and much joy.
Annual Holiday Party
Friends, Fun, Food!
We're grateful to everyone who made it to the party, and we thank you for the questions you answered. We wish you many blessings and much joy.
February 28, 2019, Atlanta (Emory) Location
Speaker: Anjel F. Burgess, Esq.
Topic: Ask the Attorney - Your Questions on Social Security Disability
We appreciate everyone who attended and posed such great questions. Thanks to Anjel for sharing her expertise and wisdom; we all learned so much.
Speaker: Anjel F. Burgess, Esq.
Topic: Ask the Attorney - Your Questions on Social Security Disability
We appreciate everyone who attended and posed such great questions. Thanks to Anjel for sharing her expertise and wisdom; we all learned so much.
April 25, 2019, Atlanta (Emory) Location
Speaker: Vilda Brannen, MS, NCC, LPC, CPCS
Topic: Ask the Therapist and Caregiver
Thanks to all those who attended; the questions you asked were impressive. We are indebted to Vilda for being with us and supporting us for so many years.
Speaker: Vilda Brannen, MS, NCC, LPC, CPCS
Topic: Ask the Therapist and Caregiver
Thanks to all those who attended; the questions you asked were impressive. We are indebted to Vilda for being with us and supporting us for so many years.
Upcoming Events
Southern Shindig - Benefiting Skyland Trail
August 22, 2019
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Enjoy a night of live music, food, fabulous silent auction items, Steady Hand brews and more. Proceeds enable Skyland Trail to help transform the lives of individuals living with mental illness. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
August 22, 2019
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Enjoy a night of live music, food, fabulous silent auction items, Steady Hand brews and more. Proceeds enable Skyland Trail to help transform the lives of individuals living with mental illness. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
NAMIWalks Georgia
October 5, 2019
Check-in: 8:00am; Start: 9:30am
In 2019, NAMI is celebrating 17 years of NAMIWalks. Take part in this annual mental health awareness and fundraising event. Click here for more information and to register.
October 5, 2019
Check-in: 8:00am; Start: 9:30am
In 2019, NAMI is celebrating 17 years of NAMIWalks. Take part in this annual mental health awareness and fundraising event. Click here for more information and to register.
Mental Health First Aid Training - Federal Reserve
October 30, 2019
8:00am - 5:00pm
This 8-hour course teaches a 5-step action plan encompassing the skills, resources, and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer, and self-help care. Click here for more information and to register. Limited space!
October 30, 2019
8:00am - 5:00pm
This 8-hour course teaches a 5-step action plan encompassing the skills, resources, and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer, and self-help care. Click here for more information and to register. Limited space!
Out of the Darkness Community Walk
November 3, 2019
Check-in/Registration: 12:15pm; Start: 2:00pm
Join the effort to raise awareness and funds that allow the AFSP to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss. Click here for more information and to register.
November 3, 2019
Check-in/Registration: 12:15pm; Start: 2:00pm
Join the effort to raise awareness and funds that allow the AFSP to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss. Click here for more information and to register.
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