Amen University
Clinicians today are on the frontlines of a mental health crisis, and they urgently need new tools to meet the rising demand for care. The statistics are alarming:
- Depression is now the leading cause of disability worldwide.
- Dementia rates are expected to triple by 2050.
- ADHD diagnoses have surged by 67% in the last two decades.
- Suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals aged 10–34.
- Yet, traditional mental health care often focuses solely on symptoms rather than addressing the underlying factors impacting mental wellness.
That’s why we created the Elite Mental Health Clinician Certification Program—to equip doctors, therapists, and healthcare providers with evidence-based, neuroscience-informed strategies to significantly enhance patient outcomes and prevent cognitive and emotional decline.
What Makes the Elite Brain Health Clinician Program Unique?Â
This program is designed specifically for medical professionals, therapists, and mental health practitioners who want to integrate brain-based strategies into their practice.Â
Key Features of the Program:Â
- Time Commitment: Designed to be completed in 8 months, allowing busy professionals to learn at their own pace.Â
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Comprehensive Curriculum:
- Advanced Neuropsychiatry & Functional Brain Imaging – Learn how brain SPECT scans reveal patterns of mental illness.
- Precision Medicine & Personalized Treatment – Using genetic, nutritional, and lifestyle factors to tailor treatment.
- Brain-Based Psychiatry – Moving beyond symptom-based treatment to brain health optimization. Â
- Trauma, PTSD & Neuroinflammation – Understanding the biological impact of trauma on the brain.Â
- Cognitive & Memory Optimization – Tools to prevent and slow down cognitive decline.
- Live Cohort Calls with Experts & Mentors: Clinicians discuss complex cases, collaborate, and refine their approach with guidance from elite mentors.Â
- Real-World Application: Learn how to integrate neuroscience-backed treatments into clinical practice immediately.Â
Why Mentorship Is Essential for Mental Health Professionals?
Integrating advanced mental health strategies into clinical practice represents a significant shift—and successful adoption requires guidance, support, and practical experience.
That’s why mentorship is central to the program:
- Clinical Case Discussions: Apply mental health interventions practically and effectively.
- Evidence-Based Guidance: Stay updated with the latest neuroscience-informed practices.
- Professional Networking: Connect with a supportive community of like-minded clinicians.
- Accountability & Confidence Building: Master new techniques through ongoing mentorship and practice.
Meet the Mentors: The Leaders in Brain Health Clinical PracticeÂ
Mary Howard – Changing the Future of Mental Health CoachingÂ
Q: What captured your interest in obtaining a Mental Health certification?
Mary: Dr. Amen’s holistic approach to mental wellness—combining supplements, nutrition, and a comprehensive framework incorporating biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. I believe genuine mental health requires a whole-person approach.
Q: What prompted you to become an Elite Mentor?
Mary: I am passionate about learning and excited to share what I've learned to mentor and support others. By training clinicians in advanced mental health approaches, we can transform perceptions and improve outcomes.
Q: What's something positive you've learned or gained as a mentor?
Mary: Mentorship has enhanced my confidence in clearly communicating valuable insights from my training to help others.
Q: What inspiring advice would you share with someone considering the Elite Mental Health Program?
Mary: Do it for yourself and your patients. The knowledge and tools you’ll acquire can profoundly transform your practice and the lives of those you serve. The program’s structured modules and live cohort interactions provide both ease and community.
 
Emily Ann Becker – Changing the Way Clinicians Approach Mental HealthÂ
Q: What captured your interest in obtaining a Mental Health certification?
Emily: I have always been fascinated by the complexities of mental health and the science behind it.
Q: What prompted you to become an Elite Clinical Mentor?
Emily: Becoming a mentor allowed me to guide other clinicians. As clinicians, we often have the first and most trusted contact with patients, giving us the unique ability to inspire meaningful change.
Q: What's something positive you've learned or gained as a mentor?
Emily: Mentorship continually provides opportunities to grow personally and professionally. The better I become, the better I can serve others.
Q: What inspiring advice would you share with someone considering the Elite Mental Health Program?
Emily: Take the leap. The knowledge and community you'll gain have the power to transform both your practice and patient outcomes.
